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What was the primary purpose of the First Continental Congress in 1774?
What was the primary purpose of the First Continental Congress in 1774?
Which action was NOT taken by the First Continental Congress?
Which action was NOT taken by the First Continental Congress?
What was one outcome of the battles of Lexington and Concord?
What was one outcome of the battles of Lexington and Concord?
Which of these was a reason the colonists opposed the Intolerable Acts?
Which of these was a reason the colonists opposed the Intolerable Acts?
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What was a significant aspect of the Quebec Act perceived by the colonists?
What was a significant aspect of the Quebec Act perceived by the colonists?
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What was one provision of the Intolerable Acts concerning Boston Harbor?
What was one provision of the Intolerable Acts concerning Boston Harbor?
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How did the British typically respond to colonial protests like the Boston Tea Party?
How did the British typically respond to colonial protests like the Boston Tea Party?
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What was the Association established by the First Continental Congress?
What was the Association established by the First Continental Congress?
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What was the main purpose of the Second Continental Congress in May 1775?
What was the main purpose of the Second Continental Congress in May 1775?
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Who was appointed commander-in-chief of the Continental Army primarily due to political considerations?
Who was appointed commander-in-chief of the Continental Army primarily due to political considerations?
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What battle is known for demonstrating the American forces' ability to inflict heavy casualties on the British despite their eventual retreat?
What battle is known for demonstrating the American forces' ability to inflict heavy casualties on the British despite their eventual retreat?
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What strategy did George Washington employ during the war that involved tactical retreats and waiting for enemy mistakes?
What strategy did George Washington employ during the war that involved tactical retreats and waiting for enemy mistakes?
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What was one significant weakness faced by the American forces during the war?
What was one significant weakness faced by the American forces during the war?
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Which of the following figures helped train American soldiers during the Revolutionary War?
Which of the following figures helped train American soldiers during the Revolutionary War?
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What was a notable action taken by the Continental Congress to appeal to the British monarchy?
What was a notable action taken by the Continental Congress to appeal to the British monarchy?
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How many German mercenaries, known as Hessians, were hired by George III during the conflict?
How many German mercenaries, known as Hessians, were hired by George III during the conflict?
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What was one of the main arguments made in Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' regarding the nature of governments?
What was one of the main arguments made in Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense' regarding the nature of governments?
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Which event led to the colonists' growing sentiment towards independence, as mentioned in the context provided?
Which event led to the colonists' growing sentiment towards independence, as mentioned in the context provided?
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What was Richard Henry Lee’s significant contribution to the independence movement?
What was Richard Henry Lee’s significant contribution to the independence movement?
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What was the composition of the American population regarding their stance towards Britain during the revolutionary period?
What was the composition of the American population regarding their stance towards Britain during the revolutionary period?
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During which battle did Washington's army successfully escape into New Jersey after facing a significant defeat?
During which battle did Washington's army successfully escape into New Jersey after facing a significant defeat?
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Which key document was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, laying out reasons for American independence?
Which key document was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, laying out reasons for American independence?
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What was a primary reason that the British did not succeed in conquering Canada?
What was a primary reason that the British did not succeed in conquering Canada?
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Which figure was NOT part of the 'Committee of Five' responsible for drafting the Declaration of Independence?
Which figure was NOT part of the 'Committee of Five' responsible for drafting the Declaration of Independence?
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Study Notes
Period 3 (1607-1800)
- France established Quebec in 1608, along the St. Lawrence River.
- Early relationships were good with Huron tribes, helping the Iroquois Confederacy. However, relations with the Iroquois were worse.
- French settlement of the Ohio Valley was prevented.
- New France's growth was slow, reaching 60,000 by 1750 compared to the English colonies' 1.5 million.
- French emigration was not driven by refuge for Huguenots.
- The Edict of Nantes (1589-1685) and French Caribbean colonies were important for sugar crop and trade.
- Modern-day Haiti was a significant and valuable colony.
New France Fans Out
- Beaver pelt hats were popular in Europe.
- Fur trappers (coureurs de bois) and voyageurs traveled deep into the wilderness and along rivers.
- Established better relations with Native Americans through marriage.
Effects on Native Americans
- Gained European goods.
- Alcohol and disease spread unintentionally to the natives.
- Mass slaughter of beavers violated religious customs
Other Events
- Detroit founded in 1701 by Antoine Cadillac.
- Louisiana claimed by France in 1682, explored by Robert de La Salle.
- New Orleans founded in 1718.
- War of Jenkins's Ear (1739): British and Spanish conflict over Caribbean trade.
- King George's War (early 1740s): British colonists were successful but lost captured territory after the treaty.
The Clash of Empires
- French and Indian War (1754-1763)
- France competed with Britain for the Ohio Valley.
- The British built forts along the Ohio River, including Fort Duquesne (Pittsburgh)
- George Washington opened fire on French forces in the beginning of the war.
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Explore the history of New France from its establishment in 1608 to its interactions with Native American tribes. This quiz delves into the role of fur trade, the effects of European colonization, and the significance of economic relationships in colonial times. Test your knowledge on how these dynamics shaped early North America.
