The American Revolution

Front

In 1753-1764, the _____________________ was fought between England and the French and it cost England a lot of money.

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French & Indian War

Front

After the French and Indian War, Parliament passed new laws for the colonies. These laws were passed because Britain needed the colonists to help pay for the war.

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needed the colonists to help pay for the war.

Front

This law limited colonial settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains.

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Proclamation of 1763

Front

What were the Writs of Assistance?

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Search warrants that allowed British customs officials to search the colonial ships and homes

Front

In 1764, the ________ Act required colonies to house and feed British troops in barracks or homes.

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Quartering

Front

This act taxed all legal document such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, newspapers and playing cards.

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Stamp Act

Front

A secret organization formed to protest the Stamp Act was called

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Sons of Liberty

Front

Which of the following men helped to found the Sons of Liberty? John Locke, Samuel Adams, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson

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Samuel Adams

Front

This act taxed imported goods like glass, lead, paint, and tea, prompting an angry reaction from the colonies.

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Townshend Act

Front

What was the Boston Tea Party?

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Colonists dressed as Indians destroyed the tea.