APUSH unit 3

What led to the colonial independence movement and the Revolutionary War?

British attempts to assert tighter control over North American colonies and the colonial resolve for self-government.

What conflict culminated in the Seven Years' War (French and Indian War)?

Competition among the British, French, and American Indians for economic and political advantage.

Who led the attacks against Fort Detroit during Pontiac's Rebellion?

Pontiac, leader of the Odawa tribe.

What demonstrated the viability of pantribal cooperation against colonialism?

Pontiac's Rebellion.

What was the Albany Plan of Union?

A proposal created by Ben Franklin in 1754 to organize an intercolonial government.

What were the Townshend Acts of 1767?

Taxes imposed on imports like glass, tea, lead, and paint, leading to protests in the colonies.

What did the Stamp Act of 1765 tax?

All printed material.

What was the Boston Tea Party?

A protest by the Sons of Liberty where they destroyed 342 chests of tea in response to the Tea Act.

What was the purpose of the First Continental Congress?

To show support for Boston and create a unified approach to Britain.

What philosophical ideas influenced American revolutionary thought?

Enlightenment ideas about natural rights, republicanism, and social contracts.

What document justified the raising of a colonial military force in 1775?

Declaration of the Causes & Necessities for Taking Up Arms.

What did Common Sense argue for?

The argument for a republican form of government separate from British rule.

What were the Articles of Confederation?

The first constitution of the United States creating a weak federal government.

What was Shay's Rebellion?

An uprising against tax and debt collection that highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation.

What was the Bill of Rights?

The first 10 amendments of the Constitution that secured individual rights.

What did the Constitutional Convention produce?

The US Constitution, establishing a stronger federal government and a system of checks and balances.

What was the significance of Marbury vs. Madison?

Established the doctrine of judicial review.

What was the Proclamation of Neutrality of 1793?

A declaration of American neutrality in the conflict between Britain and France.

What did Jay’s Treaty achieve?

Negotiated American economic goals and removed British forts from the Northwest Territory.

What advice did Washington give in his Farewell Address?

Urged against permanent alliances and political parties.

What was the significance of the Declaration of Independence?

It announced the American colonies' separation from Britain and articulated the principle of individual rights.

Who authored the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson is credited with drafting the Declaration of Independence.

What major event did the Treaty of Paris 1783 conclude?

It concluded the American Revolutionary War and recognized American independence.

What event is known as the Boston Massacre?

A confrontation in 1770 where British soldiers killed five colonists, escalating tensions.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Saratoga?

A turning point in the Revolutionary War that secured French support for the Americans.

What did the Virginia Plan propose?

A proposal for a new constitution that included a bicameral legislature based on population.

What was the main purpose of the Federalist Papers?

To promote the ratification of the U.S. Constitution.

What was the significance of the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850?

It required the return of runaway slaves to their masters and heightened sectional tensions.

What did the Kansas-Nebraska Act allow?

It allowed territories to decide on the legality of slavery through popular sovereignty.

What was the impact of the Dred Scott decision?

It ruled that African Americans could not be citizens and invalidated the Missouri Compromise.