Question: Independence will be a common theme throughout the Revolutionary War unit. What does INDEPENDENCE mean to you? Use your own words.

Answer: being able to do stuff for yourself, not needing to rely on others

Question: How could close settlements be a strength?

Answer: They only had to take orders from one government since their settlements were close. This made their orders clear.

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Question: How could separate governments be a weakness?

Answer: Having separate governments, they weren’t unified and there could be differences in opinions on how to proceed in war.

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Question: How could a new prime minister be an advantage? (Make an inference)

Answer: I can infer that the orders for battle were more strategic since they got the upper hand and controlled all of New France.

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Question: Why would the capture of a French fort of supplies be an advantage?

Answer: The French didn’t have their supplies needed for war. For example, ammunition needed for war and food for soldiers to survive.

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Question: What is another name for the French and Indian War?

Answer: Seven Years War

Question: How Did Colonists React to the Proclamation of 1763?

Answer: A desire for good farmland caused many colonists to defy the proclamation; others merely resented the royal restrictions on trade and migration. Ultimately, the Proclamation of 1763 failed to stem the tide of westward expansion.

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Question: Imagine you find out that there were enemy soldiers who would be living in your home, taking your supplies, and eating your food. How would you feel? Use the mood meter or your own words to describe how you feel.

Answer: I would feel angry because i dont want anyone using my stuff aspecially not the enemy.

Question: Why did the British government pass the Stamp Act of 1765?

Answer: The British government felt that the colonies should share in the expense of the war and help to pay for the British troops in the Americas. The Stamp Act of 1765 was a tax to help the British pay for the French and Indian War.

Question: How did the colonists react to the Stamp Act?

Answer: They boycotted British goods and protested.