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Which of the following best describes the focus of the constitutional/legal explanation for the American Revolution?
Which of the following best describes the focus of the constitutional/legal explanation for the American Revolution?
- Desire for unrestricted westward expansion
- Frustration with economic constraints imposed by Britain
- Opposition to taxation without representation and infringement of rights (correct)
- A belief in the right to determine their own political future
The economic explanation for the American Revolution primarily focuses on the colonists' desire to trade freely without British constraints.
The economic explanation for the American Revolution primarily focuses on the colonists' desire to trade freely without British constraints.
True (A)
According to the content, why are those studying Canadian history interested in the American War of Independence?
According to the content, why are those studying Canadian history interested in the American War of Independence?
It led to loyalists migrating to Canada
The colonists' belief that the British were out to get them and take advantage of them is best described as ______.
The colonists' belief that the British were out to get them and take advantage of them is best described as ______.
Which of the following best reflects the British justification for their actions towards the 13 colonies?
Which of the following best reflects the British justification for their actions towards the 13 colonies?
The presence of a large British military force in Nova Scotia and Halifax played a part in their decision not to join the American War of Independence.
The presence of a large British military force in Nova Scotia and Halifax played a part in their decision not to join the American War of Independence.
Match the following factors with reasons why Quebec did not participate in the American War of Independence:
Match the following factors with reasons why Quebec did not participate in the American War of Independence:
Which of the following best describes the social case for the American Revolution?
Which of the following best describes the social case for the American Revolution?
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Proclamation Act of 1763
Proclamation Act of 1763
Forbade colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains without British permission.
Quebec Act of 1774
Quebec Act of 1774
Extended Quebec's boundary, upsetting colonists who wanted that land, and preserved French Catholic culture.
Taxation Without Consultation
Taxation Without Consultation
The belief that being taxed without representation in British Parliament was a violation of rights.
Social Case for Rebellion
Social Case for Rebellion
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Economic Case for Rebellion
Economic Case for Rebellion
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Loyalists in Canada
Loyalists in Canada
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Colonial Paranoia
Colonial Paranoia
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British Justification for Actions
British Justification for Actions
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Study Notes
- Three explanations account for the rebellion in the 13 colonies.
Constitutional/Legal Case
- Taxation without colonial consultation infringed upon their rights.
- Colonists believed they had rights due to the Glorious Revolution.
Social Case
- Colonists asserted their rights as human beings to determine their own political future.
- They desired freedom and self-determination.
Economic Case
- The colonial economy outgrew British constraints.
- Entrepreneurs wanted to trade freely, unconstrained by Britain.
War of Independence Significance to Canadian History
- The war led to Loyalists relocating to Canada.
- English Protestants moved to areas with a majority of French Catholics, raising questions about Canadian identity.
Reasons for Colonial Upset After the Seven Years’ War
- Oppression and paranoia arose among colonists.
- The Proclamation prevented westward expansion without permission.
British Justification for Actions Towards the Colonies
- Taxes collected from the colonies helped pay the national debt.
- Britain viewed the colonies as an extension of British territory that should contribute to the debt.
Reasons for Nova Scotia and Quebec Not Participating in the American War of Independence
Halifax + Nova Scotia
- A large British military presence maintained peace due to the proximity of the giant British Navy.
People of Quebec
- The Quebec Act expanded their territory, reassuring them that the British weren't trying to deport them.
- They feared being overwhelmed by English Protestants if they joined the rebellion.
- The Catholic Church warned against joining, deeming it not in their best interest.
- Americans tried to invade them to preserve their French Catholic culture.
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Description
The rebellion in the 13 colonies can be attributed to constitutional, social, and economic factors. Colonists felt their rights were violated through taxation without representation. They also sought freedom and self-determination as their economy outgrew British constraints.
