1. Chapter 2
Section 2

2. Britain’s Colonial Policies
Colonists started to self-govern.
When Britain began to strengthen their grip the colonists became upset.
Taxation without representation.

3. Colonial Unity
Albany Plan of Union- Each colony would send delegates annually to discuss issues.
The Stamp Act- Created unity among most colonies. Boycotts were another tool the colonists used.

4. First/Second Continental Congress
1st Intolerable Acts led to the meeting.
1st Declaration of Rights
2nd Continental army was created.
2nd Also raised money to fight a war.

5. First State Constitutions
Assemblies created most State constitutions.
Common features- Popular sovereignty, civil rights, checks and balances, separation of powers.