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Which event caused delegates from the American colonies to meet in Philadelphia as members of the First Continental Congress?
The Coercive Acts
What was the main purpose of the First Continental Congress?
To discuss the actions of the British government in America
Which colony did the Coercive Acts primarily target?
Massachusetts
What were some of the provisions of the Coercive Acts?
Protecting British officials from trial in Pennsylvania courts
How did the colonists respond to the Coercive Acts?
They sent supplies to Massachusetts and grew more determined for independence
Test your knowledge of the First Continental Congress and the events leading up to it with this quiz. Explore the actions of the British government in America, the Coercive Acts, and the key decisions made by the delegates during the Congress.
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