Changing Views of King George III: From Reverence to Rebellion

Trace the shifting public opinion on King George III and how those opinions spurred rebellion in Colonial America. Students review the tensions that rose between the Stamp Act and the Declaration of independence, and also consider the reasons that sentiments regarding the king and Parliament evolved over time. By viewing media clips and engaging with thought-provoking discussion questions, they will examine how these changing feelings fueled the independence movement. 

About the Author:
Jennifer Egas has primarily taught AP U.S. history and post-secondary courses in an online environment for the last 10 years. She lives in Orange Beach, Alabama. Early America (specifically the Revolutionary Era) is her favorite period of United States history, ever since her first visit to Colonial Williamsburg during the bicentennial in 1976.