Exploring the American Revolution

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What was the Boston Tea Party?

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A protest by American colonists against British taxation, where they dumped tea into Boston Harbor.

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Why was the Boston Tea Party significant?

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It demonstrated the colonists' willingness to take action against British policies.

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Who was Thomas Paine?

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An American political activist and writer who authored 'Common Sense'.

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What was the purpose of Thomas Paine's pamphlet 'Common Sense'?

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To inspire colonists to support independence from Britain.

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What impact did the American Revolution have on Native American communities?

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It resulted in the loss of land and increased displacement for many Native American tribes.

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What was the Treaty of Paris (1783)?

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An agreement that recognized American independence and established borders for the new nation.

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What did the Treaty of Paris (1783) achieve for the United States?

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It recognized American independence and established borders for the new nation.

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What event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?

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The Battle of Lexington and Concord.

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What was the significance of the Battle of Lexington and Concord?

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It was the first military engagement of the American Revolutionary War.

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What was the main reason for the American Revolution?

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Colonial resistance to British taxation and lack of representation.