African Americans in Colonial New York

African Americans in the New Nation lesson 1 of 3

Review the slides and respond to ALL the questions.

Multiple Choice

How did the British raise revenue from the colonist after the French and Indian War?

• They asked for donations

• They imposed new taxes

• They lowered taxes

• They secured a loan from France

Multiple Choice

On which side did African Americans fight during the American War for Independence?

• Only the British

• Only the Patriots (Americans)

• They remained neutral

• They fought on both sides

Open Ended

Explain the Black Enlightenment and name two induvial who were part of it.

Multiple Choice

By the late 1700s most _______ states began to abolish slavery.

• Southern

• Western

• Eastern

• Northern

Open Ended

Summarize the role/life of African Americans during the early American period. (2-3 sentences)

African Americans during the American Revolution

Follow the link on the next slide to watch the Youtube Video about African Americans and their contributions during the American Revolution.