Important Dates
What year did the French and Indian War end?
1763
What was the main cause of the French and Indian War?
The struggle for land between Britain and France in North America.
Define Boycott
To refuse to do business or have contact with a person, group, country, etc.
What was the purpose of the Stamp Act?
A tax on stamps for newspapers, legal documents, and even playing cards.
What was the Boston Massacre?
A fight between British colonists and British soldiers.
What year was the Stamp Act passed?
1765
Who fought on the side of the British during the French and Indian War?
The colonists and Iroquois Native American Tribes.
Define Repeal
Cancelation or withdrawal.
What slogan did the colonists use to protest against taxes?
“No taxation without representation!”
What was the Boston Tea Party?
A protest where colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor to oppose British taxes.
When did the Boston Tea Party occur?
1773
What treaty ended the French and Indian War?
The Treaty of Paris (1763)
Define Impose
Put in place by a government order.
What was the Townshend Acts?
A tax on glass, paper, paint, tea, and more.
What happened at the First Continental Congress?
The colonies rallied together to sign the Olive Branch Petition in retaliation to Britain.
What year did the First Continental Congress take place?
1774
What was one major consequence of the French and Indian War for Britain?
Britain gained a lot of debt even though they won the war.
Define Monopoly
Complete control of something.
The Tea Act led to what event?
The Boston Tea Party
What is the difference between Patriots and Loyalists?
Patriots believed they should have more freedom from British rule and Loyalists believed they should stay loyal to the king and follow British laws.
What year was the Treaty of Paris signed?
1763
How did Britain‘s debt lead to tension between Britain and the British colonists?
Britain imposed tax on the colonists to pay off the war debts, which angered the colonists.
Define Outpost
A fort or other military structure used to help guard against surprise attacks.
What was the Olive Branch Petition?
A petition sent by British colonies to King George III and Britain asking for representation and a resolution to the growing problems.
Why did the signinging of the Treaty of Paris anger the colonists?
The colonists were hungry for land and the treaty banned colonists from expanding.