Unit 2: American Revolution Flashcards
What was the French and Indian war?
It was a battle between Britain and France for the Ohio River Valley
What is Salutary Neglect?
Salutary Neglect meant that England relaxed it’s enforcement of most regulations in return for the continued economic loyalty of the colonies
Who won the French and Indian war?
Britain won the battle
What was the American Revolution?
It was a revolution that the 13 colonies made against Britain to free themselves
What lead to the American Revolution?
The taxes and mercantilism
What was the act that taxed sugar and molasses?
Sugar Act (1764)
What was the act that said colonist had to provide food, shelter, etc. to soldiers?
Quatering Act (1764)
What was the act that taxed the official stamps, seals, and papers?
Stamp Act (1765)
What was the act that taxed the glass, paint, lead, and tea?
Townshed Acts (1767)
What is “No Taxation without Representation”?
It was used as protesting and said that the government didn’t had right to tax with no representation
