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What slogan is commonly associated with the protests against British taxation?
"No taxation without representation."
What year did the Boston Tea Party occur?
1773
Who was the main organizer of the Boston Tea Party
Samuel Adams
What did the Boston Tea Party lead to in terms of colonial unity?
It helped unite the colonies against British rule, leading to the First Continental Congress.
What action did the participants of the Boston Tea Party take?
They dumped 342 chests of tea into Boston Harbor.
What year did the Edenton Tea Party occur?
1774
Which woman is credited with organizing the Edenton Tea Party?
Penelope Baker
What legislative acts were passed as a result of the Boston Tea Party?
The Coercive/ Intolerable Acts
What was the purpose of the Edenton Tea Party?
To protest against British tea taxes and support the boycott of British goods.
How many chests of tea were dumped into the Boston Harbor?
342 chests
Which protest was done anonymously?
The Boston Tea Party
How did the actions of the Boston Tea Party influence future American protests
It set a precedent for civil disobedience and organized resistance against British rule.
How did the actions of the Boston Tea Party influence future American protests?
What was the primary tax that sparked the Boston Tea Party?
The Tea Act of 1773.
Which British official's policies prompted the Boston Tea Party?
King George III
How did the British public react to the Edenton Tea Party?
Many mocked the women involved, producing political cartoons that lessened their efforts.
In what ways did the Edenton Tea Party challenge traditional gender roles?
It empowered women to take a public stand on political issues, showing that they could be active participants in political discourse.
How did the Edenton Tea Party participants publicly express their protest?
Through the signing of a declaration and a public gathering.
Who was the famous political cartoonist who criticized the Edenton Tea Party?
Philip Dawes
What impact did both tea parties have on the American Revolution?
They contributed to rising tensions between Britain and the colonies, ultimately leading to the American Revolution.