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Match the following events with their chronological order:
Stamp Act = 1 Boston Massacre = 2 Boston Tea Party = 3 Battle of Lexington and Concord = 4 Battle of Bunker Hill = 5 Signing of the Declaration of Independence = 6 Battle of Saratoga = 7 Washington's Victory at Yorktown = 8
What was the first event in the list?
Stamp Act
What event occurred second?
Boston Massacre
What event followed the Boston Massacre?
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What was the fourth event?
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What event occurred fifth?
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What was the sixth event on the list?
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What event happened seventh?
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What was the last event in the chronological order?
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Study Notes
Key Events Leading to American Independence
- Stamp Act: Imposed in 1765, it required colonists to pay a tax on every piece of printed paper, igniting widespread protests and resistance.
- Boston Massacre: Occurred in 1770, when British soldiers shot and killed five colonists during a confrontation, escalating anti-British sentiment.
- Boston Tea Party: In 1773, colonists protested against the Tea Act by dumping 342 chests of British tea into Boston Harbor, demonstrating defiance against British taxation.
- Battle of Lexington and Concord: Fought in April 1775, these battles marked the start of armed conflict between Britain and the American colonies, often referred to as "the shot heard 'round the world."
- Battle of Bunker Hill: Took place in June 1775, this early battle demonstrated that colonial forces could stand up to the British army, despite ultimately losing the position.
- Signing of the Declaration of Independence: On July 4, 1776, this document officially declared the colonies' independence from Britain, outlining grievances against the crown and asserting the right to self-govern.
- Battle of Saratoga: Fought in 1777, this decisive American victory is considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War that secured French support for the colonies.
- Washington's Victory at Yorktown: In 1781, General George Washington's forces, with French allies, defeated the British army, effectively ending major combat operations in the Revolutionary War.
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Test your knowledge on the pivotal events that led to American independence from British rule. This quiz covers essential moments such as the Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, and significant battles that shaped the revolutionary era. Dive into the history of defiance and conflict that paved the way for a new nation.
