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The Colonies Develop, Prosper, & Begin to Question Leadership

Explore why the American colonists revolted against the British government through the influences of the Enlightenment, the French and Indian War, and increased taxation. Discover the events and ideas that ignited the fire of revolution in the 1700s.

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The Colonies Develop, Prosper, & Begin to Question Leadership

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  1. Why did the colonists in America revolt against the British government? The Colonies Develop, Prosper, & Begin to Question Leadership

  2. I. The Enlightenment & It’s Effects A. Reason & scientific method are used to find the truth B. Question traditional authority (Gov’t & religion) C. When the British start treating the Colonists badly, these ideas light the fire of revolution! 1700s Highly influenced T. Jefferson in the future!

  3. 1. Make your chart (4 x 7)2. Work with a partner to fill in the columns

  4. Enlightenment Influences

  5. 1754-1763 II. French and Indian War (aka 7 Years War) A. English (incl. Colonists) vs. French 1. Ohio River Valley = disputed land B. Most Nat. Amer. allied w/ French C. Colonists, led by Gen. George Washington, were initially defeated 1. Washington notices weaknesses in his Army Hmm… that might be helpful for the future! Who’s that guy on the horse?

  6. D. British eventually win the War! 1. British ally with Iroquois and defeat the French E. 1763, Treaty of Paris: 1. Britain expands Colonial land, but Colonists cannot move west of the Appalachian Mtns. a. Native Americans forced to move W. F. British raise taxes on colonists to pay for “their” war

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