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Why did the American colonists go to war in 1776 to gain their independence from English rule?
Why did the American colonists go to war in 1776 to gain their independence from English rule?
The American colonists went to war to gain their independence because they found living under English rule intolerable.
What kind of representation did the English people have in Parliament at that time?
What kind of representation did the English people have in Parliament at that time?
The English people had representatives in Parliament who advised the king.
How did the colonial governments handle problems that came up in the mid-1700s?
How did the colonial governments handle problems that came up in the mid-1700s?
The colonial governments took care of problems themselves, as they had grown stronger and more used to being in control.
What was the situation of the 13 colonies and their governments by the mid-1700s?
What was the situation of the 13 colonies and their governments by the mid-1700s?
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What did the King of England probably think about his role compared to the people settling the American colonies?
What did the King of England probably think about his role compared to the people settling the American colonies?
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What was the main reason for the American colonists to go to war in 1776?
What was the main reason for the American colonists to go to war in 1776?
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What role did the colonial governments play in handling problems that arose in the mid-1700s?
What role did the colonial governments play in handling problems that arose in the mid-1700s?
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What kind of representation did the English people have in Parliament during the 1600s?
What kind of representation did the English people have in Parliament during the 1600s?
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What was the situation of the 13 colonies and their governments by the mid-1700s?
What was the situation of the 13 colonies and their governments by the mid-1700s?
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What was the primary reason for the American colonists' dissatisfaction with the English rule?
What was the primary reason for the American colonists' dissatisfaction with the English rule?
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