Road to Rebellion

Front

Why did colonists dislike the Proclamation of 1763?

Back

Colonists disliked the Proclamation of 1763 because it restricted their westward expansion.

Front

Which act led taxed sugar at 3 pence per gallon, but angered the colonists due to lack of representation?

Back

Sugar Act of 1764

Front

Explain the Stamp Act of 1765?

Back

The Stamp Act of 1765 imposed a direct tax on paper in the American colonies, leading to significant colonial opposition.

Front

What did colonists like the Sons of Liberty do to threaten tax collectors?

Back

They threatened tax collectors with violence and intimidation.

Front

What word describes the colonists action of collectively refusing to buy British made goods?

Back

Boycott

Front

What items did the Townshend Act tax?

Back

Tea, glass, paper, paint, and lead

Front

Fill in the blank: No taxation without ____________!

Back

representation

Front

These official documents allowed British officials to search colonists property against their will?

Back

Writs of assistance

Front

What group was created to organize resistance amongst colonial women?

Back

Daughters of Liberty

Front

What types of actions did the Sons of Liberty take against the British?

Back

The Sons of Liberty took actions such as protests, boycotts, and the Boston Tea Party against the British.