Colonial Resistance and Revolution Concepts

The video tutorial covers the events leading to the American Revolution, focusing on the Tea Act of 1773, the Boston Tea Party, and the Intolerable Acts. It explains how these events fueled colonial dissatisfaction with British rule, highlighting the theme of 'taxation without representation.' The tutorial also discusses the economic and political control imposed by Britain and the resulting colonial protests, which eventually led to the American quest for independence.

What were the guiding questions of the lesson on the road to the revolution?

• How did the colonies gain independence?

• What were the main battles of the revolution?

• Who were the key figures in the American Revolution?

• How did Great Britain impose control over the colonies?

Why did Great Britain impose a tax on tea in the colonies?

• To support local tea merchants

• To promote tea consumption

• To pay off war debts from the French and Indian War

• To encourage trade with China

What was the main action taken by the Sons of Liberty during the Boston Tea Party?

• They destroyed British ships

• They set fire to the docks

• They negotiated with British officials

• They threw tea into Boston Harbor

What was one of the key consequences of the Boston Tea Party?

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The end of British rule in America

• The start of the American Revolution

• The imposition of the Intolerable Acts

What was the purpose of the Intolerable Acts?

• To establish a new colonial government

• To promote trade with other nations

• To coerce Boston into submission

• To reward the colonies for their loyalty

How did the Intolerable Acts affect the Massachusetts legislature?

• It was relocated to New York

• It gained more power over local laws

• It was disbanded by the British

• It was expanded to include more members

What was the colonial response to the Intolerable Acts?

• They moved to other colonies

• They accepted the new laws

• They sought independence immediately

• They began to unite and discuss liberty

What does 'taxation without representation' mean?

• Colonists were taxed without having a say

• Colonists had representatives in Parliament

• Colonists were represented by local leaders

• Colonists refused to pay any taxes

How did King George III view the American colonies?

• As equal partners in the empire

• As children needing guidance

• As independent allies

• As rebellious territories

What was the main issue for the colonists regarding British rule?

• The presence of British soldiers

• The lack of representation in Parliament

• The high cost of British goods

• The distance from Britain