Reasons for American Revolution OFOD

What was the effect of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

• It led the other colonies to have a belief that separation from the King of England could be an actual reality

• It was the first Battle of the American Revolution which the Minutemen lost

• It led to the cancelation of the Stamp Act which led to the creation of the Townshend Act

• It led to the Proclamation of 1763 which banned colonists to migrate West

Based on the image, what can you conclude on the Boston Tea Party?

• The Sons of Liberty dressed as Indians to purposely have the King rule in favor of the Indians, instead of the colonists.

• The protestors had enough of the Stamp Act and felt it was their duty to throw over the boxes full of British stamps.

• The Boston colonists were cheering in response to the Sons of Liberty and Patriots protesting against to the King.

• The Indians were protesting against the King

What major effect was occurred due to the Intolerable Acts?

• The Patriots felt it was time to take up arms and train a militia, which led to the establishment of the Minutemen.

• All ports throughout the 13 colonies were closed due to the King punishing them. Which included New York and Pennsylvania

• Bostons economy grew due to the Ports being closed

• The Patriots began to gather an army and head South to begin training for the Civil War.

What economic impact did the Intolerable Acts have on Boston?

• It had a negative effect due to the ports of Boston being closed

• It had a negative effect due to the major tax on all imported goods.

• It brought a tax on paper goods which included diplomas, brochures and posters

• It helped Boston increase their economic value by opening up their shipping ports

After the Battle of Lexington and Concord, representatives of the colonies met at the Second Continental Congress. What impact did George Washington have on the meeting?

• He was selected as Commander of the army that would represent the colonies

• He was siding as a Loyalist which caused controversy between the Patriots and other Loyalists at the meeting

• He led the meeting and was a major factor that helped create the new tax policy.

• He was selected as the President of the United States

Select two major characteristics of the Minutemen:

• Known to be ready as any minutes notice to engage in battle

• Were on the side of the Patriots

• Were on the side of the Loyalists

• Were involved in the Boston Tea Party

How would you describe someone who wanted to remain apart of England and did NOT want to separate from the King of England's rule?

• Loyalists

• Patriots

• Minutemen

• Bostonians