The Intolerable Acts

Worksheet Description

The worksheet is about the Intolerable Acts, a series of punitive laws passed by the British Parliament in 1774, which were critical in the buildup to the American Revolution. It asks students to answer questions regarding the alternative name for the Intolerable Acts, their purpose, the reasons why the British government enacted them, and the colonists’ reaction. There is also a prompt for students to critically assess whether they believe the Intolerable Acts were justified, encouraging them to think about the historical context and the perspectives involved.

This worksheet is trying to teach students about the Intolerable Acts and their significance in American history. By researching and responding to these questions, students are encouraged to understand the causes of colonial discontent that led to the American Revolution. The critical thinking question about the justification of the acts prompts students to engage with the material on a deeper level, considering the moral and ethical dimensions of historical legislation. Furthermore, the worksheet aims to help students comprehend how specific legislative actions can have profound and far-reaching consequences.