Colonial Resistance and Taxation History

What was the primary purpose of the Sugar Act of 1764?

• To reduce the price of sugar in the colonies

• To raise taxes on refined sugar and other goods imported from outside England

• To encourage the production of sugar in the colonies

• To eliminate taxes on sugar

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Explain how the Committees of Correspondence contributed to the American Revolution.

• They organized the Boston Tea Party

• They established a network of communication among the colonies

• They drafted the Declaration of Independence

• They negotiated peace with Britain

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the impact of the Stamp Act of 1765 on colonial society. Consider both economic and social aspects.

• It had no significant impact

• It led to widespread acceptance of British policies

• It caused economic hardship and increased tensions between colonists and Britain

• It improved relations between the colonies and Britain

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was the significance of the Declaratory Act in relation to the Stamp Act?

• It repealed the Stamp Act

• It asserted Parliament's authority to legislate for the colonies in all cases

• It reduced taxes on legal documents

• It granted the colonies independence

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Describe the role of the Sons of Liberty in colonial resistance.

• They supported British taxation policies

• They formed to resist British taxation and sometimes used violent methods

• They were a group of British loyalists

• They were a religious organization

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Evaluate the effectiveness of the colonial boycotts as a form of protest against British taxation.

• They were ineffective and had no impact

• They were highly effective in reducing British imports and pressuring Britain

• They led to increased British military presence

• They resulted in the colonies gaining independence immediately

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was the rallying cry of the colonists in response to British taxation policies?

• "Long live the King!"

• "No taxation without representation!"

• "Peace and prosperity!"

• "More taxes for all!"

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DOK Level 1: Recall

How did Patrick Henry's speech contribute to the American Revolution?

• It discouraged rebellion against Britain

• It inspired colonists with the phrase "give me liberty or give me death"

• It was ignored by the colonists

• It supported British rule

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Assess the role of tarring and feathering in the colonial resistance movement.

• It was a peaceful form of protest

• It was a violent method used to intimidate tax collectors

• It was a British tactic to control the colonies

• It was a form of entertainment

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What was the purpose of the Townshend Acts?

• To grant independence to the colonies

• To impose duties on imported goods like glass, paper, and tea

• To reduce taxes on British goods

• To establish a colonial parliament

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DOK Level 1: Recall