The Causes of the American Revolution

Question 1

Why did Britain pass the Stamp Act in the first place?

Accepted Answer

To get some reward for protecting the colonists in the war, To pay for the French and Indian War

Question 2

How did Parliament react to protest over the Stamp Act?

Accepted Answer

Repealed it but declared their firm sovereignty over them

Question 3

There were no battles before the Declaration of Independene

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

The First Continental Congress only wanted Britain to restore the colonists' rights, not war

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

What caused the Boston Tea Party?

Accepted Answer

Tea was cheaper and the colonists were suspicious of it

Question 6

Which group of colonials did the Stamp Act hit worst of all?

Accepted Answer

Lawyers

Question 7

What geographic area did the Proclamation Line keep the colonists from settling past?

Accepted Answer

The Appalachian Mountains

Question 8

What role did John Adams play in the Boston Massacre?

Accepted Answer

He agreed to defend the British soldiers involved

Question 9

Paul Revere's rendition of the Boston Massacre was completely accurate and objective

Accepted Answer

False

Question 10

France won the French and Indian War

Accepted Answer

False

Questions 10