Colonial America: Key Events and Figures

The lecture covers the Seven Years War, focusing on its causes, key battles, and outcomes. It highlights the colonial rivalry between Britain and France, the British victory, and the resulting territorial gains. The economic impact of the war led to British attempts to raise revenue through acts like the Stamp Act, causing colonial discontent. Native American resistance, such as Pontiac's Rebellion, influenced British policies like the Proclamation of 1763. The lecture concludes with the war's role in setting the stage for American independence.

What was a major cause of the intensified rivalry between Britain and France in the mid-18th century?

• The alliance between Britain and Spain

• The French Revolution

• The expansion of British colonies into the interior of North America

• The discovery of gold in North America

Which early battle of the Seven Years' War resulted in George Washington's defeat?

• Battle of Bunker Hill

• Battle of Fort Duquesne

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown

Who was the British leader responsible for changing the strategy during the Seven Years' War?

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

• Edward Braddock

• William Pitt

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris in 1763?

• France gained control of Canada

• Spain lost Florida to Britain

• The United States declared independence

• Britain gained large amounts of territory in North America

Which act required colonists to include a royal stamp on printed materials?

• Sugar Act

• Tea Act

• Quartering Act

• Stamp Act

What was the main reason for the introduction of the Sugar Act and Stamp Act?

• To raise revenue to pay for the war expenses

• To encourage trade with France

• To punish the colonists for their rebellion

• To support the British navy

What was the purpose of the Proclamation of 1763?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To allow colonists to settle west of the Appalachians

• To prevent colonists from moving westward

• To establish new trade routes with Native Americans

Who led the coordinated attacks known as Pontiac's Rebellion?

• Chief Pontiac

• George Washington

• William Pitt

• Benjamin Franklin

What was a significant result of Pontiac's Rebellion?

• The British expanded their territory further west

• The colonists declared independence

• The British prohibited further westward expansion by colonists

• The French regained control of Canada

Which group was known for expanding into western territories and often clashing with Native Americans?

• The Minutemen

• The Loyalists

• The Sons of Liberty

• The Paxton Boys