3.6 Lesson Flashcard

Front

What Act Closed off The Boston Port From Getting Imports and Supplies?

Back

The Intolerable Act.

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In which city did the First Continental Congress meet?

Back

Philadelphia.

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What was the main purpose of the First Continental Congress?

Back

To discuss a response to the Intolerable Acts.

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What does the phrase 'No Taxation without Representation' mean?

Back

Colonists wanted representation in the British Parliament before being taxed.

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What were the Intolerable Acts also known as?

Back

The Coercive Acts.

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What was the significance of the Intolerable Acts?

Back

They were punitive measures imposed by Britain to control the colonies.

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What year did the First Continental Congress convene?

Back

1774.

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What was one outcome of the First Continental Congress?

Back

The formation of the Continental Association to enforce a boycott of British goods.

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What was the colonial response to the Intolerable Acts?

Back

Colonial unity and resistance against British rule.

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Who were the delegates at the First Continental Congress?

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Representatives from 12 of the 13 colonies.