Causes of the American Revolution (AKS 33a)

What was the main reason the French and Indian War had a small initial impact on Georgia?

• Georgia was located far from the Ohio River Valley.

• Georgia had a large military force.

• Georgia was allied with France.

• Georgia was already independent.

Which event expanded Georgia's borders after the French and Indian War?

• The Proclamation of 1763

• The Stamp Act

• The British victory in the French and Indian War

• The Boston Tea Party

What was the purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?

• To expand colonial territories

• To prevent war with American Indians

• To punish the colonists

• To increase taxes on colonists

Why did the Proclamation of 1763 not upset Georgians as much as colonists in other regions?

• Georgia was not affected by the Proclamation.

• Georgia gained land south of the Proclamation line.

• The Proclamation benefited Georgia's economy.

• Georgia was already independent.

How did the British government plan to recover financially after the French and Indian War?

• By selling land to colonists

• By increasing trade with France

• By taxing the American colonies

• By declaring bankruptcy

What was the Stamp Act of 1765?

• A tax on imported goods

• A tax on newspapers, licenses, and legal documents

• A military draft act

• A law prohibiting settlement west of the Appalachians

Why was Georgia's response to the Stamp Act less violent than other colonies?

• Georgia had no interest in the Stamp Act.

• Georgia had a strong royal governor and economic ties to Britain.

• Georgia was not directly affected by the Act.

• Georgia had a large military presence.

What group was formed in Georgia in response to the Stamp Act?

• Sons of Liberty

• Liberty Boys

• Stamp Collectors

• Georgia Patriots

Why did Parliament repeal the Stamp Act?

• The colonists accepted it.

• The British economy improved.

• Colonial pressure and protests were significant.

• The Stamp Act was successful in raising funds.

What was one of the economic reasons for the British imposing new taxes on the colonies?

• The colonies had surplus money.

• To finance the ongoing war with France.

• The British needed to recover from war debt.

• The colonies requested more taxes.