10 Questions
During which century did the colonies experience substantial growth and prosperity?
18th century
Which colony was the first to be established by the British?
Virginia
What were the colonies initially sought after for?
Gold reserves
What led to a surge in immigration and rapid population growth in the colonies?
Availability of land and resources
What percentage of the North American continent did the 13 British colonies encompass?
20 percent
According to the British perspective, how were the American colonies viewed?
As subordinate to the king and parliament
What did American revolutionaries emphasize in their perspective?
Their political independence
What did many American revolutionaries believe regarding laws in the colonies?
Laws should be created by the colonial assemblies
According to the British perspective, what authority did the American colonies lack?
The authority to reject British laws
What did the American revolutionaries believe should be the focus of the colonial assemblies?
Domestic matters like taxes and crime
Test your knowledge of the American Revolution and the 13 British colonies that played a crucial role in its backdrop. Explore the founding and evolution of these colonies, their original motivations, and the events that led to the Revolution.
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