The Seven Years War

Question 1

When did the Seven Years War occur and who was it between?

Answer 1

Also called the French/Indian War, was a war between England and France. It was from (1756-1763)

Question 2

Why was this war a blessing and a curse for England?

Answer 2

England wins all of North America, but has great debt after the war and a lot of land to maintain and colonize. So, the British raise taxes on the colonies to pay off the debt.

Question 3

How did the war start?

Answer 3

George Washington has a conflict with the French commander and the Iroquois kill the French commander and others. Basically a big misunderstanding that lead to a war.

Question 4

What was the Albany Plan of Union?

Answer 4

In 1754, the British want the colonies to have a more central government.

Question 5

What was the Treaty of Paris?

Answer 5

In 1763, the Treaty of Paris officially ended the Seven Years War.

Question 6

What fundamentally changed the relationship between Britain and the colonies during this time?

Answer 6

England decides to gain economic status through the colonies by raising taxes.