Overview of the Rev War

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After a costly war with France, known as the _______, Britain was in debt and decided to raise money by taxing the colonies.

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French and Indian War

Front

The British Parliament passed a series of laws, like the ___ and the ___, that taxed everyday goods such as paper, sugar, and tea.

Back

Stamp Act, Sugar Act

Front

Taxes angered many colonists, who felt it was unfair to be taxed without having a say in Parliament. This idea of “no taxation without ____” became a rallying cry for those who wanted change.

Back

representation

Front

Groups like the ___ led acts of resistance against British laws.

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Sons of Liberty

Front

Protests worried the British government, which responded by sending more soldiers to enforce its laws. This only increased tensions, as colonists felt their ___ were being trampled.

Back

rights

Front

People who supported independence were called ___, while those who remained loyal to Britain were known as ___.

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patriots, loyalists

Front

In 1776, a powerful document called the ___was written primarily by Thomas Jefferson. This document, approved on July 4, explained why the colonies had chosen to separate from Britain.

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Declaration of Independence

Front

The American Revolution influenced people around the world. It showed that it was possible to challenge a powerful empire and create a government based on the ___ of the ___.

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will, people