seven years war

What war is considered the precursor to the American Revolution and what are its other names?

The Seven Years War, also known as the French and Indian War in America

What was the primary cause of the Seven Years War according to John Green?

Seven years war was mainly caused by British and French rivalry over land, (Ohio River Valley )trade and imperial dominance around the world

How did mercantilism shape colonial economies?

made colonial economies, dependent, and profitable for the mother country which limited their ability to develop.

Why was slavery central to the colonial economy during this period?

Tobacco and sugar, the most important colonial trade goods, depended heavily on slave labor. Slaves were also a key trade good in the triangular trade between Europe, Africa, and the colonies, fueling colonial prosperity.

Who were Britain’s main rivals in North America during the Seven Years War?

France was Britain’s greatest rival, with French colonies concentrated around the St. Lawrence River Valley and expanding into the Mississippi and Ohio River Valleys, forming alliances with Native Americans to dominate fur and deer-skin trades.

What event triggered the start of fighting in the Seven Years War in North America?

the conflict at Fort necessity in 1754 led by George Washington when a French force was attacked.

What was the outcome of the Seven Years War in terms of territorial changes?

Britain gained Canada from France and Florida from Spain, while France retained valuable Caribbean sugar islands (Guadeloupe and Martinique), and Spain received Cuba and the Philippines. Native Americans lost significant territory and faced British settlers moving west.

What was Pontiac’s Rebellion and why did it occur?

Pontiac rebellion was a native American rebel against British policies and settlement after the French war sparked anger over land loss and mistreatment.

What was the Proclamation Line of 1763, and how did colonists react?

the proclamation line restricted westward expansion in the colonist feeling resentment because they felt that British was limiting their freedom and opportunities

How did new political ideas like republicanism and liberalism influence colonial attitudes?

made colonist question British rule, and believed that they deserve political, freedom and natural rights. This helped lay the ground work for the American revolution

What role did the Great Awakening play in colonial society?

the great awakening, inspired religious independence, equality and unity, which later encouraged political independence in colonial society.

How did the combination of economic pressures, political philosophies, and religious revivals contribute to the American Revolution?

economic hardships, created anger, political ideas provided justification for rebellion and religious, right revivals inspired confidence in unity.