Which of these completes the graphic organizer? Options: Parliament repeals the Stamp and Sugar Acts, King George III allows colonists to petition tax relief, Parliament passes the Intolerable Acts, King George III appoints colonial representatives to Parliament

Parliament passes the Intolerable Acts

What were 4 grievances listed in the Declaration of Independence?

Quartering of troops, no trial by jury, no colonial legislature, and taxation without representation

How did John Hancock demonstrate his commitment to liberty?

By signing the Declaration of Independence

Which phrase from the Declaration of Independence most clearly reflects the idea that the people are the source of government? Options: ". . . that all men are created equal, . . ." , ". . . all men are . . . endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights" , ". . . deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. . ." , ". . . governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes . . ."

". . . deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. . ."

The Proclamation of 1763 was issued by Great Britain after the French and Indian War primarily to

limit conflict between Native American Indians and colonial Settlers

The excerpt above reflects the dissatisfaction of American colonists with the —

economic policies imposed by Great Britain following the French and Indian War

This excerpt refers to rights that people —

have as a result of being human

Which event occurred as a result of General Cornwallis's surrender at the Battle of Yorktown?

Great Britain and the United States signed the Treaty of Paris

The Quartering Act stated that

Colonists gave housing to soldiers

How did the American colonies react to the enforcement of the Intolerable Acts?

By holding the First Continental Congress to discuss unified resistance.

How did the American colonists IMMEDIATELY respond to the 1774 laws described in these headlines?

The First Continental Congress sent a list of grievances to King George III.

Which statement best explains why this resolution was adopted? Options: Colonists were upset by the punishment imposed after the Boston Tea Party. Colonists created this in order to address the causes of the Boston Massacre. Colonists were opposed to colonial laws being created only by Parliament. Colonists wanted to expand powers given to governors appointed by King George III.

Colonists were opposed to colonial laws being created only by Parliament.

What was the primary reason Parliament passed these acts?

To recover the cost of defending the colonies

Which of the following best completes this diagram? A Colonists sought military support from France. B Colonists organized boycotts of British goods. C Colonists signed the Declaration of Independence. D Colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor.

Colonists organized boycotts of British goods.

Which of the following prompted General Washington to write this letter? FA shortage of Continental soldiers to maintain the siege of Yorktown, G The high number of casualties suffered during the Battle of Bunker Hill, H Low morale after the British army captured New York City, J Concern for the Continental troops during the winter at Valley Forge

Concern for the Continental troops during the winter at Valley Forge

Why is John Paul Jones remembered as the "Father of the American Navy"?

He won naval victories against the British during the Revolutionary War.

To which of the following is Abigail Adams referring in this excerpt? A The American victory at the Battle of Yorktown, B The negotiation of the Treaty of Paris by American diplomats, C The bravery of American soldiers at Valley Forge, D The arrival of French aid after the Battle of Saratoga

The American victory at the Battle of Yorktown

Which description is an example of an unalienable right from the Declaration of Independence? A Equality People's education should be equal in every state. B Wealth - People's salaries should be dependent on their skills. C Happiness - People can do lawful things that they enjoy. D Patriotism - People can choose to join any of the armed forces.

Happiness - People can do lawful things that they enjoy.

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

For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent.

Why is Thomas Jefferson's writing of the Declaration of Independence considered to be one of his greatest contributions to American history?

He helped define rights that would defeat tyranny.

In 1787, Congress awarded John Paul Jones the Congressional Gold Medal in honor of his "valor and brilliant services" during the Revolutionary War. Which accomplishment was Congress recognizing? A Leading the evacuation of Washington, D.C., during the British invasion, B Preparing the strategy for the American victory at Yorktown, C Persuading France to provide military assistance to the Continental army, D Commanding a victory at sea against the British navy

Commanding a victory at sea against the British navy

Which statement shows how this grievance was addressed in the U.S. Constitution? A Congress may override a presidential veto. RCongress may ratify amendments. The House of Representatives introduces tax bills. The Senate may vote to turn down treaties.

Congress may override a presidential veto.

Based on the excerpt and your knowledge of U.S. history, how was General Washington able to save the Continental Army?

Weather conditions hid his escape from the British.

Why was the passage of this law significant?

It limited the government's power to establish a church.

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Why did Parliament(England) pass these acts-Sugar Act, Stamp Act, and Townshend Acts? Options: promote growth of cottage industries, encourage foreign trade with colonies, recover the cost of defending the colonies, fund the establishment of new colonies

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recover the cost of defending the colonies

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How did mercantilism create tension between Great Britain and the colonies?

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prevent colonists from trading with other foreign countries

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How did the Sugar Act, Quartering Act, and Stamp Act contribute to the start of the Revolutionary War?

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angered colonists, believed their civil liberties had been violated

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Why did colonists dislike the Proclamation of 1763? Options: feared it would provoke attacks from American Indians, did not want to share control of the Fur Trade with France, presented the limits it imposed on westward expansion, wanted to be able to trade freely with foreign nations

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presented the limits it imposed on westward expansion

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Why is Saratoga the turning point in the Revolutionary War?

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American victory convinced France to ally with the United States

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What was one result of the Treaty of Paris of 1783?

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Great Britain recognized the United States as an independent country

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Which of these is a grievance from the Declaration of Independence? Colonists born in America were prohibited from holding elected office, Colonists were forced to quarter troops in their homes, Colonists were not eligible to become officers in the British Army, Colonists were required to serve a year in their colony's militia

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Colonists were forced to quarter troops in their homes

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