The First Continental Congress and the Coercive Acts

The First Continental Congress and the Coercive Acts

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History, Social Studies

7th - 10th Grade

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In 1774, American colonists were frustrated with British policies, particularly the Coercive Acts. This led to the First Continental Congress in Philadelphia, where delegates from 12 colonies, except Georgia, met to discuss a unified response. Georgia was hesitant due to its economic ties with Britain and conflicts with American Indian tribes. The Congress supported the Suffolk Resolves, urging colonists to boycott British goods and form militias. They also issued a Declaration of Rights, asserting their entitlement to life, liberty, and property. The Congress agreed to reconvene if Britain ignored their concerns, setting the stage for the Revolutionary War.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the First Continental Congress to convene in 1774?

To declare independence from Britain

To negotiate a trade deal with France

To discuss the Coercive Acts and British taxes

To form a new government

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a measure included in the Coercive Acts?

Requiring colonists to house British troops

Allowing colonists to elect their own governors

Restricting town meetings in Massachusetts

Closing the port of Boston

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the British government's expectation from the Coercive Acts?

To promote colonial independence

To halt colonial rebellion

To encourage colonial trade

To improve colonial relations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Georgia not send delegates to the First Continental Congress?

They were facing conflicts with American Indian tribes

They were under martial law

They were loyal to the British crown

They had no interest in colonial matters

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was appointed as the president of the First Continental Congress?

Thomas Jefferson

Peyton Randolph

George Washington

John Adams

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the Suffolk Resolves?

To establish a colonial militia

To declare war on Britain

To negotiate peace with Britain

To form a new colonial government

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Continental Association call for?

A new colonial currency

A ban on trade with France

A ban on trade with Great Britain

A colonial army

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