Colonial Unrest Quiz

What was the purpose of the Stamp Act?

• To enforce British control over the American colonies.

• To raise revenue from the American colonies.

• To promote trade between Britain and the American colonies.

• To establish a postal system in the American colonies.

Which act allowed British soldiers to be housed in private homes?

• Tea Act of 1773

• Intolerable Act of 1774

• Stamp Act of 1765

• Quartering Act of 1765

What were the Intolerable Acts in response to?

• Boston Tea Party

• French and Indian War

• Stamp Act

• Declaration of Independence

Which act imposed taxes on imported goods such as glass, tea, and paper?

• Townshend Act

• Sugar Act

• Intolerable Act

• Stamp Act

What was the purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?

• To establish a boundary line and prevent conflicts with Native American tribes.

• To expand British control over North America.

• To establish a system of taxation on the American colonies.

• To declare independence from Great Britain.

Which act required colonists to provide housing and supplies to British troops?

• Quartering Act

• Intolerable Acts

• Tea Act

• Stamp Act

What was the main cause of colonial unrest?

• Imposition of taxes and lack of representation

• Foreign invasion and military conflicts.

• Lack of resources and economic instability.

• Cultural differences and language barriers.

Which act required colonists to purchase special stamped paper for legal documents?

• Tea Act

• Intolerable Acts

• Townshend Acts

• Stamp Act

What was the response of the colonists to the Stamp Act?

• Negotiation and compromise.

• Acceptance and compliance.

• Protests, boycotts, and petitions

• Riots, violence, and rebellion.

Which act closed the port of Boston and restricted self-government in Massachusetts?

• Intolerable Acts

• Boston Tea Party

• Stamp Act

• Townshend Acts