American Revolution

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Which excerpt from the Declaration of Independence best explains why colonists were unhappy about their lack of representation in the British parliament? Options: "He has refused to pass other laws for the accommodation of large districts of people." "For imposing Taxes on us without our consent." He has refused to Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good." "For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended offences."

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"For imposing Taxes on us without our consent."

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Why were the colonists upset about the taxes?

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because they had no representatives in Parliament

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What was this poster's meaning?

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The Colonies needed to be united and all join the war

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What document listed grievances against King George III?

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Declaration of Independence

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When was the Declaration of Independence written?

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July 4, 1776

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How many of the colonies joined together to fight England in the American Revolution?

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Thirteen

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Who was the General of the Continental army during the American Revolution?

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George Washington

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Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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Who wrote the preamble to the Constitution?

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James Madison