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| The territory that was at stake during the revolutionary war--North America, specifically between the English colonies and candada | Primarily involved North America, specifically the land between the English colonies along the Atlantic coast and British Canada to the north. This included key areas such as the Ohio River Valley, which were contested due to their strategic importance for trade, settlement, and expansion. |
| Role colonist played in the war including George Washington and the Albany plan - Washington led a group of soldiers to the NW terriorty | 1. Serving as the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army. He led various military campaigns, including efforts in the Northwest Territory, where he aimed to secure land for settlement and defend against British forces. 2. Colonies for mutual defense against French and Native American threats. Although it was never implemented, it set a precedent for future cooperation among the colonies and highlighted the importance of collective action, which became a vital aspect of the Revolutionary War efforts. |
| British view of the colonists performance in the war | The colonists' ability to fight in the Revolutionary War, believing they lacked the organization and resolve to succeed. However, as the war progressed, they became frustrated by the colonists' effective guerrilla tactics and growing support from allies like France, realizing that the conflict was much tougher than they had expected. |
| Connection between the War and British taxes that were passed after the war | To recover the financial burdens incurred during the war, leading to new taxes imposed on the colonies, such as the Sugar Act and the Tea Act. These taxes reignited colonial resentment and protests, as many colonists felt unfairly taxed without representation, ultimately fueling their desire for independence. |
| The reason for the proclamation Line of 1763 and the colonial reaction | Created to prevent colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains, aiming to avoid conflicts with Native Americans. Colonists were frustrated by this restriction, feeling it limited their rights to expand, which increased their anger toward British rule. |
| Purpose of the stamp act and the colonial reaction and argument | Aimed to raise money for Britain by requiring colonists to buy special stamped paper for documents and newspapers. Colonists strongly opposed it, arguing it was unfair to tax them without representation in Parliament, leading to protests and boycotts. |
| Purpose of the Townshend Act and the colonial reaction and argument | Designed to raise money by taxing imported goods like glass, paper, and tea in the colonies. Colonists reacted angrily, arguing that it was unfair to tax them without representation, leading to protests and boycotts of British products. |
| Purpose of the tea act and colonial action (I.e Boston Tea Party) | Intended to support the British East India Company by allowing it to sell tea directly to the colonies at a lower price while keeping a tax on it. In response, colonists protested by staging the Boston Tea Party, where they dumped British tea into Boston Harbor to oppose the tax. |
| Purpose of quartering Act and its connection to the Boston Massacre | Required colonists to house and supply British soldiers, which upset many colonists. This tension contributed to the Boston Massacre, where confrontations between colonists and British troops led to violence and deaths. |
| Who propagandized the Boston Massacre and why? | Paul Revere and Samuel Adams propagandized the Boston Massacre to turn public opinion against British rule. They portrayed the British soldiers as violent aggressors and the colonists as innocent victims to rally support for the Patriot cause. |
| Purpose and the 4 parts of the Intolerable Acts (Ak.a Coercive Acts) | Designed to punish the colonies for the Boston Tea Party and restore order. The four main parts included: Boston Port Act: Closed Boston's port until the tea was paid for. Massachusetts Government Act: Limited town meetings and increased the governor's power. Administration of Justice Act: Allowed British officials to be tried in Britain for crimes. Quartering Act: Expanded housing for British troops in colonists' homes. These acts united the colonies against British rule and contributed to the push for revolution. |
| Describe the Boston Tea Party and why it was carried out and by which group? | The Sons of Liberty, a group of colonists. They dumped 342 chests of British tea into Boston Harbor to oppose the Tea Act, which imposed a tax on tea without colonial representation. |
| Purpose of the committee of correspondence | Aimed to improve communication between the American colonies about British actions and policies. It helped organize resistance and build unity among the colonies in their struggle for independence. |
| Organizing of the first congenital congress-main decisions, viewpoints of various delegated 9radicals, moderates, conservatives) | Address grievances against Britain, particularly the Intolerable Acts. Radicals like Samuel Adams pushed for strong action and possible independence. Moderates such as John Dickinson favored negotiation and reconciliation. Conservatives like Joseph Galloway wanted to maintain ties with Britain and focus on stability. The Congress decided to send a petition to King George III and called for a boycott of British goods, setting the stage for greater colonial unity. |
| 2 key pre-independence battles: Lexington and Concord and Bunker Hill- Military and political outcomes | Lexington and Concord Military Outcome: These battles on April 19, 1775, were the first of the Revolutionary War, where colonial militias forced British troops to retreat. Political Outcome: They united the colonies in support of independence and increased recruitment for the Continental Army. Bunker Hill Military Outcome: The Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775, was a British victory but came with heavy British casualties, showing that colonial forces could fight effectively. Political Outcome: The battle boosted colonial morale and strengthened the commitment to resist British rule, solidifying support for the Continental Army. |
| Second continental Congress: Main decisions, viewpoints, why did it take leaders long to support independence? | Main Decisions of the Second Continental Congress Continental Army: Established the army and appointed George Washington as commander. Declaration of Independence: Drafted and adopted on July 4, 1776. Viewpoints Radicals: Pushed for independence (e.g., John Adams). Moderates: Favored negotiation (e.g., John Dickinson). Conservatives: Wanted to maintain ties with Britain. Reasons for Delay Fear of Consequences: Concern over British retaliation. Loyalty: Some felt loyal to the Crown. Lack of Unity: Not all colonies agreed on the need for independence. |
| Main ideas of Thomas Pains common sense and impact of the leaders | Main Ideas of Thomas Paine's Common Sense Independence: Advocated for breaking away from Britain. Critique of Monarchy: Called hereditary monarchy unjust. Republicanism: Supported government by the people. Economic Benefits: Suggested independence would boost trade. Impact on Leaders Common Sense influenced leaders to support independence and united various colonial factions for the revolutionary cause. |
| DOI connection to Enlightenment Ideas | The Declaration of Independence (DOI) connects to Enlightenment ideas through: Natural Rights: It emphasizes life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, reflecting John Locke’s belief in inalienable rights. Social Contract: It states that governments derive power from the consent of the governed, supporting the idea that citizens can overthrow unjust governments. Reason: The DOI promotes reason as the basis for political legitimacy. Equality: The phrase "all men are created equal" embodies Enlightenment beliefs in equality. Overall, the DOI advocates for individual rights, government accountability, and liberty. |
| Who was the intended audiences of the document and why? --Document was meant for the colonist to read and other countries--especially France | Colonists: It aimed to unite and rally them around the cause of independence. Foreign Nations: The authors sought international support, particularly from France, to gain recognition and assistance in their fight against Britain. |
| Why was the grievances that blamed the King for the international slave trade removed? Which set of colonies insisted on its removal | For the international slave trade was removed from the Declaration of Independence due to pressure from Southern colonies, especially South Carolina and Georgia. They insisted on its removal because they relied on slavery for their economy and feared it would threaten their interests. |
| Washington | Commander of continental Army |
| Jefferson | Author of DOI |
| J. Adams | Defended soliders, radical in CC |
| S. Adams | Leader of Sons of Liberty |
| B. Franklin | Albany Plan, Alliance with France, Treaty of Paris |
| P. Revere | Propagandized Massacre, warn colonist at Lexington Concord |
| J. Dickinson | Moderate in CC (Continental Congress) |
| T. Paine | Wrote the Common Sense |