American Revolution 5.1 - 5.4

What was the main reason for the American Revolution?

• The American colonists wanted to become British citizens.

• The British imposed unfair rules and taxes on the American colonists.

• The American colonists wanted to establish their own colony overseas.

• The British colonists were unhappy with their leaders.

Why is the American Revolution considered important in history?

• It led to the discovery of new lands.

• It resulted in a war between the American colonists.

• It gave birth to the United States and secured freedom and rights.

• It was a conflict between American and British monarchs.

Name two countries that were involved in the French and Indian War.

• France and Britain

• Spain and Portugal

• Germany and Italy

• Russia and Austria

What was the impact of the war?

• The British gained control of a vast amount of land.

• Indigenous tribes retained their land and power.

• The war had no financial impact on the British.

• The American colonies did not participate in the war.

Which British Act resulted in the famous event known as the Boston Tea Party in 1773?

• The Sugar Act

• The Stamp Act

• The Townshend Acts

• The Tea Act

Why did the colonists oppose the taxes imposed by the British government?

• Because they didn't want to pay any taxes

• Because they believed they should have representation in the British government

• Because they didn't like tea

• Because they wanted to support British businesses

Which event led to the colonists protesting having to pay taxes on tea from only one company?

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Stamp Act

• The Intolerable Acts

• The Townshend Acts

Name one representative who attended the First Continental Congress.

• George Washington

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

Which events were causes of the American Revolution?

Select THREE correct answers.

Match the following causes of the American Revolution

• Intolerable/Coercive Acts

• 5 colonists killed

• Boston Massacre 1770

• Punishment: Closed down Boston Harbor/Enforced Quartering Act

• Proclamation of 1763

• Tax on all printed materials (paper)

• Stamp Act 1765

• Colonists not allowed west of the Appalachian Mountains