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APUSH Unit 3: Revolution and the EarlyRepublic (1754-1800)
Albany Congress - ANS-A meeting of representatives from 7 out of the 13 colonies of
the British colonies where Franklin plans to unify all 13 colonies under one government
while keeping the Iroquois loyal to the British. "Join or Die" symbolizes colonial disunity
from Albany Congress since colonists disagreed with each other.
Pontiac's Rebellion - ANS-A war in 1763 through a loose confederation of the Great
Lakes, Illinois, and Ohio Indians (and French traders) in opposition to the new policies
that allowed Britain to inhabit the Ohio Country.
Proclamation of 1763 - ANS-issued by London government to prohibit settlements in
areas beyond Appalachians as a result of the tensions between colonists and American
Indians. British colonists would take it the wrong way believing it's another form of
oppression by Britain. Colonist rebelled and marched westward through North Carolina
decreasing the impact of British rule.
Stamp Act - ANS-Act made by British Parliament in 1756 imposing tax on American
colonies mandating use of stamped paper or affixing of stamps. British passed act
because the empire was in great debt after Seven Years' War.
Quartering Act - ANS-Act passed by Britain requiring American colonies to
accommodate British troops with supplies, food, or housing. Another violation of
individual rights and private property of colonies.
No taxation without representation - ANS-A slogan or battle cry that Americans used in
anger of the principles that were being pushed by British Parliament stemming from
Stamp Act
virtual representation - ANS-British response and idea pushed by George Grenville
where every Parliament member encompasses British subjects including American
colonists. Members simply had the well being of the colonists in mind.
Townshend Acts - ANS-series of acts by Britain Parliament in 1767 pushed by Charles
Townshend. Series pushed to put light taxes on lead, paper, paint, and tea. Despite it
being an act that raises revenue in colonies, colonists still viewed this taxation as an
abuse of power.
, Letters from a Farmer in Pennsylvania - ANS-Series of essays written by John
Dickinson including twelve letters largely referenced within the 13 colonies. It helped
unite British colonists together against Townshend Acts. They explain that colonies were
sovereign from Parliament's grasp.
Nonimportation agreements - ANS-Series of commercial restrictions by American
colonists who were complaining and protesting against British empire for revenue
policies. Colonists refused to buy or sell goods to Britain resulting in merchants in
Britain complaining about failing sales.
Sons and Daughters of Liberty - ANS-Secret club that was formed in response to the
Stamp Act including American patriots willing to go beyond to end injustice within
America. The went above the law and stormed into officials' houses and hang and burn
figures. The Sons would do the dirty work while the daughters would create
home-grown clothing rather than clothes provided by Britain.
Samuel Adams - ANS-He founded the Sons of Liberty and represented Massachusetts
in the Continental Congress. celebrated leader and statesman during independence
movements while holding strong patriotic beliefs. He played an important role in
encouraging the rebellion and American Revolution.
Benjamin Franklin - ANS-American leader who played a major role in the independence
movement spreading his own ideas. He plans to unite all colonies in Albany Congress.
He went against Parliament in their enactment of the Stamp Act. He influenced
Congress to go to France negotiating terms of alliance against British in war. He signed
the Treaty of Paris and drafted the Declaration of Independence.
Boston Tea Party - ANS-a protest in December 16, 1773 by band of colonists dressed
as Indians to go against the Tea Act. Led by Samuel Adams, rowed out British ships to
dump out chests of tea into Boston Harbor. held in Massachusetts, core of resistance
from British reign.
Coercive (Intolerable) Acts - ANS-Four acts established by British Parliament in
response to actions of Boston Tea Party. Closed down Harbor until all debt is repaid and
appointed British as government officials.
First Continental Congress - ANS-Meeting between all 13 colonies except Georgie in
Philadelphia of 1774 discussing important matters in relations with England. Idea to
oversee issues between British and approve boycott movements against British goods.
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