Causes of the American Revolution

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the American Revolution.

• The French and Indian War.
• Taxation without representation.
• People in the colonies had to pay higher taxes than people in Britain.
• The closing of Boston Harbor.

After so many years of letting the colonies pretty much run themselves, why did the  English government pass new tax laws for the colonies?

• King George hated smugglers.
• They had to pay for the French and Indian War.
• So the colonies would pay as many taxes as people in England.
• The men in Parliament wanted to get rich.

Why did the colonists boycott English goods? 

• They didn’t like the wool from England – too scratchy.
• It took too long for ships to reach the colonies.
• The French made better stuff.
• To protest laws they thought were unfair.

When did America declare independence from England?

• 1576
• 1673
• 1776
• 1805

What risks did the Patriots face in declaring independence from Britain?

• Death and loss of property.
• Life in exile. 

What does "intolerable" mean?

• Too bad or harsh to be accepted.
• Someone who acts or speaks for a group.
• The crime of trying to overthrow your government.