American Revolution

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How did the French and Indian War help start to the American Revolution?

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It caused a significant increase in the national debt, leading to higher taxes and resentment among colonists.

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How did the Stamp Act contribute to the American Revolution?

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It directly challenged the principle of "no taxation without representation," sparking widespread colonial resistance.

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Who were the Sons of Liberty?

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A secret society of colonial Americans who opposed British taxation and rule

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How did the Sons of Liberty contribute to the start of the American Revolution?

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By organizing the Boston Tea Party.

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What was the immediate outcome of the Boston Massacre?

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The Boston Massacre fueled anti-British sentiment in the colonies.

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What significant event marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War? Options: The Boston Tea Party, The Battle of Saratoga, The Battles of Lexington and Concord, The Declaration of Independence

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The Battles of Lexington and Concord

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How did "Common Sense" influence the American colonies during the Revolutionary War?

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It inspired thousands of colonists to join the fight for independence.

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According to the Declaration of Independence, where do people's natural rights come from?

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Laws of nature and Nature's God

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Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson

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When was the American Revolution?

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1774-1783