The American Revolution

What was the approximate increase in Britain's national debt after the Seven Years' War?

• £20 million

• £59 million

• £74 million

• £133 million

What was a primary reason for colonial protests against British taxation?

• The taxes were too low.

• Colonists had representation in British Parliament.

• Colonists lacked representation in British Parliament.

• The taxes only applied to British goods.

What event marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War?

• The Boston Massacre

• The Boston Tea Party

• Clashes between local militiamen and British soldiers in Massachusetts

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

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Who was primarily responsible for drafting the Declaration of Independence?

• Benjamin Franklin

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

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Compare and reflect on the treatment of enslaved Africans versus "freed" Africans.

In your own words, summarize what you learned in the video. 1-2 facts stated will suffice.