Road to the Revolution

Stamp ActBoston Tea PartyBoston Massacre

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By: Paul Volkman

Boston Tea Party Picture

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Boston Tea PartyThis was a response by Colonial patriots to the

Tea Act, another British law passed that taxed colonists heavily on tea

The participants disguised themselves as Mohawk Indians, and raided tea ships in the Boston Harbor, dumping thousands of dollars worth of tea overboard

Of course, this did not sit well with the King, as he passed even more legislation cracking down on the American colonies

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Boston Massacre Picture

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Boston MassacreThis even took place in Boston in 1770

Here, 5 colonists were killed by British soldiers stationed in the city

There are many theories as to what happened, however most suggest that the killings stemmed from something not so serious

This enraged colonists who viewed this as a major turning point to their alliance with the king

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Stamp ActThe Stamp Act was passed by British Parliament

It required colonists pay a tax on items such as playing cards, marriage licenses, and various other paper products

This caused colonists to become very upset, as they felt it was unjust to be taxed on everyday items without having representation in the British government

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Quiz YourselfHow many people Died in the Boston Massacre?

A.) 5 B.) 3

What Indian Tribe did colonists dress as when participating in the Boston Tea Party?

A.) Blackhawk B.) Mohawk

What type of products did the Stamp Act generally regulate?

A.) Paper Products B.) Leather Products

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