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During the American Revolutionary Period, the colonists organized resistance to British control in numerous ways. Before the outbreak of actual hostilities, they collected and stored arms, made plans for mobilization, and wrote then circulated documents which drummed up patriotic fervor while also articulating the basis for a new government and nation. All of these same activities continued once the war formally began, with the addition of the formation of an actual government and of armies trained to secure independence through military action.

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Because the colonies were beginning to rebel against british taxes?

the colonies did not think it was fair


What two choices did the colonists have concerning their relationship with Great Britain?

The two choices the colonists had were either to submit or rebel against British rule. As the relationship between the colonists and Great Britain began to strain, the British continued their policy of taxation without representation. This angered the colonials and ultimately led to the War of Independence. While many colonials had no choice but to surrender to British rule, it would be the rebels and patriots that rallied the masses against tyrannical British law in the colonies.


What was a difference between government in Colonial America and government in other British colonies?

The American colonies had direct representation through assemblies.Had direct representation through assemblesA difference between government in Britain and government in colonial America was that the colonies were not represented by British parliament.


What did the British try to do after failing to take control of New England?

After failing to control the New England and Middle colonies, the British focused on the southern colonies. It was believed at the time that there were a great many loyalists there, who could hopefully be recruited to assist the British against the patriots.


What makes the 13 colonies alike?

They all delt with farming. The thirteen Colonies were British Colonies in North America which rebelled against British rule in 1775. A government was formed and they were proclamed independent on July 4, 1776, and became the original 13 united states.