American Revolution and Its Impact

What was the main reason for the American Revolution?

• The American Colonists wanted to become British Citizens.

• The British imposed unfair rules and taxes on the American colonists.

• The American colonists wanted to establish their own colony overseas.

• The British colonists were unhappy with their leaders.

Why is the American Revolution considered important in history?

• It led to the discovery of new lands.

• It resulted in a war between the American colonists.

• It gave birth to the United States and secured freedom and rights.

• It was a conflict between American and Britich monarchs.

What was the impact of the French and Indian War?

• The British gained control of a vast amount of land.

• Indigenous tribes retained their land and power.

• The war had no financial impact on the British.

• The American colonies did not participate in the war.

Name the two countries involved in the French and Indian war.

Which British Act resulted in the famous event known as the Boston Tea Party in 1773?

• The Sugar Act

• The Stamp Act

• The Townshend Acts

• The Tea Act

Why did the colonists oppose the taxes imposed by the British government?

• They didn't want to pay any taxes.

• They believed they should have representation in the British government.

• They didn't like tea.

• They wanted to support British businesses.

Which event led to the colonists protesting having to pay taxes on tea from only one company?

• The Tea Act

• The Boston Massacre

• The 2016 Super Bowl

• The French and Indian War

Which one of these people were NOT part of the First Continental Congress?

• George Washington

• Patrick Henry

• Thomas Jefferson

• Samuel Adams

• John Adams

This group of people believed in fighting for the independence from Great Britain.

• Loyalists

• Neutralists

• Patriots

This group of people wanted to stay loyal to Great Britain.

• Patriots

• Neutralists

• Loyalists