Road to the Revolution Flashcards

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Proclamation of 1763

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A law that required the colonists to stay east of the Appalachian Mountains.

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Boycott

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 to refuse to buy items in order to protest certain actions or to force acceptance of one’s terms; to refuse to use.

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Repeal

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to cancel an act or law.

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Rebellion

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Open defiance of authority.

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Propaganda

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 ideas or information intentionally spread to harm or help a cause; information used to influence opinion.

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Loyalist

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an American colonist who remained loyal to Britain and opposed the war for independence.

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Patriot

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American colonist who favored American independence.

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Writ of Assistance

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search warrants that allowed officials to search houses and businesses for smuggled goods.

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The Sugar Act

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• 1764 - Tax on molasses lowered to encourage colonists to pay tax rather than smuggle.

• Officers seize goods from accused smugglers, no court!

• Angered colonists, violated their rights: Innocent until proven guilty? Trial by jury? Secure own home?

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Stamp Act

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In 1765, all printed materials, such as newspapers, playing cards, and wills, were required to have a stamp indicating that tax had been paid.