Lesson

American Revolution

Lesson Overview

Prior to the 1706s, American colonists remained loyal subjects of Great Britain. However, around the 1760s, problems between Great Britain and the American colonists began to erupt when Great Britain started imposing new laws and taxes on the colonists to pay for their war debt. With no representation in British parliament, American colonists were outraged. As fighting broke out, the American colonists joined together to fought for their independence from Great Britain. 

Duration
1-2 hours

Essential Question

What were the causes and effects of the American Revolution and how did it lead to the formation of the United States of America and American government?

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Other Instructional Materials or Notes:

10, 11

Instructional materials or notes include guide notes, vocabulary, guided questions, causes and effect graphic organizer, political cartoons and images

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