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Brinkley's Unfinished Nation: chapter 4-the empire in transition powerpoint

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Chapter 4: The Empire in Transition ?No Taxation Without Representation.? -slogan of the 1750?s and 1760?s Loosening Ties Parliament (which tended to avoid tightening imperial organization) gradually began to establish supremacy over the King. No colonial office in London. Most information London received about the colonies came from colonial assemblies who did not want any interference from England in colonial affairs. The Characters of royal official in the colonies: most were prone to waive their duties if bribed. The strength of colonial legislatures: The legislatures had the power to approve appointments, pass laws and levy taxes for their respective colonies and were responsible for the colonial budget.

Chapter4 -- Unfinished Nation (Brinkley) Reading Focus Questions

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Chapter 4?The Empire in Transition I.Loosening Ties?What kind of control did Great Britain have over its American colonies after the Glorious Revolution? A. A Tradition of Neglect 1. Growing Power of Parliament?Why did Parliament under Walpole not strictly enforce the Navigation Acts? 2. Decentralized Colonial Administration?Why were the administration of the Navigation Acts in America largely unsuccessful? 3. Powerful Colonial Legislatures?What powers did colonial legislatures claim? How did they maintain their powers over the king?s representatives in the colonies? B. The Colonies Divided?During the early 1700s, to whom did the colonists feel most loyal: England or each other? 1. Albany Plan?Who proposed this plan, what was it, and what happened?

Chapter 2 Study Guide Questions

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THE EARLY CHESAPEAKE (34-40) 1. What conditions and circumstances that characterized the first permanent English settlements? 2. What serious difficulties did the Virginia colonists suffer from the moment they landed? 3. After the colony was established, what efforts did the Virginia Company make to attract settlers and make the colonists more happy and productive? 4. Explain the importance of tobacco in the development of the Virginia colony. 5. What led to Virginia's becoming a royal colony? 6. The survival of Jamestown was, in the end, largely the result of what? 7. What were the origins of the colony of Maryland? How did Maryland's early development differ from that of Virginia? 8. What were the origins of the political turmoil in Virginia during the 1670s?

Important dates and results from 1619-1776

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1619: The House of Burgesses was created in this year, which set the precedent of direct representation in government. This model was followed throughout all of the rest of the colonies subsequently. Throughout the 1760?s and 1770?s, the constant imposition of power by the king was so angering to the colonists because they were so used to having their say in government. ?Finally, after the ?Day of Fasting and Prayer,? the House was dissolved by Parliament, and with it, any hope of reconciliation with Britain.

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Ms. Wise AICE U.S. HISTORY Chapter 6, 7 and 8 Study Guide *ANSWER ON A SEPARATE PIECE OF PAPER 1 & 2. What was the reason for Britain needing to control the Ohio Valley? What was the reason for France needing to control the Ohio Valley? Ohio Valley was enriched with various things like the wildlife and powerful economy assets which has become a bone of dispute between the two countries. Since, French had already established their control in the area with the passage of time, they claimed it theirs. Conversely, British had the exact same claim. Consequently, both clashed for attainting control of the valley which has then resulted in a conflict known as the French Indian War. 2. What was the Seven Years? War known as?

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CHAPTER 8: AMERICA SECEDES FROM THE EMPIRE: 1775?1783 Congress Drafts George Washington Know: Second Continental Congress, George Washington 41. Why was George Washington chosen as general of the American army? Bunker Hill and Hessian Hirelings Know: Ethan Allen, Benedict Arnold, Fort Ticonderoga, Bunker Hill, Redcoats, Olive Branch Petition, Hessians 42. George III "slammed the door on all hope of reconciliation." How and why? The Abortive Conquest of Canada Know: Richard Montgomery 43. Did the fighting go well for Americans before July of 1776? Explain. Thomas Paine Preaches Common Sense 44. Why was Common Sense important? Paine and the Idea of "Republicanism" Know: Republic, Natural Aristocracy 45. Why did Paine want a democratic republic?

American Nation Drum (2005 ed)Mid sch class noted

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The New England Colonies 1) List each colony in your region, year founded, and the founder below. Name of Colony Year Founded Founder 1. 2. 3. 4. 2) Give a brief description of why these colonies were founded. ? ? 3) List three geographical characteristics of each colony. Name of Colony Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic 1. 2. 3. 4) What role did religion play in the development of your region? ? 5) What methods did they use to cure or deal with illnesses? ? 6) Describe their economic conditions of the region. ? 7) Describe slavery in your region or the attitude towards it.

CH 2 and 3 questions

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Chapter 2 Questions THE EARLY CHESAPEAKE (34-40) 1. What conditions and circumstances characterized the first permanent English settlements? 2. What serious difficulties did the Virginia colonists suffer from the moment they landed? 3. After the colony was established, what efforts did the Virginia Company make to attract settlers and make the colonists more happy and productive? 4. Explain the importance of tobacco in the development of the Virginia colony. 5. What led Virginia to become a royal colony? 6. The survival of Jamestown was, in the end, largely the result of what? 7. What were the origins of the colony of Maryland? How did Maryland's early development differ from that of Virginia?

Chapter 2 QUIZ answers

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American History: Connecting with the Past, 14th Edition (Brinkley)American History: Connecting with the Past, 14th Edition (Brinkley) Chapter 2: Chapter 2: TRANSPLANTATIONS AND BORDERLANDSTRANSPLANTATIONS AND BORDERLANDS Multiple Choice QuizMultiple Choice Quiz Results ReporterResults Reporter Out of 23 questions, you answered 7 correctly with a final grade of 30% 7 correct (30%) 16 incorrect (70%) 0 unanswered (0%) Your Results:Your Results: The correct answer for each question is indicated by a . 11 INCORRECTINCORRECT Which of the following did NOT shape the character of English settlements in America? A)A) The colonies were business enterprises. B)B) The colonies adopted native agricultural techniques. C)C)

Chapter 2 QUIZ answers

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American Revolution
Plymouth Colony

American History: Connecting with the Past, 14th Edition (Brinkley)American History: Connecting with the Past, 14th Edition (Brinkley) Chapter 2: Chapter 2: TRANSPLANTATIONS AND BORDERLANDSTRANSPLANTATIONS AND BORDERLANDS Multiple Choice QuizMultiple Choice Quiz Results ReporterResults Reporter Out of 23 questions, you answered 7 correctly with a final grade of 30% 7 correct (30%) 16 incorrect (70%) 0 unanswered (0%) Your Results:Your Results: The correct answer for each question is indicated by a . 11 INCORRECTINCORRECT Which of the following did NOT shape the character of English settlements in America? A)A) The colonies were business enterprises. B)B) The colonies adopted native agricultural techniques. C)C)

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