American Colonization Quiz

Why did many people come to America from Europe?

• To escape the king's laws

• To find better weather

• To learn new languages

• To attend school

What did Britain want the American colonists to do after the French and Indian War?

• To become independent

• To help pay for the war expenses

• To start new colonies

• To move back to Europe

Which of the following did Britain tax the American colonies for?

• Sugar Act

• Independence Act

• Freedom Act

• Colonist Act

What was one reason some British people moved to America?

• To join the American army

• To own land and become rich

• To spread the English language

• To establish new schools

Who started the 13 American colonies along the Atlantic Ocean?

• France

• Sweden

• Britain

• Holland

What was the main issue fought over in the French and Indian War between Britain and France?

• Cultural differences among the French and Native Americans

• Economic trade routes through South America

• Who would rule land beyond the Appalachian Mountains; from Canada down

• Religious freedom for Native Americans

What was the name of the tax law passed by Parliament and King George III in 1764 that required Americans to pay taxes on certain goods?

• The Tea Act

• The Stamp Act

• The Sugar Act

• The Currency Act

Which goods were mentioned as being taxed under the Sugar Act?

• Tea and spices

• Sugar and coffee

• Newspapers and printed items

• All imported goods

What did the Stamp Act require Americans to pay taxes on?

• Sugar and coffee

• Newspapers and other printed items

• All imported goods

• Tea and spices

What was the main reason the American colonists were angry about the tax laws passed by King George III?

• All the taxes High tax rates

• No body to speak for them Taxation without representation

• Laws blocking colonists to trade Inability to trade freely

• Used slaves Forced labor to pay taxes