Unit 3 Lesson 11 Flashcardizz

Front

What was the main reason many colonists boycotted tea and paper?

Back

To protest taxes on those items.

Front

Who tried to persuade the British government to treat the colonies fairly?

Back

Benjamin Franklin.

Front

If all neutral colonists voted for the Patriots, which side would win?

Back

Patriots.

Front

How did most colonies view independence?

Back

They generally agreed with the idea of independence.

Front

What do you call a person who betrays their country?

Back

Traitor.

Front

What was the purpose of the Boston Tea Party?

Back

To protest against British taxation without representation.

Front

What does the term 'Loyalist' refer to?

Back

Colonists who remained loyal to the British crown.

Front

What was the significance of the Declaration of Independence?

Back

It declared the colonies' independence from British rule.

Front

What does 'taxation without representation' mean?

Back

Being taxed by a government without having a say in that government's decisions.

Front

Who were the Patriots?

Back

Colonists who fought for independence from Britain.