Unit 3 Review

Front

What was one of the main reasons the American colonies were unhappy with British rule?

Back

The British imposed taxes without giving the colonies representation in Parliament.

Front

Which event involved the destruction of British tea in protest of the Tea Act?

Back

The Boston Tea Party

Front

What was the slogan used by the colonists to express their frustration with British taxation policies?

Back

No Taxation Without Representation

Front

Which group organized the Boston Tea Party?

Back

The Sons of Liberty

Front

What was the British response to the Boston Tea Party?

Back

The Intolerable Acts

Front

Which of the following was NOT a colonial grievance listed in the Declaration of Independence? Imposing taxes without consent, Forcing colonists to house British soldiers, Cutting off trade with other parts of the world

Back

Allowing colonists to elect their own governors

Front

What was the main reason the colonists opposed the Stamp Act?

Back

It was the first direct tax on the colonies.

Front

Which of the following was a direct result of the Boston Tea Party? Options: The repeal of the Townshend Acts, The passing of the Intolerable Acts, The signing of the Treaty of Paris, The formation of the First Continental Congress

Back

The passing of the Intolerable Acts

Front

What did the colonists mean by "taxation without representation"?

Back

They wanted representation in the British Parliament if they were to be taxed.

Front

Which act required colonists to provide housing and supplies to British troops stationed in America?

Back

The Quartering Act