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1 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9TH Unit 1 Review American Revolution Battle Notes, textbook pages Planner: Unit 1 test tomorrow (review page & quizlet)

2 UNIT 1 REVIEW 1. Based on your knowledge of Social Studies which of the following is TRUE about how the geography influenced the labor system differently in the colonies? Harsh, short winters and poor soil led to subsistence farming in the South. There were skilled laborers and artisans in New England for manufacturing. Good soil and long summers resulted in labor intensive cash cropping in the South. Good harbors led to shipping and trade in New England.

3 UNIT 1 REVIEW 1. Based on your knowledge of Social Studies which of the following is TRUE about how the geography influenced the labor system differently in the colonies? Harsh, short winters and poor soil led to subsistence farming in the South. There were skilled laborers and artisans in New England for manufacturing. Good soil and long summers resulted in labor intensive cash cropping in the South. Good harbors led to shipping and trade in New England.

4 2. Which of the following is TRUE about the causes of the French and Indian War? The colonists wanted independence. The British and French desired to control the North American fur trade. Native American conflicts with British colonists over land. There were territorial disputes between French and the British.

5 2. Which of the following is TRUE about the causes of the French and Indian War? The colonists wanted independence. The British and French desired to control the North American fur trade. Native American conflicts with British colonists over land. There were territorial disputes between French and the British.

6 3. Which of the following is True about how the relationship changed between the colonies and Great Britain following the French and Indian War? They had an increased willingness to compromise over laws and policies. They wanted a close coordination of military forces to protect the colonists. They had a growing difference in goals for the colonies financially and politically. They faced an increased tension over religious beliefs. Clashes over taxes and political representation became more frequent and more violent.

7 3. Which of the following is True about how the relationship changed between the colonies and Great Britain following the French and Indian War? They had an increased willingness to compromise over laws and policies. They wanted a close coordination of military forces to protect the colonists. They had a growing difference in goals for the colonies financially and politically. They faced an increased tension over religious beliefs. Clashes over taxes and political representation became more frequent and more violent.

8 4. Drag and Drop: Where on the chart would the following items be placed? 1 st CC 2 nd CC A. The Olive Branch Petition was written and sent to King George III B. Patrick Henry gave his famous Give me Liberty, or Give me Death C. The Declaration of Rights and Grievances was written and sent to King George III D. The Continental Army was started and the printing of paper money was authorized. E. The non-importation of British goods was continued.

9 4. Drag and Drop: Where on the chart would the following items be placed? 1 st CC 2 nd CC A. The Olive Branch Petition was written and sent to King George III B. Patrick Henry gave his famous Give me Liberty, or Give me Death C. The Declaration of Rights and Grievances was written and sent to King George III D. The Continental Army was started and the printing of paper money was authorized. E. The non-importation of British goods was continued.

10 5. Drag and Drop: Based on your knowledge of social studies, identify the beliefs of both the loyalists and patriots at the time of the American Revolution. Patriots Loyalists A. The colonies need to be a part of a strong British Empire. B. People have natural rights that government should not take away. C. The colonies profited from trade with England D. Boston is the most important center for trade in the colonies. E. The distance between England and the colonies is too great for the colonists to participate in Parliament. F. The British system of government is the best system of government. It is from her that we derive all of our laws and rights. Without her we would be lost, property destroyed and lives damaged. G. One was never meant to rule over the other. Since coming to this country, we have learned to manage our affairs(business) on our own. We are American now, not English people.

11 5. Drag and Drop: Based on your knowledge of social studies, identify the beliefs of both the loyalists and patriots at the time of the American Revolution. Patriots Loyalists A. The colonies need to be a part of a strong British Empire. B. People have natural rights that government should not take away. C. The colonies profited from trade with England D. Boston is the most important center for trade in the colonies. E. The distance between England and the colonies is too great for the colonists to participate in Parliament. F. The British system of government is the best system of government. It is from her that we derive all of our laws and rights. Without her we would be lost, property destroyed and lives damaged. G. One was never meant to rule over the other. Since coming to this country, we have learned to manage our affairs(business) on our own. We are American now, not English people.

12 6. One of the main arguments of the colonists against taxes passed by the British Parliament was.. There were no representatives in Parliament to argue on their behalf. They paid more taxes than the British back in England/Great Britain. The taxes were being used to pay for the military used to protect them.

13 6. One of the main arguments of the colonists against taxes passed by the British Parliament was.. There were no representatives in Parliament to argue on their behalf. They paid more taxes than the British back in England/Great Britain. The taxes were being used to pay for the military used to protect them.

14 7. Based on your prior knowledge and the political cartoon, which statement best summarizes why some colonists would reject the idea of virtual representation? Parliament taxed colonists without their consent. Parliament revoked laws that were unpopular in the colonies. The king allowed lords to seize colonial businesses and houses.

15 7. Based on your prior knowledge and the political cartoon, which statement best summarizes why some colonists would reject the idea of virtual representation? Parliament taxed colonists without their consent. Parliament revoked laws that were unpopular in the colonies. The king allowed lords to seize colonial businesses and houses.

16 8. Based on source 3 and 4, which of the following best describes why many colonists reacted with anger towards the Stamp Act? The Stamp Act was a tax that colonists were not allowed to pay because they were subjects of the crown. The Stamp Act allowed colonists to only buy stamps at certain times of the year, interfering with colonial business. The Stamp Act was a tax on all printed goods that the colonists resented paying.

17 8. Based on source 3 and 4, which of the following best describes why many colonists reacted with anger towards the Stamp Act? The Stamp Act was a tax that colonists were not allowed to pay because they were subjects of the crown. The Stamp Act allowed colonists to only buy stamps at certain times of the year, interfering with colonial business. The Stamp Act was a tax on all printed goods that the colonists resented paying.

18 9. Which quote best relates to the quote by James Otis, Taxation without Representation is tyranny? I urge you to tell your representatives that you do not support this terrible and burdensome law. They should act as guardians of the liberty of their country. That no man shall be taxed but with his own consent,

19 9. Which quote best relates to the quote by James Otis, Taxation without Representation is tyranny? I urge you to tell your representatives that you do not support this terrible and burdensome law. They should act as guardians of the liberty of their country. That no man shall be taxed but with his own consent,

20 10. Based on what you know about the Patrick Henry s speech where his famous quote is Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death, which answer best describes Patrick Henry s stance around the time of the American Revolution? He was a loyalist because he wanted British soldiers stationed in every house. He was a patriot because he said America will gather strength by refusing to fight. He was a patriot because he argued that it was the right time to fight.

21 10. Based on what you know about the Patrick Henry s speech where his famous quote is Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death, which answer best describes Patrick Henry s stance around the time of the American Revolution? He was a loyalist because he wanted British soldiers stationed in every house. He was a patriot because he said America will gather strength by refusing to fight. He was a patriot because he argued that it was the right time to fight.

22 11. Patriots vs Loyalists: How did Loyalists feel about England s rule over the colonies? The loyalists wanted to continue to trade with England. The loyalist felt that England should pay for the debt of the French and Indian War. The loyalist believed we should be thankful for the protection from the French and Indians.

23 11. Patriots vs Loyalists: How did Loyalists feel about England s rule over the colonies? The loyalists wanted to continue to trade with England. The loyalist felt that England should pay for the debt of the French and Indian War. The loyalist believed we should be thankful for the protection from the French and Indians.

24 12. What is a valid conclusion that can be drawn from this quotation? The only representatives of the people of these colonies are persons chosen therein by themselves; and that no taxes ever have been, or can be constitutionally imposed on them but by their respective legislatures. -Statement by the Stamp Act Congress, 1765 The colonial legislatures should be appointed by the English King with the consent of Parliament. Only the colonists elected representatives should have the power to levy taxes. The English King should have the right to tax the colonists.

25 12. What is a valid conclusion that can be drawn from this quotation? The only representatives of the people of these colonies are persons chosen therein by themselves; and that no taxes ever have been, or can be constitutionally imposed on them but by their respective legislatures. -Statement by the Stamp Act Congress, 1765 The colonial legislatures should be appointed by the English King with the consent of Parliament. Only the colonists elected representatives should have the power to levy taxes. The English King should have the right to tax the colonists.

26 13. The Committee of Correspondence protested the blockade of Boston Harbor, which was one of the effects of the Stamp Act. Townshend Acts. Intolerable Acts

27 13. The Committee of Correspondence protested the blockade of Boston Harbor, which was one of the effects of the Stamp Act. Townshend Acts. Intolerable Acts

28 14. Which statement is most accurate about the movement for independence in the thirteen colonies? The independence movement began soon after the founding of the Plymouth Colony. Protests against British colonial policies gradually led to demands for independence. The movement for independence was equally strong in all of the colonies.

29 14. Which statement is most accurate about the movement for independence in the thirteen colonies? The independence movement began soon after the founding of the Plymouth Colony. Protests against British colonial policies gradually led to demands for independence. The movement for independence was equally strong in all of the colonies.

30 15. Which quotation from the Declaration of Independence shows the influence of Enlightenment ideas the most, which shows it the least? A decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights. Governments are instituted among Men...

31 15. Which quotation from the Declaration of Independence shows the influence of Enlightenment ideas the most, which shows it the least? Least A decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation. Most We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights. Governments are instituted among Men...

32 16. According to the Declaration of Independence, the fundamental purpose of government is to protect people s natural rights provide for the defense of the nation equalize opportunities for all citizens establish a system of free public education

33 16. According to the Declaration of Independence, the fundamental purpose of government is to protect people s natural rights provide for the defense of the nation equalize opportunities for all citizens establish a system of free public education

34 17. According to the Declaration of Independence, what rights do all men have?

35 17. According to the Declaration of Independence, what rights do all men have? Life Liberty The Pursuit of Happiness These are your Natural Rights

36 18. According to the Declaration of Independence, what should people do if their government is abusing its power? Alter it (change it) or abolish it (get rid of it if it can t be changed)

37 19. Define the term grievances as it is used in the Declaration of Independence. What do you think the term means? List 3 grievances of the people against the British government.

38 19. Define the term grievances as it is used in the Declaration of Independence. What do you think the term means? List 3 grievances of the people against the British government. Grievance = complaints

39 19. Define the term grievances as it is used in the Declaration of Independence. What do you think the term means? List 3 grievances of the people against the British government. Grievance = complaints Trial without jury Quartering soldiers in your homes Taxation without representation

40 20. Based on your knowledge of history, do you believe the Declaration of Independence was justified? Why or why not? Use evidence and RACE.

41 20. Based on your knowledge of history, do you believe the Declaration of Independence was justified? Why or why not? Use evidence and RACE. Yes, b/c of grievances in #19 Trial without jury Quartering soldiers in your homes Taxation without representation Then we petitioned with the Decl. of R. & G. and OBP, which were ignored Therefore, according to Thomas Paine (Common Sense) and John Locke (rights) and Jefferson, we should break away

42 21. Some American colonists believed they were justified in declaring independence from Great Britain because the British government. required free trade with France, Germany, and Spain encouraged diplomatic relations with Native Americans taxed the colonies without direct representation in Parliament

43 21. Some American colonists believed they were justified in declaring independence from Great Britain because the British government. required free trade with France, Germany, and Spain encouraged diplomatic relations with Native Americans taxed the colonies without direct representation in Parliament

44 22. Explain how Paul Revere s depiction of the Boston Massacre was used as propaganda in the colonies. How did he portray/depict the event? What really happened? How did this influence what happened in the colony?

45 22. Explain how Paul Revere s depiction of the Boston Massacre was used as propaganda in the colonies. How did he portray/depict the event? What really happened? How did this influence what happened in the colony? Used Bias (one-sided telling of events) to show the Patriots as victims and the Redcoats as murderers. It was actually self-defense. The Townshend Acts (except for tea) were repealed as a result.

46 23. What role did George Washington play during the American Revolution? What state/colony was he from? What jobs did he hold?

47 23. What role did George Washington play during the American Revolution? Commander of the Continental Army What state/colony was he from? Virginia What jobs did he hold? Farmer/plantation, military officer, surveyor

48 24. Which conclusion about the American Revolutionary War is most clearly supported by information in this chart? The thirteen colonies had more advantages than disadvantages upon entering the war. England did not believe that the thirteen colonies were worth the expense of a war. The thirteen colonies had few, but important advantages in the war with England. England had few advantages in a war with her American colonies.

49 24. Which conclusion about the American Revolutionary War is most clearly supported by information in this chart? The thirteen colonies had more advantages than disadvantages upon entering the war. England did not believe that the thirteen colonies were worth the expense of a war. The thirteen colonies had few, but important advantages in the war with England. England had few advantages in a war with her American colonies.

50 25. The French and Spanish sided with the American Colonists during the American Revolution; why do you think that they did this?

51 25. The French and Spanish sided with the American Colonists during the American Revolution; why do you think that they did this? The Fr and Sp were enemies of the Br so helping the USA hurt the Br financially and politically.

52 26. Based on the information in the chart above and your knowledge of the events leading up to the American Revolution, why did the American colonists fight for selfgovernment? American colonists were unhappy about the system of mercantilism and their lack of representation in British government. American colonists were unhappy with British policies towards their neighboring colonies in North America. American colonists wanted to expand across North America.

53 26. Based on the information in the chart above and your knowledge of the events leading up to the American Revolution, why did the American colonists fight for selfgovernment? American colonists were unhappy about the system of mercantilism and their lack of representation in British government. American colonists were unhappy with British policies towards their neighboring colonies in North America. American colonists wanted to expand across North America.

54 27. Why does Thomas Paine say in Common Sense that America would have flourished as much had the colonies not been tied to Great Britain?

55 27. Why does Thomas Paine say in Common Sense that America would have flourished as much had the colonies not been tied to Great Britain? Staple crops Cash crops we would sell all of this Raw materials to Europe to make $$

56 28. Why did Paine believe that America would be better off without Great Britain s protection according to Common Sense?

57 28. Why did Paine believe that America would be better off without Great Britain s protection according to Common Sense? The only reason that the Fr and Sp were our enemies is because we were part of the Br empire. Otherwise, they would be our friends.

58 29. According to Paine, which country is the parent country of America? Why did he believe this?

59 29. According to Paine, which country is the parent country of America? Why did he believe this? Europe b/c of immigration. Freedom of religion, Political freedom

60 30. Thomas Jefferson got the ideas of from the Enlightenment Philosopher who believed in natural rights that were unalienable, meaning (defn of unalienable).

61 30. Thomas Jefferson got the ideas of natural rights of life, liberty and pursuit of happiness from the Enlightenment Philosopher John Locke who believed in natural rights that were unalienable, meaning can t be taken away (defn of unalienable).

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