Causes of the Revolution

This reading comprehension worksheet explains the key causes of the American Revolution, including the Stamp Act, Tea Act, and Coercive Acts. Students read the informational passage and answer questions that test understanding of colonial protests, British taxation, and the slogan “No taxation without representation.” The activity strengthens reading comprehension, cause-and-effect reasoning, and historical analysis. It also helps students connect multiple events leading up to the Revolution in their own words.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – U.S. History: Causes of the American Revolution

English Language Arts – Reading Informational Text: Key Ideas and Details

Social Studies – Cause and Effect in Historical Events

English Language Arts – Writing: Evidence-Based Responses

This worksheet is part of our American Revolution collection.