Stamp Act Flashcard

Front

What were the causes of the Stamp Act?

Back

The need for revenue and the desire to assert British authority.

Front

Which group protested against the Stamp Act?

Back

Sons of Liberty

Front

What were the effects of the Stamp Act?

Back

The effects of the Stamp Act included protests, boycotts, and the formation of the Stamp Act Congress.

Front

What was the role of the Sons of Liberty in relation to the Stamp Act?

Back

The Sons of Liberty opposed the Stamp Act and organized protests and boycotts.

Front

How did the colonies react to the Stamp Act?

Back

Protests, boycotts, and petitions

Front

What were some of the specific causes of the Stamp Act?

Back

The need for revenue and the desire to assert British authority.

Front

Which colonial city saw the first major protest against the Stamp Act?

Back

Boston

Front

What were some of the economic effects of the Stamp Act?

Back

Protests, boycotts, decline in trade and economic activity

Front

What actions did the Sons of Liberty take to oppose the Stamp Act?

Back

Protests, boycotts, acts of civil disobedience, tarring and feathering tax collectors, destroying stamped paper, forming committees, spreading propaganda

Front

How did the British government respond to the colonial protests against the Stamp Act?

Back

Repealing the act