Flashcard 2 American Revolution 2024

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What is the primary reason Parliament passed these acts?

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To recover the cost of defending the colonies

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What was one result of the Treaty of Paris of 1783?

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Great Britain recognized the United States as an independent country

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Which of these is a grievance from the Declaration of Independence: Colonists born in America were prohibited from holding elected office; Colonists were not eligible to become officers in the British army; Colonists were forced to quarter troops in their homes; Colonists were required to serve a year in their colony's militia?

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Colonists were forced to quarter troops in their homes.

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How did John Hancock demonstrate his commitment to liberty?

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By signing the Declaration of Independence

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Which of the following prompted General Washington to write this letter? A shortage of continental soldiers to maintain the siege of Yorkown, The high number of casualties suffered during the Battle of Bunker Hill, Low Morale after the British Army captured New York City, Concern for the Continental troops during the winter at Valley Forge

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Concern for the Continental troops during the winter at Valley Forge

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Which of the following lists unalienable rights?
- Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures
- Public trials by a fair and impartial jury
- Freedom of religion, speech and the press
- Life, liberty and pursuit of happiness

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Life, liberty and pursuit of happiness