Part 3 - The american revolution Flashcards
What is a boycott?
A boycott is a collective refusal to purchase or use goods and services to protest policies or actions. During the American Revolution, colonists boycotted British goods to oppose taxation without representation, pressuring Britain to repeal unjust taxes.
During the American Revolution, colonists boycotted British goods to oppose taxation without representation, pressuring Britain to repeal unjust taxes.
What is propaganda?
Propaganda involves spreading information, often biased or misleading, to influence public opinion. Revolutionary leaders used pamphlets and articles to rally colonial support against British rule.
Revolutionary leaders used pamphlets and articles to rally colonial support against British rule.
What is the Declaration of Independence?
Adopted on July 4, 1776, this document proclaimed the American colonies’ separation from Britain. It outlined grievances against King George III and articulated principles of individual liberty and government by consent.
It outlined grievances against King George III and articulated principles of individual liberty and government by consent.
What is the Bill of Rights?
The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1791, guaranteeing individual freedoms like speech, assembly, and religion. These amendments addressed concerns over federal power, ensuring protection of personal liberties.
These amendments addressed concerns over federal power, ensuring protection of personal liberties.
What does ‘No taxation without representation’ mean?
A slogan expressing colonial opposition to British taxes imposed without colonial legislative consent. This principle fueled resistance leading up to the American Revolution.
This principle fueled resistance leading up to the American Revolution.
What happened during the Boston Tea Party?
On December 16, 1773, American colonists, protesting the Tea Act, boarded British ships and dumped tea into Boston Harbor. This act of defiance escalated tensions, prompting punitive British measures.
This act of defiance escalated tensions, prompting punitive British measures.
What occurred during the Boston Massacre?
On March 5, 1770, British soldiers fired into a crowd of colonists in Boston, killing five. This incident intensified anti-British sentiments and was used as propaganda to galvanize colonial resistance.
This incident intensified anti-British sentiments and was used as propaganda to galvanize colonial resistance.
American Revolution vs. French Revolution: Similarities
Similarities:
Both revolutions sought to overthrow monarchical rule and establish representative governments.
Each was influenced by Enlightenment ideals emphasizing individual rights and freedoms.
American Revolution vs. French Revolution: Differences
Differences:
The American Revolution aimed for independence from British colonial rule, while the French Revolution sought to reform French society by abolishing the monarchy and aristocracy.
The American Revolution was less radical, resulting in a constitutional republic, whereas the French Revolution led to extreme measures, including the Reign of Terror, and eventually culminated in Napoleon’s rise to power.
American Revolution vs. French Revolution strategies used
Strategies Used:
American revolutionaries employed organized militias and sought international alliances, notably with France.
French revolutionaries utilized mass mobilization, including the formation of the National Assembly and widespread public demonstrations.
American Revolution vs. French Revolution impact
Impact:
The American Revolution resulted in the creation of a stable democratic government and inspired other colonial independence movements.
The French Revolution dramatically altered French society, abolished the monarchy, and led to a series of political upheavals, influencing future revolutionary movements worldwide.
