Boston's Path to Revolution

Brooke·

History

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Grade Level8th Grade

SubjectHistory

Original Prompt

create a lesson on the boston massacre and boston tea party

This learning resource explores critical events leading to the American Revolution, focusing on the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. Students will analyze British economic policies post-French and Indian War, including the Sugar Act, Stamp Act, and Townshend Acts, as well as the reactions from the colonists. Through guided notes and timeline activities, learners will examine the causes and effects of key events, understand different perspectives surrounding these conflicts, and articulate their thoughts on colonial grievances related to taxation and representation. The resource also includes vocabulary and prompts for analyzing historical images, enhancing critical thinking about the factors that fueled revolutionary sentiments.