My evil history teacher assigned us a project (that is a major grade) where we have to find 20 causes of the American Revolution. They must begin with the French and Indian War and end with Lexington and Concord, and I only have 13. Help? =)
If you post the 13 causes you have found, we'll be glad to help you find the other 7 causes.
Look into the history of banks and money
To find the remaining 7 causes of the American Revolution, let's start with the ones you have already found and identify some potential areas to explore further. Please share the 13 causes you have discovered so far.
Additionally, you mentioned looking into the history of banks and money. While this may not necessarily directly relate to the causes of the American Revolution, understanding the economic factors and financial situation during that time can certainly provide valuable insights. Investigating topics such as colonial trade, taxation, currency issues, and economic policies can help in identifying additional causes of the Revolution.
Some other areas you can explore to find the remaining causes include:
1. Colonial resentment towards British policies and interference.
2. The imposition of taxes on the colonies, such as the Stamp Act, Sugar Act, and Townshend Acts.
3. Lack of colonial representation in the British Parliament.
4. Intolerable Acts and the repressive measures taken by the British government in response to the Boston Tea Party and other acts of resistance.
5. The influence of Enlightenment ideas and concepts of natural rights, liberty, and self-government.
6. Restrictive trade policies and limitations on colonial economic growth.
7. The role of influential American figures and organizations, such as Samuel Adams, the Sons of Liberty, and colonial newspapers in fostering revolutionary sentiments.
By researching these areas, examining primary sources like letters, political pamphlets, and historical accounts, and analyzing the events leading up to Lexington and Concord, you should be able to identify the remaining 7 causes required for your project. Good luck!