The Revolution Begins Answers

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Why did the British want to capture Bunker Hill?

The British wanted more land.

The Americans stored weapons there.

Boston could easily be attacked from it.

How did the Continental Congress try to avoid war with Britain?

They pointed out everything they disliked about British rule.

They asked the king to address their complaints.

They built up the Continental army.

How did Britain respond to America’s attempts at reconciliation in 1775? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Passed the Prohibitory Act

Set all enslaved persons free

Rejected the Olive Branch Petition

Closed American ports to overseas trade

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