Chapter 5 Critical Thinking Flashcards
(6 cards)
What were some of the reasons for rivalry between French and English in North America? How did this war help to unite colonists?
Rivalry was over territory, fur trade with Indians and fishing rights
Repeated failure of British military forced colonists to unite to defend against French and Indians
Why did British have difficult time defeating French and Indians? How did Braddock’s pride lead to his downfall?
British fought in open, French and Indians behind trees and rocks, British in straight lines in bright red coats with fife, drum and bagpipe
Braddock refused to take Washington’s advice to fight like French and Indians and Braddock was fatally wounded in battle near Fort Duquesne
Why did the American colonist view himself as American rather than Englishman?
Spiritual differences, military and economic differences, harsh regulation of colonial politics and industry on part of British
In what ways was God’s blessing evident in America? Why did America receive such a blessing from God?
Colonists well-fed, healthy, no famine or food shortage like in Europe, spirit of unity and hope in colonies
Many had turned to God in Great Awakening
Why did the colonists feel like “second class” citizens in the British empire?
Improper representation in British Parliament, grievances waited long periods of time, requests went unheard, treated as insignificant part of vast empire
What important long lasting results came out of Great Awakening? How did this prepare colonists for liberty and independence?
Gave colonists sense of morality and love for peace, law, order
Helped hasten development of political freedom in America
Drew American people together
