American Revolution review

Front

What was the main complaint that the British colonists had after the French and Indian War? (We saw it again and again in the justification of their reactions to the numerous British Acts)

Back

no taxation without representation

Front

Which Enlightenment idea emphasized that power should come from the people rather than a monarch? Options: Natural law, Popular government, Divine right, Mercantilism

Back

Popular government

Front

The British Parliament passed this act in 1763, prohibiting colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains:

Back

Proclamation of 1763

Front

Which Enlightenment concept states that people have certain rights that cannot be taken away?

Back

Natural rights

Front

Which of these was NOT one of the main ideas that influenced the Declaration of Independence? Natural rights, Divine right of kings, Consent of the governed, Limitations on government power

Back

Divine right of kings

Front

The idea that government derives its authority from the people is known as:

Back

Consent of the governed

Front

The concept that people agree to be governed in exchange for protection of their rights is called:

Back

Social contract

Front

Which act resulted in a congress being established, caused people to chant, "No Taxation without Representation", the Sons of Liberty being formed, and tax collectors being harassed?

Back

Stamp Act

Front

Which British action was never repealed and actually caused the colonies to unite together, instead of being a warning of how not to act? Options: Coercive (Intolerable) Acts, Declaratory Act, Stamp Act, Townshend Act

Back

Coercive (Intolerable) Acts

Front

Who won the French and Indian War? Options: British, French, Native Americans

Back

British