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What was John Locke's main idea promoted?
The concept of self-government and self-determination
What was the primary reason for the American Colonies wanting to break free from Great Britain?
To rebel against unjust rulers
What is one of the 'unalienable Rights' mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness
What was the population of the colonies in 1700?
250,000
Who was the ruler of Great Britain from 1760 to 1820?
King George III
What was the primary reason for the Great Britain to impose taxes on the American colonies?
To pay for the costs of the French and Indian War
What was the main argument of the colonists against the Stamp Act?
They felt they had no representation in the British Parliament
What was the significance of the Boston Tea Party in 1773?
It was a protest against the British taxation policies
Who was the author of the Declaration of Independence in 1776?
Thomas Jefferson
What was the outcome of the French and Indian War for the British?
They gained most of the French colonies in North America
Review the causes and effects of the American Revolution, understanding why the American Colonies wanted to break free of Great Britain. Explore the influence of the Enlightenment and John Locke's ideas on self-government and self-determination.
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