Ch. 8 Review

What was one major cause of the French and Indian War?

In what ways did colonist protest British imperial policies?

What was the Proclamation of 1763?

What happened on July 4, 1776, that makes it such an important date in American history?

How did the Committees of Correspondence help the colonist fight the British rule?

Who called for a resolution in the 2nd Continental Congress for independence from Britain?

When did the British realize that fighting the colonist wouldn't be easy?

Who organized the first Committee of Correspondence in Boston & planned the Boston Tea Party?

Why did the First Continental Congress meet in 1774?

How did many colonist protest the taxes placed on British goods?

Who was the head of the committee for the Articles of Confederation?

What is one effect that the Articles of Confederation had on the new nation?

Why were the battles at Lexington & Concord important?

What did the British government do to help pay the costs of the French & Indian War?

Who was the commander in chief of the Continental Army?

Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?

A voice in one's government is the definition of ______________.

What was the first plan of government for the United States called?