APUSH Period 3: 1754-1800 Flashcards
7 Years War
French and Indian War
1754-1763
War between British Colonies and New France, backed up with Native American Allies. Began with disputes over confluence
The American Revolution
1765-1783
Thirteen colonies rejected British Monarchy and Aristocracy
Thomas Paine’s Common Sense
1775
Pamphlet that inspired colonies to fight for independence. Explained reasons in common language so everyone could understand.
Declaration of Independence
1776
Stated that 13 colonies were independent sovereign states and no longer a part of British empire.
John Adams
2nd President
Advocate of Independence, enlightenment political theorist, peace treaty with Britain.
Peace Treaty
Treaty of Paris
1783
Between Britain and United States of America
Articles of Confederation
1777
Established that the United States of America was a confederation of sovereign states and served as it’s first constitution.
Northwest Land Ordinance
1785
Congress did not have power to raise revenue by direct taxation of the US inhabitants. Raised money through the sale of land in west territory.
Bill of Rights
Name for first ten amendments
The Great Compromise
Sherman’s Compromise
1787
defined the legislative structure and representations of each state
3/5 Compromise
1787
between north and south states on whether states should be counted when determining state population for legislative representation and taxing.
Farewell Address
1796
Washington’s address advised to get involved with foreign affairs
Republican Motherhood
Women uphold ideas of republicanism which reinforced ideas of domestic women life be separate from men’s work, but still be educated at the same time.
French Revolution
1789-1799
Inspired radical and liberal ideas, social and political upheaval, Enlightenment.
Intolerable Acts
1774
Acts passed by British government as a response to Boston tea party.
