Changes in Colonial Culture

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This paper suggests that, in addition to the traditionally cited causes of the American Revolution, such as growing taxation, lack of representation and trade restrictions, changes in the colonial culture of America were also a cause of the Revolution. Some of the cultural changes looked at are the growth of religious fundamentalism, increased literacy and the rise of leisure time.

Introduction
The Great Awakening and Religious Change
The Impact of Education
Conclusion
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"When discussing causes of the American Revolution, most historians cite growing taxation, lack of representation in the national government, attempts by the King and Parliament to curb the power of colonial legislatures, and restrictions on trade as some of the primary causes. Often ignored as a cause are the changes in American colonial society that occurred in the decades before the revolution."

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