Unit 3 Flashcard Test Review

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The "First Great Awakening" and its effect on colonists

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A religious revival in the 1730s and 40s promoting greater equality (people equal under God) and paving the way for independence. Focuses on the experiences of individuals and contributes to the spread of democracy.

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The "Enlightenment" and its effect on colonists

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A movement emphasizing science and reason, encouraging government improvement using reason.

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Reason for the Proclamation Line

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England wanted to control colonists to avoid costly wars with Native Americans.

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Effect of the Proclamation of 1763

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Prevented British colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains, angering colonists.

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Factors leading to the revolution

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Taxes on colonists, representation issues, and acts like the Stamp Act and Boston Massacre.

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Writs of Assistance

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Documents serving as general, one-fits-all search warrants under the Townshend Acts.

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The Sugar Act of 1764

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Lowered tax on sugar to encourage colonists to pay their taxes instead of smuggling goods, but angered colonists due to enforcement.

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Salutary Neglect

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The idea that colonies benefited from being left alone as long as they stayed loyal to England.

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The Stamp Act of 1765

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A tax on legal documents, newspapers, and printed materials.

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Colonists' reaction to the Stamp Act of 1765

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Organized boycotts and public protests that could include violence, leading to the Act's repeal in 1766.