American Revolution Review

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Name of war for control of the Ohio River Valley - Britain vs. France (Indians were split)

told why the colonies should no longer be under British rule

colony controlled directly by a king or queen who appoints a royal governor

What is an overthrow of a government called?

law requiring colonist to protect British troops by housing them

Delegates met in Philadelphia in 1775 and eventually approved the declaration of independence. 

King George's response to the Boston Tea Party

Number of deaths in Boston "massacre" + number of original colonies = 

Forcing people to pay taxes without a say in the voting

leading Patriot who has many talents, a successful writer, printer, inventor and scientist.

a person who represents others at a convention or conference

a Patriot who was paid and trained to be ready to fight at a minute's notice.

leading Patriot who argued for independence by through poetry and plays.

a ruler who uses his power harshly