America: The Story of Us: Rebels: Part 1

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Who brought commerce to New York?

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The Dutch

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By the mid-1700s, the American colonists were _______ likely to survive to adulthood as Europeans.

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twice as

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By the mid-1700s, the colonists were ______ _______ than the Europeans?

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20% wealthier

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By the mid-1700s, the colonists were on average ______ inches taller than the Europeans.

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6

Front

What is the name of John Hancock's ship that was seized by the British on May 9, 1768?

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The Liberty

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Why did the colonists resist paying taxes to the British?

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They didn't have a voice or representation in the British government.

Front

How did the British respond to John Hancock's refusal to pay duty?

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Increased control

Front

Why was Boston the focus of British control?

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Boston was the hub of global trade and commerce

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What resource from Boston was most valuable to the British and fueled the global economy? Options: Silver, Tea, Gold, Timber

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Timber

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By 1768, what was the Redcoat to citizen ratio in Boston?

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