Chapter 3: The FIght Begins CKLA Unit 7 American Revolut

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What was the significance of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

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The Battle of Lexington and Concord marked the beginning of the Revolutionary War, showcasing the first military engagements between British troops and colonial militia.

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What did the Quartering Act require of the colonists?

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The Quartering Act required colonists to provide housing and provisions for British soldiers stationed in the colonies.

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What was the outcome of the conflict on April 19, 1775?

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The conflict on April 19, 1775, known as the Battle of Concord and Lexington, resulted in a colonial victory and the start of armed resistance against British rule.

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Who were Samuel Adams and John Hancock?

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Samuel Adams and John Hancock were prominent leaders of the Sons of Liberty, known for their roles in organizing resistance against British policies.

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What were the Intolerable Acts?

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The Intolerable Acts were a series of punitive laws passed by Parliament in response to the Boston Tea Party, aimed at suppressing colonial dissent.

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What role did the Sons of Liberty play in the American Revolution?

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The Sons of Liberty were a group of colonial patriots who organized protests and acts of resistance against British taxation and policies.

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What was the Boston Tea Party and its significance?

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The Boston Tea Party was a protest against British taxation where colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor, leading to the Intolerable Acts.

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How did the British respond to the Boston Tea Party?

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The British responded to the Boston Tea Party by passing the Intolerable Acts, which restricted colonial self-governance and increased British control.

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What was the purpose of the First Continental Congress?

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The First Continental Congress was convened to address colonial grievances and organize resistance against British rule.

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What was the impact of the Revolutionary War on the colonies?

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The Revolutionary War led to the independence of the American colonies from British rule and the establishment of the United States.