The American Revolution

Multiple Choice

What was one of the main reasons the colonists in Georgia became upset with Britain after the French and Indian War?

• Britain increased taxes on the colonists.

• France invaded Georgia.

• Georgia lost land to Spain.

• The colonists wanted to join France.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were causes of the war between England and France in North America?

• Rivalry for dominance in North America

• Disputed territory in the Ohio Valley

• Taxation without representation

• Desire to spread democracy

Open Ended

Explain how the rivalry between England and France contributed to the outbreak of the American Revolution.

Multiple Choice

What was the result of the Treaty of Paris of 1763 for France's North American colonies?

• France kept all its North American colonies.

• France gave up all its North American colonies to England.

• France shared its colonies with Spain.

• France gained more land in North America.

Multiple Choice

What was the main purpose of the Proclamation of 1763 issued by King George III?

• To prevent colonists from moving west beyond the Appalachian Mountains

• To grant independence to the colonies

• To encourage colonists to settle in the Indian Reserve

• To end trade with American Indians

Multiple Choice

Why were many Georgians pleased with the provisions of the Proclamation of 1763?

• Their colony's southern boundary was moved to the St Marys River and the Mississippi River was named as its western boundary

• They gained independence from Britain

• They were allowed to settle west of the Proclamation Line

• They received land from American Indians

Multiple Select

Which of the following were goals of the Proclamation of 1763?

• To make peace with American Indians

• To start a trade relationship with American Indians

• To grant independence to the colonies

• To better defend and maintain the colonies

Open Ended

How did Georgia's economy and geographic location influence colonists' reactions to the Proclamation of 1763?

Open Ended

How did the outcome of the French and Indian War change Georgia’s boundaries?

Multiple Select

Which of the following were causes of the American Revolution as they impacted Georgia?

• The French and Indian War

• The Proclamation of 1763

• The Stamp Act

• The Boston Tea Party

Multiple Choice

What was one major reason colonists in America became increasingly independent in the 18th century?

• England was 3,000 miles away

• Colonists disliked English food

• Colonists wanted to form a new religion

• England encouraged independence

Multiple Choice

What event in 1770 contributed to the growing anger of American colonists toward the British?

• The Boston Massacre

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The Intolerable Acts

• The Battle of Lexington and Concord

Multiple Select

Which of the following were reasons why Georgia's reaction to the Stamp Act was different from other colonies?

• Georgia was the only colony to sell the hated stamps.

• The stamp master in Georgia did not resign.

• Georgia's governor was well liked and improved life in Georgia.

• Georgia had the largest population among the colonies.

Multiple Choice

Why did Georgia not send delegates to the Stamp Act Congress?

• Governor James Wright did not want Georgia to participate.

• Georgia supported the Stamp Act.

• Georgia was not invited.

• Georgia was at war with England.

Multiple Select

Based on the images and text, which of the following actions were taken by colonists to protest British policies?

• Dumping tea into Boston Harbor

• Organizing the Liberty Boys

• Refusing to send delegates to the Stamp Act Congress

• Writing protests and cutting off trade with England

Open Ended

How do you think the French and Indian War set the stage for the American Revolution?

Open Ended

What group demanded for slavery to be made legal in the Georgia Colony?