1. Explain the reasons for the tension between the British Empire and its American colonies. 2. Discuss the nature of the grievances over the British empire’s taxes on the colonies. 3. Explain the meaning of the slogan “No Taxation without Representation”. 4. Identify the historical role played by the Correspondence Committees during the American Revolutionary War. 5. Discuss the role of the Second Continental Congress during the American Revolutionary war. 6. Describe the steps taken by the Continental Congress after declaring independence from the British Empire. 7. Explain the major themes and ideas espoused by Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence. 8. Explain the historical origins and purpose of The Articles of Confederation. 9. Discuss how power was distributed and enforced under the Articles of Confederation. 10. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. 11. Discuss the historical conditions that prompted Shay’s Rebellion and its impact on the Articles of Confederation. 12. Discuss the impact of the Annapolis Convention on the U.S. Constitution. 

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