American Revolution and Key Events

The video explores the evolution of American democracy, starting with the French and Indian War, which led to British taxation policies like the Stamp Act. These policies sparked colonial protests, including the Boston Tea Party. In response, Britain enacted the Intolerable Acts, prompting the First Continental Congress to unify the colonies against British rule.

What was the main reason colonists felt their voices weren't heard before the American Revolution?

• They were not allowed to form their own government.

• They were not allowed to vote in local elections.

• They had no representation in British Parliament.

• They were taxed heavily on all goods.

What was the primary conflict in the French and Indian War?

• Control over the Maryland area

• Control over the Florida territory

• Control over the Ohio River Valley

• Control over the New England region

What was the main purpose of the Stamp Act?

• To establish a new colonial government

• To raise funds for British troops in the colonies

• To promote British goods in the colonies

• To regulate trade between colonies

Which group was formed in response to the Stamp Act?

• The Sons of Liberty

• The Daughters of the Revolution

• The Colonial Patriots

• The Freedom Fighters

What was the main grievance of the colonists against the Stamp Act?

• It imposed military rule.

• It taxed tea and sugar.

• It was passed without colonial representation.

• It restricted colonial trade.

What was the main outcome of the Boston Tea Party?

• The end of British rule in America

• The start of the American Revolution

• The imposition of the Intolerable Acts

• The repeal of the Tea Act

Who led the Sons of Liberty during the Boston Tea Party?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Samuel Adams

• George Washington

• Paul Revere

What was the main purpose of the Intolerable Acts?

• To create a new colonial government

• To punish the colonies for the Boston Tea Party

• To promote British goods

• To establish new trade routes

Where was the First Continental Congress held?

• Philadelphia

• New York

• Washington D.C.

• Boston

Which future president was a delegate at the First Continental Congress?

• Andrew Jackson

• James Madison

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson