APUSH Unit 2 Terms Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What period is referred to as Salutary Neglect?

1763-1776

1776-1783

1607-1763 (correct)

1783-1791

What economic system is focused on accumulating wealth through exports?

Mercantilism

What did the Sugar Act of 1764 impose tariffs on?

Sugar, wine, coffee, and other imported items

Who was George Grenville?

Prime Minister and successor to William Pitt Signup and view all the answers

Who was King George III?

The King of England Signup and view all the answers

What did the Stamp Act of 1765 place taxes on?

All printed materials Signup and view all the answers

What was established by the Stamp Act Congress in 1765?

A petition to repeal the Stamp Act Signup and view all the answers

What was the Sons of Liberty known for?

Opposing English rule violently Signup and view all the answers

What did the Declaratory Act of 1767 reaffirm?

England's authority to pass any law binding the colonies Signup and view all the answers

What did the Townshend Revenue Act of 1767 tax?

Imports like glass, lead, paints, paper, silk, and tea Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of the Board of Customs Commissioners?

Enforcing trade regulations Signup and view all the answers

Who was Samuel Adams?

A leader of the Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What event is referred to as the Boston Massacre?

A confrontation where British soldiers killed five colonists Signup and view all the answers

What did the Tea Act of 1773 allow the East India Tea Company to do?

Sell directly to American merchants Signup and view all the answers

What was the Boston Tea Party?

Protest against the Tea Act where tea was dumped into the harbor Signup and view all the answers

What were the Coercive Acts also known as?

Intolerable Acts Signup and view all the answers

What did the Quebec Act of 1774 do?

Extended the Canadian border to include the Ohio River Valley Signup and view all the answers

What did John Locke argue in his Two Treatises of Government?

Governments should protect natural rights and can be overthrown if they fail to do so Signup and view all the answers

What was the main argument of Thomas Paine's Common Sense?

The king, not Parliament, was the root of American grievances Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the 1st Continental Congress?

To respond to England's grievances Signup and view all the answers

What did the Albany Plan of Union propose?

An American government with a president appointed by the king Signup and view all the answers

What did the Declaration of Rights and Resolves state?

Americans are entitled to legislate for themselves in internal matters Signup and view all the answers

Who were the participants of the 2nd Continental Congress?

Delegates including Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, and Thomas Jefferson Signup and view all the answers

What was the Olive Branch Petition?

A plea for loyalty to the king and resolution of grievances Signup and view all the answers

What did the Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking up Arms express?

Americans were ready to fight for their liberties Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Loyalists?

Americans loyal to Britain during the Revolutionary War Signup and view all the answers

What did the Prohibitory Act of 1776 do?

Closed all colonial ports and labeled resistance as treason Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Hessians?

German mercenaries hired by King George III Signup and view all the answers

What were Minute Men?

American colonial militia members ready to fight quickly Signup and view all the answers

What was the Peace of Paris of 1783?

The treaty ending the war between America and Britain Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Colonial Relations and Governance

Salutary Neglect occurred from 1607 to 1763, allowing American colonies to operate with independence due to relaxed enforcement of Parliamentary laws.
Mercantilism prioritized the accumulation of wealth through limited imports and maximized exports, focusing on precious metals as a primary resource.
The Sugar Act of 1764 imposed tariffs on imports like sugar and coffee, leading to colonial resistance.
George Grenville succeeded Prime Minister William Pitt and was instrumental in enforcing various legislative acts affecting colonial governance.
King George III's indifference to colonial grievances marked a pivotal point in escalating tensions between Britain and the colonies.

Taxation and Colonial Response

The Stamp Act of 1765 levied taxes on printed materials, provoking widespread anger among colonists.
The Stamp Act Congress of 1765 represented a collective colonial response, petitioning for the repeal of the Stamp Act.
Sons of Liberty emerged as a radical group opposing British authority, known for violent protests and vandalism against tax collectors.
The Declaratory Act of 1767 affirmed Parliament's ability to enact laws binding the colonies, reinforcing British control.
Townshend Revenue Act of 1767 introduced indirect taxes on various imports, igniting further protests among colonists.

Events Leading to Revolution

The Boston Massacre of 1770 escalated tensions, resulting in the death of five colonists when British soldiers fired into a hostile crowd.
The Tea Act of 1773 allowed the East India Tea Company to sell directly to Americans, provoking boycotts due to perceived favoritism.
The Boston Tea Party involved the Sons of Liberty dumping tea into Boston Harbor as a protest against the Tea Act.
Coercive Acts of 1774 (Intolerable Acts) aimed to punish Massachusetts, closing Boston Harbor and limiting self-governance.
The Quebec Act of 1774 expanded Canadian territory, inciting fears of a growing British influence over colonial land claims.

Enlightenment Influence and Revolutionary Ideas

John Locke's "Two Treatises of Government" argued for the social contract and the right to overthrow ineffective governments, influencing revolutionary thought.
Thomas Paine's pamphlet "Common Sense" criticized the monarchy, rallying support for independence and republican governance.

Continental Congresses and Independence

The First Continental Congress convened delegates from twelve colonies to formulate a response to British actions, featuring leaders like John Adams and George Washington.
The Albany Plan of Union proposed a cooperative government structure, though it would remain subordinate to Parliament.
The Declaration of Rights and Resolves asserted colonial rights to self-legislation in taxation matters, limiting Parliament’s power.
The Second Continental Congress included influential figures, shaping the ongoing revolutionary efforts.
The Olive Branch Petition expressed loyalty to King George III, seeking reconciliation, but was ignored.

War and Aftermath

The Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking up Arms indicated a willingness among colonists to fight for their rights.
Loyalists represented a significant faction of the population, opposing revolutionary sentiments and fearing loss of status and property.
The Prohibitory Act of 1776 classified resistance to Britain as treason and enacted a blockade of colonial ports.
Hessians were German mercenaries hired by King George III, but their brutal tactics alienated colonial support for the king.
Minute Men were local militia prepared to respond quickly to British actions, embodying the spirit of resistance.
The Peace of Paris in 1783 officially ended the Revolutionary War, acknowledging American independence while concluding prolonged conflict with Britain.

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Test your knowledge on key terms from APUSH Unit 2. This quiz covers important concepts such as Salutary Neglect and Mercantilism that shaped Colonial America. Perfect for students preparing for the APUSH exam.