American Revolution
Grade 5•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can list three reasons why the American colonists wanted independence from Great Britain.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 4 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Name three events that demonstrate the growing conflict between the American colonists and Great Britain.
2. Explain why the colonists felt that "taxation without representation" was unfair.
3. Which of the following was NOT a reason the colonists wanted independence? A) They lacked representation in British Parliament. B) They were forced to quarter British soldiers in their homes. C) They wanted to establish a monarchy. D) They resented British taxes.
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