Use the excerpt to answer the question. A government of our own is our natural right: And when a man seriously reflects on the precariousness of human affairs, he will become convinced, that it is infinitely wiser and safer, to form a constitution of our own in a cool deliberate manner, while we have it in our power, than to trust such an interesting event to time and chance.— Thomas Paine, Common Sense What effect do you think these words had on the American colonists?

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(1 point) They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress. They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain. What significant effect did the Treaty of Paris, signed after the French and Indian War, have on France? (1 point) France had to allow the British to claim and settle the Ohio Valley. France had to withdraw to its empire in Central and South America. France lost its claim to the entire Florida territory. France had lost most of its territory and power in North America. Which of the following excerpts is a grievance of the American colonists that was included in the Declaration of Independence? (1 point)
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
“Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government.”
“We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America. . . solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States. . . .”
“He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.” Use the excerpt to answer the question.
. . . I long to hear that you have declared an independency—and by the way in the new Code of Laws which I suppose it will be necessary for you to make I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favorable to them than your ancestors. . . . If particular care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment [incite; instigate] a Rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation. . . . —Abigail Adams, letter to John Adams How does Abigail Adams use the ideas of the patriots to support her cause?
(1 point) by claiming that women have the right to rebel if they do not have a voice in government by insisting that history has always been unfair to women
by comparing the existing British laws with the laws that the patriots feel need to be established
by declaring women to be independent from and having the same rights as men What motivated most African American soldiers to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots? (1 point)
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the desire to achieve military ranks
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
The excerpt above reflects the dissatisfaction of American colonists with the- (1 point)
interference of Great Britain in the slave trade
economic policies imposed by Great Britain following the French and Indian War economic consequences of the Great Awakening
political debates that took place at the Albany Convention Which statement correctly contrasts Mary Ludwig Hays’ contributions during the Revolution to those of Betsy Ross? (1 point) Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front. Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag. Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
In this excerpt, the authors of the Virginia Declaration of Rights are describing rights they consider-
(1 point) natural and possessed at birth
defined by the courts granted to citizens by their government protected under religious doctrine Use the image to answer the question.
What impact do you think seeing this image would have on the American colonists?
(1 point) By confirming the strength of the British forces, the engraving would increase support for the British government. By confirming the rumors of illegal actions taken by Bostonians, the engraving would weaken the rebel’s cause. By confirming the reaction the British would have to an uprising, the engraving would reduce the colonists’ desire to take action. By confirming the repressive actions of the British government, the engraving would increase the desire to rebel against it
Which statement best explains the why this resolution was adopted?
(1 point) Colonist created this in order to address the causes of the Boston Massacre Colonists were opposed to colonial laws being created only by Parliament Colonists were upset by the punishment imposed after the Boston Tea party Colonists wanted to expand powers given to governors appointed by King George III How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War? (1 point) They withdrew their support of the British. They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British. They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies. They were encouraged to support the patriot effort. Use the excerpt to answer the question.
In an effort to rally the nation in the midst of war, and attract popular support for itself, Congress addressed the inhabitants of the United States, reminding them of the cruelties they had suffered at the hands of the British, and warning them that more such treatment would result from a reunion with Britain. Because people regularly gathered at places of worship, Congress distributed the address to "churches and chapels and other places of religious worship" with the request that ministers read it aloud to their congregation immediately after divine service. Written by Congressman Gouverneur Morris, the address was sent throughout the states, and 50 copies were given to General Washington, to disperse throughout the army. —Library of Congress, American Memory Collection Why did Congress feel the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778?
(1 point) Congress used the address as a way to trick the British. Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence. American army had given up and began to side with the British. Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies. Which of the following best describes how the Intolerable Acts affected the American colonies? (1 point) The acts caused the colonies to declare war against the British government. The acts caused the colonies to unify against the British government. The acts caused the colonies to boycott tea, leading to the Boston Tea Party The acts caused the colonies to unify against Boston. What was the mistake British General Charles Cornwallis made that ultimately caused his defeat? (1 point) He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans He failed to cut off supply routes to the Carolinas. He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped. He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA What impact did the capture of Fort Ticonderoga have on the American soldiers? (1 point) The American soldiers were able to use cannons captured at Fort Ticonderoga to intimidate the British. The British delayed American troops from joining the fight in Boston because of the battle at the fort. The Americans were able to use the fort’s cannons to destroy the Spanish ships that supported the British army. The Americans lost the Battle of Bunker Hill because of the number of cannons the British had acquired from the fort.
Use the image to answer the question. What does the timeline suggest as a reason why the French supported the Americans during the Revolutionary War?
(1 point) The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war. The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies. The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth. The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land. Use the excerpt to answer the question.
In the text you read this about the Olive Branch Petition: After much debate, the delegates sent a petition to King George. In the Olive Branch Petition, they declared their loyalty to the king and asked him to repeal the Intolerable Acts. George III was furious when he heard about the petition. The colonists, he raged, were trying to begin a war “for the purpose of establishing an independent empire!” The king vowed to bring the rebels to justice. He ordered 20,000 more troops to the colonies to crush the revolt. What was the impact of the Olive Branch Petition?
(1 point)
It failed to bring about peace and only angered King George III.
It declared independence from Britain for the first time.
It caused there to be a brief break in the fighting.
It weakened the Continental Congress. What was the impact of Minutemen during the Revolutionary War? (1 point) They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used. As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord. They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching. As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army Advantages and Disadvantages of American Forces During the Revolutionary War Advantages Disadvantage
Use the image to answer the question. Based on the chart, what major advantage did the colonists have over the British during the Revolutionary War?
(1 point) colonists had more soldiers than the British
colonists had more supplies than the British
colonists had European financial support colonists had a better knowledge of the land than the British Describe three actions by King George III against the colonists and explain how the colonists listed those grievances in the Declaration of Independence? Include details of each

Answer 1

King George III's actions against the American colonists contributed significantly to the grievances listed in the Declaration of Independence. Here are three major actions and how they were reflected in the document:

1. Imposition of Taxes Without Representation:

   • Action: King George III implemented several taxes on the colonies, such as the Stamp Act and the Townshend Acts, without the consent of colonial representatives. This was viewed as a violation of the colonists' rights since they had no representatives in Parliament to voice their concerns or give approval.
   • Grievance in the Declaration of Independence: This grievance is encapsulated in the phrase about taxation without representation. The colonists argued that it was unfair to impose taxes when they had no direct representation in the government making those decisions, which they regarded as a violation of their rights as Englishmen.

2. Dissolution of Colonial Legislatures:

   • Action: King George III frequently dissolved colonial assemblies that opposed his policies. He sought to control colonial governance and reduce the power of local representatives, thereby stifling dissent and sidelining local governance.
   • Grievance in the Declaration of Independence: The Declaration states that the king "has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people." This specific mention illustrates the colonists' frustration with the suppression of their ability to govern themselves and to represent their interests.

3. Use of Military Force Against the Colonies:

   • Action: King George III sent troops to the American colonies to enforce his rule and quell rebellion. The presence of British troops, especially during peacetime, was seen by colonists as an act of oppression and control, particularly when instances like the Boston Massacre occurred.
   • Grievance in the Declaration of Independence: The Declaration highlights grievances against the king for "keeping among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without the Consent of our legislatures." This reflects the colonists' belief that the military was being used against them to enforce the king's rule and undermine their rights and freedoms.

These grievances underscored the significant tensions between the colonies and the British crown, ultimately leading to the declaration of independence and the fight for self-governance.