Causes of the American Revolution

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How did the French and Indian War change the relationship between Britain and the 13 Colonies?

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The relationship became worse because Britain tried to get more control over the 13 colonies.

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Why did Britain begin taxing the colonists?

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To pay off French and Indian War debts and fund military presence in North America.

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What was the Stamp Act of 1765?

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a law that created a tax on printed materials like newspapers

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Explain why the Quartering Acts led to increased tension between colonists and the British.

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The Quartering Acts increased tension by forcing colonists to house British soldiers

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What is a boycott?

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A boycott is a refusal to buy or use goods or services as a form of protest.

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Why did Parliament repeal or cancel the Stamp Act and the Townshend Acts?

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to ease colonial unrest and stop the colonial boycotts

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Five Colonists were killed by British soldiers in 1770 during an event known as

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Boston Massacre

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The American Colonists protested the Tea Act during the

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Boston Tea Party

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What is a petition?

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A petition is a written request to a government.

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Identify the beliefs of the Patriots

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The Patriots did not agree with many British policies.