When did the Seven Years’ War take place?
From 1756 to 1763.
Which nations allied with France against Britain in the Seven Years’ War?
Several Native American nations.
What happened to Quebec after the British victory in the Seven Years’ War?
Quebec was ceded to Britain.
What happened to Louisiana after the British victory in the Seven Years’ War?
Louisiana was given to Spain.
Why did the British government increase colonial taxation after the war?
Because the war left the British Crown deeply in debt.
During which years did George III pursue policies to increase British control over colonies?
From 1760 to 1820.
How did George III’s government increase control over the colonies?
By cracking down on smuggling, limiting assemblies, and administering colonies more directly.
What did the Sugar Act of 1764 do to sugar taxes?
It lowered taxes on sugar.
What stricter measure did the Sugar Act introduce against smugglers?
Trials without a jury for accused smugglers.
What did the Revenue Act require for goods on the enumerated list?
They had to be traded according to British regulations, mainly through England.
Why did British officials say colonists should help repay the war debt?
Because colonists benefited from Britain’s victory.
Why did colonists oppose mercantilist restrictions?
Because they mainly benefited Britain and limited colonial economic freedom.
What did the Stamp Act of 1765 tax?
Printed materials produced in the colonies.
What slogan did the Stamp Act Congress use to protest taxation?
No taxation without representation.
What boycott method did colonists use against British goods?
Buying locally produced “homespun” fabric instead of imported British fabric.
In which year were British soldiers stationed in Boston to prevent smuggling?
1768
What event in March 1770 involved British soldiers firing on a crowd in Boston?
The Boston Massacre
What did the Boston Massacre symbolize for the colonists?
Colonial resistance to British rule
In which year did the Sons of Liberty dump tea into Boston Harbor?
1773
What symbolic act of resistance did the Boston Tea Party represent?
Protest against British taxation
In which year did Britain pass the Coercive Acts after the Boston Tea Party?
1774
What name did colonists give to the Coercive Acts?
The Intolerable Acts
Which port did the Coercive Acts close except for essential goods?
Boston
Name one restriction imposed by the Coercive Acts on the colonists.
Restricted the right of assembly
What did the Coercive Acts require colonists to do regarding British soldiers?
House British soldiers
How did the Coercive Acts affect tensions between Britain and the colonies?
They increased tensions and led to open confrontation
Test your knowledge with 12 questions on Causes of the American Revolution.
1. Regarding the Seven Years’ War in North America, which statements are correct?
2. The territorial consequences of the British victory included:
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