Road to independence chapter 5 study guide
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The document outlines the major events leading up to the American Revolution, including rising tensions between British colonists and the government over taxation and laws, outward protests by colonists through groups like the Sons of Liberty and acts like the Boston Tea Party, and the first battles of Lexington and Concord. It also mentions the Second Continental Congress declaring independence and drafting the Declaration of Independence.
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- 1. Major Themes Your Notes Britain's Trade Laws and Taxation of the colonies Rising Tension Between Colonists and British Colonists Outward Protestations The First Battles The Second Continental Congress The Declaration of Independence Key Terms Writs of Assistance Stamp Act Taxation without Representation
- 2. Boston Massacre Key Terms Your Notes Spreading the Word to the Colonies Sons and Daughters of Liberty Tea Act Boycotts Boston Tea Party Olive Branch Petition Minutemen/Militias Lexington/Concord Loyalists/Patriots Second Continental Congress: Thomas Paine’s Common Sense
- 3. Declaration of Independence: dates, author, sections