Section B

These flashcards cover key events, definitions, and important concepts related to the American Revolution, preparing students for their exam.

Boston Massacre

An incident in 1770 where British soldiers fired into a crowd of colonists, killing five people.

Boston Tea Party

A protest in 1773 by colonists against the Tea Act, where they dumped British tea into Boston Harbor.

Intolerable Acts

Strict British laws that closed Boston’s port and limited self-government as punishment for the Tea Party.

First Continental Congress

A 1774 meeting of colonial leaders that united to send complaints to the king and organize boycotts against Britain.

Lexington & Concord

The first battles of the American Revolution in 1775, where fighting broke out between British troops and colonial militias.

Political reason for independence

Colonists sought independence because they had no representation in Parliament and felt it was unfair to be ruled by laws they didn't help create.

Economic reason for independence

Colonists wanted independence due to heavy British taxation and trade control, leading to financial loss and restriction.

Natural rights

The belief that people should be able to choose their own government and have inherent rights.

French assistance in the American Revolution

France provided soldiers, money, supplies, and a navy that helped the Americans win key battles.

Battle of Yorktown

A 1781 battle where American and French forces trapped the British army, leading to their surrender and the end of major fighting.

Treaty of Paris (1783)

The agreement that officially ended the American Revolution and recognized the United States as an independent country.

Long-term outcomes of the American Revolution

The creation of the United States as an independent nation and the inspiration of freedom and rights for global democratic movements.