Causes of the American Revolution

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Objective

I can explain the causes of the American Revolution.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:16

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

10 questions

1

What event significantly contributed to the British government being in debt, leading to increased taxation of the American colonies?

2

What was the main reason the colonists protested against British taxes?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Name three causes of the American Revolution as discussed in the video.

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