Causes of the American Revolution

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Which two groups were fighting in the French and Indian War?

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British Colonist vs. The French and Indians

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What was the Proclamation of 1763?

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King George III made the Appalachian Mountains the western boundary of the colonist

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Why did King George III say he issued the Proclamation of 1763?

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To prevent future wars with the Native Americans. He was protecting the colonists and tired of paying for the wars.

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Boycott

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Refusal to buy a product or service in order to put pressure on the company/government to make a change in policy.

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Repeal

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To take back or cancel

Front

What Act placed a tax on all printed materials, newspapers, wills and even playing cards?

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Stamp Act

Front

Did the Tea Act actually lower the tax on tea?

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False

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A small group made up of everyday citizens to protect their town or colony.

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Militia

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All people are born equal and entitled to the same basic rights

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natural rights

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Colonists who felt a deep loyalty to Britain

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Loyalists