Analyzing Wars of Independence
Learning Objective
I can analyze the causes and consequences of a specific independence war.
Key Concepts
The Seven Years' War, also known as the French and Indian War in America, was primarily about economics and control of land and resources.
The British victory in the Seven Years' War led to territorial changes, with Britain gaining Canada from France and Florida from Spain, but the biggest losers were the Native Americans.
The Great Awakening was a revitalization of religious feeling that undermined traditional authority and contributed to a breakdown in respect for authority, which was one of the keys in the American Revolution.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 3 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Explain how mercantilism contributed to the Seven Years' War.
2. What was the Proclamation Line of 1763, and what were its consequences?
3. Which of the following best describes the impact of the Seven Years' War on the relationship between the American colonies and Great Britain?
Educational Video
The Seven Years War and the Great Awakening: Crash Course US History #5
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