Chapter 1

Question 1

What was the treaty of Paris 1763

Answer 1

The Treaty of Paris formally ended the French and Indian war. France cedes most of its territories in North America to Great Britain except for Louisiana west of the Mississippi which is ceded to Spain

Question 2

What was King George’s royal Proclamation of 1763

Answer 2

Establishes administration and territories newly ceded by France. To prevent further violence between settlers and Native Americans the proclamation sets a western boundary on the American colonies

Question 3

What is the Stamp Act?

Answer 3

March 1765. Stamp Act was a tax on printed materials used in the Colonies. Instituted to pay for keeping British soldiers in Colonies.

Question 4

What was the effect of the Stamp Act?

Answer 4

Seen as a violation of rights. Sparked violent demonstrations in several Colonies. Boycott of British goods.