Reasons for Revolt

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According to the British King and bureaucracy, the colonists were acting like spoiled children. According to the colonists, the British were overbearing, over-taxing, and ignoring their grievances. Take the perspective of American colonists, and explain why the British colonies in North America revolted.

Below are some of the items to consider:

  • The colonial relationship to the British before/after the French and Indian War
  • The acts passed by the British government
  • The grievances stated in the Declaration of Independence
  • The events that escalated the division between the Crown and the Colonists.

Choose one of the two perspectives to defend in an essay (American colonists or British government). Complete a 2-3 page paper according to CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA Requirements. Each paper should include at least four paragraphs: an introduction, a body with at least two fully developed paragraphs, and a conclusion