Consequences of the American revolution Flashcards

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Which political group were beginning to state that the government, heavy-handed tactics were making independence, more likely?

A

The Whigs

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The American revolution spread unrest in Britain, who was demanding reform?

A

John Wilkes

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Who published the book wealth of nations, promoting ideas such as free trade?

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Adam Smith

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The revolution lead to riots in Britain. What was the worst one of the 1700s?

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The Gordon Riots

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Which other country was impacted by the revolution?

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France (the French revolution happened six years after the American revolution)

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