American Revolution Key Terms

Front

Who was the ruler of England during the American Revolution?

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The King

Front

Which country did the American colonies belong to before gaining independence?

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England

Front

Who were the people living in the American colonies?

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Colonists

Front

What were three items that Britain taxed the American colonies?

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Sugar, Stamps, and Tea

Front

What was the main reason why the American Colonists were angry with England?

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Taxes

Front

What did the American colonists do in response to British taxes and policies?

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Protest

Front

The colonists started this to protest British rule.

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Revolution

Front

What word describes the American colonists who did not like the king and supported independence from Britain?

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Patriots

Front

What word describes the American colonists who remained loyal to the British king?

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Loyalists