British rule over Colonists
Following the 6 year war between England and France, explain how British rule over the colonists became more apparent. Be sure to explain the two taxes imposed by the British, and how this lead to resistance among the colonists. Prior to the American Revolution, explain some of the specific displays of resistance to British rule by the Colonists, as well as to explain the organized efforts by Colonial legislatures that eventually organized the Continental Congress in opposition to British rule.
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Discussion Question: Following the 6-year war between England and France, explain how British rule over the colonists became more apparent. Be sure to explain the two taxes imposed by the British and how this led to resistance among the colonists. Prior to the American Revolution, explain some of the specific displays of resistance to British rule by the Colonists, as well as to explain the organized efforts by Colonial legislatures that eventually organized the Continental Congress in opposition to British rule.
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Britain wanted to expand its control into the western territories following the war between England and France. These two countries were in competing conflict on who would gain the superior power. During the first years of the war…
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