History - American Waf of Independence Flashcards
1
Q
In which year did Christopher Columbus discover the Americas?
A
1492
2
Q
Who founded the first English Colonies
A
Sir Walter Reigh
3
Q
When did the Seven Years’ War begin and start?
A
1756 to 1763
4
Q
Which event sparked the Seven Year War?
A
France’s expansion along the Ohio River Valley
5
Q
Who was the British Prime Minister at the time of the war?
A
William Pitt the Older
6
Q
Which of the following colonies did Britain NOT gain through the Treat of Paris?
A
Florida
7
Q
Britain was known as what?
A
The mother country
8
Q
What was a big factor in helping colonists in America to build their own distinct identity from Britain?
A
Distance between American and Britain
9
Q
Which of the taxes levied by the British government is regarded to be the trigger for the American War of Independence ?
A
The Tea Duty
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