American Revolution Flashcards
What was “Taxation without Representation”?
British taxes, such as the Stamp Act and Tea Act, imposed on colonists without their consent, leading to widespread anger.
How did Enlightenment ideas influence the American Revolution?
Concepts of liberty and democracy inspired colonists to resist British rule.
Why did the British military presence in American cities cause tension?
The stationing of British troops in American cities was seen as an occupation and increased resentment among colonists.
What were the Navigation Acts
British laws that restricted colonial trade, mandating that certain goods be shipped only to England, which limited economic freedom.
What was the Boston Massacre (1770)?
A confrontation where British soldiers killed several colonists, fueling anti-British sentiments.
What was the Boston Tea Party (1773)?
A protest where colonists, opposing the Tea Act, dumped imported British tea into Boston Harbor.
What was the Boston Tea Party (1773)?
A protest where colonists, opposing the Tea Act, dumped imported British tea into Boston Harbor.
What was the significance of the First Continental Congress (1774)?
A meeting where delegates from the colonies coordinated resistance against British policies.
