7th Grade_Causes of the American Revolution Flashcard

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To protest the increased price on tea, rebellious colonists held a “party”, dumping tea into the harbor.

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Boston Tea Party

Answer explanation

The event described is the Boston Tea Party, where colonists protested against the tea tax by dumping tea into the harbor. This act of rebellion was a direct response to British taxation without representation.

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Violent protest involving name calling and snowballs and the death of five colonists.

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Boston Massacre

Answer explanation

The Boston Massacre involved violent protests, name-calling, and resulted in the death of five colonists. This event is distinct from the Proclamation of 1763, Boston Tea Party, and Intolerable Acts.

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Fight for the Ohio River Valley between Britain and France.

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French and Indian War

Answer explanation

The French and Indian War was fought between Britain and France over control of the Ohio River Valley, making it the correct answer. The other wars listed involved different conflicts and territories.

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This image depicts which event?

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Boston Massacre

Answer explanation

The image depicts the Boston Massacre, a pivotal event in 1770 where British soldiers killed five colonists, escalating tensions leading to the American Revolution. This distinguishes it from the other events listed.

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Colonists were forced to house British soldiers through this act.

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Quartering Act

Answer explanation

The Quartering Act required colonists to provide housing and supplies to British soldiers, making it the correct answer. The other acts, like the Stamp Act and Tea Act, dealt with taxation and trade, not housing.

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What does this picture show happening?

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Tar and Feathering

Answer explanation

The image depicts tar and feathering, a form of public humiliation used against those seen as traitors or loyalists during colonial times. This method involved covering individuals in hot tar and feathers, making it a notable act of protest.

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This type of colonist supported being independent from Great Britain?

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Patriot

Answer explanation

Patriots were colonists who supported independence from Great Britain, advocating for freedom and self-governance. In contrast, Loyalists remained loyal to the British crown, while Merchants and Soldiers had different roles.

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This type of colonist supported staying with Great Britain as a colony

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Loyalist

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Loyalist' because Loyalists were colonists who supported remaining under British rule, in contrast to Patriots who sought independence from Great Britain.

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Who was involved in the French and Indian War?

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France and Britain

Answer explanation

The French and Indian War was primarily fought between France and Britain over territorial disputes in North America, making 'France and Britain' the correct answer. The other options do not accurately represent the main parties involved.

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In which region did the conflict known as the French and Indian War primarily occur?

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North America

Answer explanation

The French and Indian War primarily occurred in North America, where British and French colonial forces, along with their respective Native American allies, fought for control over territory and resources.