British
Definition
The term "British" refers to anything related to the United Kingdom, particularly England. In AP US History, it often refers to the English settlers and government during the colonial period and Revolutionary War.
Analogy
Think of the British in AP US History as a strict parent who sets up rules (laws) for their child (the American colonies). Eventually, this child grows up (American Revolution) and decides they want independence from their parent's control.
Related terms
Colonialism: This is a policy or practice by which a country increases its power by gaining control over other areas of the world. The British practiced colonialism when they established colonies in America.
Mercantilism: An economic theory that trade generates wealth and is stimulated by the accumulation of profitable balances. The British used this system with their American colonies, controlling trade to benefit themselves.
Revolutionary War: A war fought from 1775-1783 between Great Britain and thirteen of its North American colonies, which declared themselves as independent United States of America.
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Practice Questions (6)
Which conflict led to the French losing control of North America to the British?
What economic theory practiced by the British held that a country's power was directly related to its wealth?
Why did the British begin importing African slaves into colonial territories?
How might the American Revolution have been affected if the British had rescinded all controversial taxes before 1765?
What would likely have been an alternative outcome if the British had won the Battle of Saratoga during the American Revolution?
What might have been a possible outcome if the British had won the Battle of Saratoga during the American Revolution?
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