Exploring the Causes of the American Revolution

The video covers the period from the French and Indian War to the American push for independence. It begins with the conflict between Great Britain and France over colonial trade, leading to the British victory in the French and Indian War. Post-war, British policies like the Proclamation of 1763 and the Stamp Act sparked colonial unrest. The Tea Act and subsequent Boston Tea Party further escalated tensions. Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' played a crucial role in rallying support for independence.

What was the primary cause of the French and Indian War?

• Control of the fur trade in Canada

• Disputes over fishing rights

• Religious differences

• Control of the Ohio River Valley

Which treaty ended the French and Indian War?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Ghent

• Treaty of Utrecht

What was the British response to Chief Pontiac's rebellion?

• Negotiating a peace treaty

• Imposing new taxes on the colonists

• Increasing military presence in the colonies

• Issuing the Proclamation of 1763

What was the main purpose of the Stamp Act of 1765?

• To punish the colonies

• To regulate colonial trade

• To fund the British military

• To raise revenue for Britain

Which group was formed in response to the Stamp Act?

• The Continental Congress

• The Committees of Safety

• The Sons of Liberty

• The Loyalists

What was the significance of the Daughters of Liberty?

• They organized protests against British taxes

• They wove cloth to support boycotts of British goods

• They drafted petitions against the Stamp Act

• They provided military support to the colonies

What was the main consequence of the Tea Act of 1773?

• It led to the Boston Tea Party

• It reduced the price of tea in the colonies

• It increased British military presence

• It ended the boycott of British goods

What were the Intolerable Acts designed to do?

• Negotiate peace with Native American tribes

• Expand British trade in the colonies

• Reduce taxes on colonial goods

• Punish Massachusetts and other colonies

Who was the author of the pamphlet 'Common Sense'?

• John Adams

• Thomas Paine

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

What was the main argument of 'Common Sense'?

• To encourage loyalty to the British crown

• To support British rule

• To advocate for independence from Britain

• To promote trade with Britain