Unit 1 Review

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What was a major economic consequence of the French and Indian War for the American colonies? Options: increased trade with France, New British taxes to pay for war debts, economic independence from Britain, reduced colonial manufacturing

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New British taxes to pay for war debts

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The Proclamation of 1763 caused colonial resentment because it: prevented colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains

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prevented colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains

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Which conflict marked the beginning of increased tensions between Britain and its American colonies? Options: the French and Indian War 1754-1763, the Boston Tea Party 1773, the Battle of Lexington and Concord 1775, the Stamp Act Crisis 1765

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the French and Indian War 1754-1763

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Which colonial response to British policies included the slogan "No taxation without representation"?

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The Stamp Act resistance

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Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" was significant because it:

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Made a compelling argument for independence in simple language

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The Declaration of Independence primarily emphasized: the right to own property, natural rights and self-governance, religious freedom, economic independence

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natural rights and self-governance

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Which foreign nation provided crucial support to the American cause during the Revolution? Options: Spain, Prussia, France, Netherlands

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France

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George Washington's leadership was particularly important because he: maintained army morale through difficult winters

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maintained army morale through difficult winters

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The role of Black Americans in the Revolutionary War included: fighting only for the British side, serving in segregated Continental Army units, fighting for both sides with promises of freedom, leading major military campaigns

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fighting for both sides with promises of freedom

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How did Native American tribes generally respond to the American Revolution?

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Different tribes chose different sides based on their interests.