Unit 2 Study Guide – The 13 Colonies: How and why were ...



Name___________________________________________Test Date _______________ Per____ Study GuidesUnit 2 and 3 Study Guide – The American Revolution: What economic, political, and social changes caused a rebellion against Britain? How was independence defended and why did the US win?Standard/Obj. Essential QuestionContent8.4A Analyze causes of the American Revolution, including the Proclamation of 1763, the Intolerable Acts, the Stamp Act, mercantilism, lack of representation in Parliament, and British economic policies following the French and Indian War.1. What were the ESP causes of the rebellion against Great Britain?Proclamation of 1763—After French and Indian War, Proclamation of 1763 - cannot move west of the AppalachiansSugar Act, the Stamp Act – to pay for the French and Indian WarTownshend Revenue Acts, Quartering Act, Boston Massacre, Tea Act led to more tensions and protest, including Boston Tea Party, Britain punished to colonies for the Tea Party with the Intolerable ActsFirst Continental Congress formed Militias, wrote Petitions, and boycottedGreat Britain engaged in Mercantilism: Strength of a country is based upon its wealth through trade. Colonies just there to make money for Great Britain. Colonies angry at lack of representation in Parliament, and British economic policies taxing and controlling Colonies following the French and Indian War.8.20C Analyze reasons for and the impact of selected examples of civil disobedience in U.S. history such as the Boston Tea.2. What the Boston Tea Party an act of civil disobedience? Why or why not?Boston Tea Party: Protest instigated by Son of Liberty to protest special treatment of East India Company (reduced tea tax for company). Angered British Parliament, which punished their colonies by passing the Intolerable Acts.8.29D Identify points of view from the historical context surrounding an event and the frame of reference which influenced the participants.3. Compare the different frames of reference of the Americans regarding the Revolution. Patriots - Americans who supported the colonist’s causeLoyalists - Americans that supported the British governmentNeutral colonists – pacifists, stayed out of the conflict.8.4B Explain the roles played by significant individuals during the American Revolution.4. Who were significant people involved in the the American Revolution and what did they do?Abigail Adams, John Adams, Wentworth Cheswell, Samuel Adams, Mercy Otis Warren, James Armistead, Benjamin Franklin, Bernardo de Gálvez, Crispus AttucksKing George III, Haym Salomon, Patrick Henry, Thomas Jefferson, the Marquis de Lafayette, Thomas Paine, and George Washington, John Paul Jones8.4C Explain the issues surrounding important events of the American Revolution, including declaring independence, and fighting the battles of Lexington and Concord.5. What is significant about the Declaration of Independence and the Battles of Lexington and Concord?“Shot Heard Round the World” {Lexington and Concord): First Battle of the Revolution—Paul Revere, Midnight Riders, (poem calls it the beginning of revolution throughout world). Seen as Patriot victory and inspired more to become Patriots.1776, statement to declare independence from Great Britain, statement of natural rights, long list of grievances against British rule/King George, written by Thomas Jefferson. Biggest signature—John Hancock, President of Second Continental Congress which issued the Declaration.8.20A Explain the role of significant individuals such as John Locke in the development of self-government in colonial America.6. How did John Locke play a role in the development of self-government in colonial America?John Locke: English philosopher, Enlightenment Period, Social Contract, Theory of Natural Rights—Life, Liberty, Property. People have a contract with government to project the natural rights. If the government does not protect the rights, then the people can replace that government.8.30A Use social studies terminology correctly.7. Can you recognize and apply content vocabulary?Review Unit 2 Key Terms #1-25Review Unit 3 Key Terms #1-208.4C Explain the issues surrounding important events of the American Revolution, including declaring independence, writing the Articles of Confederation,15621064135 fighting the battles of Saratoga, and Yorktown, enduring the winter at Valley Forge, and signing the Treaty of Paris of 1783. 8. Why are certain events of the American Revolution considered “turning points?”Use your notes to review the significance of these events:Declaration of Independence (1776) – announced the independence of the US from Great Britain; contains statements about natural rights, and a list of grievances against the kingArticles of Confederation (1777) - the new nation’s first constitution, or plan for government; a loose association of independent statesSaratoga (1777) – Patriot victory that helped persuade France to become an ally, and supply military assistance to the Americans Valley Forge (1777-8) - Washington’s leadership inspired the Continental Army to overcome the hardships, cold, and lack of suppliesYorktown (1781) - Using the strategy of a French naval blockade, Washington laid siege on British positions and forced surrender at Yorktown, effectively ending the war.Treaty of Paris (1783) - the British recognized American independence and surrendered to the new United States all the lands between the Mississippi River and the Atlantic coast from the Great Lakes to Florida8.15B Summarize the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.9. What was the A.o.C. and what effect did it have on the United States?Articles of Confederation - the new nation’s first constitution, or plan for government; a loose association of independent stateseach state had one vote in the Confederation Congressno national executive or national courtLaws required approval by nine states, and amendments required the consent of all the states. Congress could neither levy taxes nor enforce its laws and decisions8.23D Analyze the contributions of people of various racial, ethnic, and religious groups to our national identity.10. What were the contributions of people of various racial, ethnic, and religious groups to our national identity?Review the following figures:John Locke, Abigail Adams, Wentworth Cheswell, Mercy Otis Warren, James Armistead, Bernardo de Gálvez, Crispus Attucks, Haym Salomon, the Marquis de Lafayette, John Paul JonesWhat roles did African Americans play in the Revolution?How did the Revolution affect the institution of slavery?What were the opinions of religious groups, such as Quakers? ................
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