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BACKGROUND Perspective and Context When the Colonists first arrived, they governed themselves. Following the French and Indian War, England was in debt, and King George decided to tax the Colonists to raise money. The Stamp Act of 1765 was a direct tax imposed by the British Parliament specifically on the colonies of British America. The act required that many printed materials in the colonies be produced on stamped paper produced in London and carrying an embossed revenue stamp. Common Sense, written by Thomas Paine, presented the American colonists with a powerful argument for independence from Britain rule. Paine wrote and reasoned in a style that common people understood. In 1773, the Boston Tea Party was a direct act, by the Colonists, against taxes levied by King George.

“Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” Debate and Diplomacy in the Declaration of Independence THESIS: The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, after debates between the Patriots and Loyalists, plus diplomatic efforts. The immediate impact was the Revolutionary War, during which the American Colonies fought for and won the right to be a free nation. The long-term consequences of the Declaration of Independence include a nation which has represented freedom to the rest of the world for more than 200 years, serving as inspiration to others who found themselves desiring freedom, and an escape from tyranny. DEBATE Patriots Vs. Loyalists DIPLOMACY Colonies were already independent King was already making war France and Spain would help the Colonies “It will be impossible that all men should ever become of one sentiment on any question.” Middle Colonies against independence Some Colonies might secede Worried about the unknown Friends and family still in England Franklin talked to France about supporting Colonies To appease South Carolina and Georgia, slavery was not addressed

Immediate Impact Revolutionary War Articles of Confederation Constitution and Bill of Rights Long-Term Consequences The United States of America Represents Independence and Liberty to the Entire World, and has Served as Inspiration to Many Who Seek Freedom from Oppression 1789 – French Revolution 1863 – Emancipation Proclamation Women’s Suffrage Martin Luther King, Jr.'s “I Have a Dream” Speech Tiananmen Square protests in Beijing, China Millions of Immigrants have Risked their Lives to Travel to America, in Hopes of Living the American Dream

Outline for Script BASIC SCRIPTS OUTLINE OPTION for performances/documentaries and OUTLINE for historical papers **TIP * * The more detailed your outline, the easier it is to write your script/paper Introduction and thesis statement Background A. Historical Perspective Context Debate and/or Diplomacy Information A Successes/Failures (short-term impact) A. B. C. D. Consequences (long-term significance) A. B. C. D. Conclusion and re-statement of thesis

OUTLINE for Scripts (performance & documentary) Introduction “Midnight Ride of Paul Revere” THESIS: The Declaration of Independence was adopted on July 4, 1776, after debates between the Patriots and Loyalists, as well as additional diplomatic efforts. The immediate impact was the Revolutionary War, during which the American Colonies fought for and won the right to be a free nation. The long-term consequences of the Declaration of Independence include a nation which has represented freedom to the rest of the world for more than 200 years, serving as inspiration to others who found themselves desiring freedom, and an escape from tyranny.

Background A. Colonies, at first, governed themselves B. England won French & Indian War 1. Needed money to pay debts 2. King George III decided taxing Colonists was best way to raise funds a. Stamp Act b. Quartering Act c. Boston Tea Party 3. Thomas Paine’s publication “Common Sense” 4. King George sent troops in during ‘Peacetime’

Debate A. Patriots 1. Colonies already independent 2. Colonies no longer needed to be loyal, since King and Parliament made war 3. France and Spain would support Colonies 4. Shouldn’t wait for unanimity, because it can never happen B. Loyalists 1. Middle Colonies against independence 2. Timing wasn’t right, additional time needed for decision 3. Some Colonies might secede 4. Many still had family and friends in Britain, wanted to stay loyal to home country

Diplomacy A. Ben Franklin traveled to France to enlist their help B. Even though Jefferson wanted to include slavery as one of grievances, was omitted from the final draft to appease South Carolina and Georgia C. Following war, Treaty of Paris

Immediate Impact A. Failures 1. Had to fight Revolutionary War 2. Articles of Confederation B. Successes 1. Won independence 2. Constitution and Bill of Rights

Long-Term Significance (Consequences) A. America represents freedom to the entire world B. Millions of immigrants C. Inspiration to others suffering oppression D. French Revolution E. Emancipation Proclamation F. Women’s Suffrage Movements G. MLK Jr.’s “Dream” speech H. Tiananmen Square protest Conclusion: Summary & Restate Thesis

Script Example for Rights & Responsibilities Introduction and thesis statement Background (setting the stage) A. Historical Perspective Context Rights/Responsibilities (whichever is first chronologically) A B. Rights/Responsibilities (whichever is next chronologically) A. B. C. D. Immediate Impact A. B. VI. Long-Term Significance A. B. Conclusion and re-statement of thesis

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