Chapter 2: Trouble is Brewing CKLA 4th Grade Unit 7 The American

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What was the occupation of most members of the Sons of Liberty?

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Small business owners

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Who was Samuel Adams?

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He was a leader of the Sons of Liberty, known for his role in protesting against British taxation.

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What was the main reason for the protests against the Stamp Act in Boston?

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Lack of representation in Parliament.

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What was the impact of the Boston Massacre on the relationship between the American colonies and Britain?

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It intensified anti-British sentiment in the colonies.

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What was the response of the British government to the protests against the Stamp Act?

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They repealed the Stamp Act.

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What does 'Sons of Liberty' refer to?

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A group of American colonists who protested against British taxation and policies.

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What was the Stamp Act?

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A law passed by the British Parliament that taxed printed materials in the colonies.

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What does 'anti-British sentiment' mean?

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Feelings of hostility or opposition towards Britain, especially regarding its policies and actions.

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What role did protests play in the American Revolution?

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Protests helped unite the colonies against British rule and increased awareness of colonial rights.

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What was the significance of the Boston Massacre?

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It was a deadly confrontation that fueled anti-British feelings and was used as propaganda.