APUSH unit 3
Explain why 1754 is a major turning point in American history - ANS-Debates about
possession of the Ohio River Valley resulted in French and Indian War. This war
reflected colonist's political maturity
British-French Wars key points (3) - ANS-British and French fought multiple wars for
control of land in the Americas, South Asia, and Europe. British won, setting colonists
free of worries about French attacks. Colonists became more confident
How did the relationship between Britain and her colonies change from 1754-1800? -
ANS-Colonists became annoyed with Brtiain, since the French and Indian War left
Britain in debt, taxing colonists unfairly to make up for it
Colonial Independence key points (2) - ANS-British taxed colonists to generate more
revenue to pay for fund of French and Indian War. Colonists did not want to pay, instead
wanting self-governance
What inspired the American Revolution? (2) - ANS-British attempt to take greater
control of the colonies, colonists revolt because of this unfair treatment, as well as the
taxes from Britain. Colonists wanted to form their own governing system
The Articles of Confederation and the Constitution key points (2) - ANS-National
government was too weak, resulting in their replacement with the constitution, with
strong system of governing (strong central government and reserved powers for states).
implementation of Bill of Rights guaranteed basic freedoms
Why was the Articles of Confederation replaced with the new constitution? - ANS-They
caused the national government to be weak, with no power to enforce laws and no court
system. Americans noticed this, thereby proposing the constitution
Conflicting Views of Government key points (2) - ANS-disputes occured on many topics
concerning government between leaders of the new government system.
Democratic-Republicans defeat federalists in 1800 election
What was the argument of Democratic-Republicans? - ANS-They wanted stronger state
governments
, What was the argument of Federalists? - ANS-They wanted a stronger federal
government
What was the result of conflicting view on politics during Washington's presidency? (2) -
ANS-Two parties emerged: Democratic-Republican and Federalists. Although
Federalists are not a party anymore, their ideas have lasting effects on politicians and
judges today
Changes in Economics, Politics, and Culture After Constitution key points (2) - ANS-U.S
had to defend borders on land and ships at sea because British, French, and Spanish
claimed North American territory. New cultures were formed when the U.S was
established as a country
How did migration patterns affect the U.S? - ANS-Conflicts arose as Native Americans
had disputes with those moving West for economic opportunities
Important events from 1754-1763 - ANS-The French and Indian War begins and
British's Proclamation of 1763 puts boundaries on colonial Westward expansion
Important event in 1776 - ANS-The Declaration of Independence marks separation from
Great Britain
Important events in 1783 - ANS-The Revolutionary War finally ends as the Treaty of
Paris is signed
Important event in 1789 - ANS-George Washington officially becomes the first President
of the United States
Empires at War, 1689-1763 key ideas (2) - ANS-Britain, France, and Spain competing
for power and land. North America competing over sugar producing islands and fur
trade with American Indians
The First Three Wars of Empires at War - ANS-King William's War, Queen Ann's War,
King George's War
What was King William's War? - ANS-Failed attempt by the British to capture Canada
What was Queen Ann's War? - ANS-Britain gains Nova Scotia and trading rights in
Spanish America
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