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1
To Great Britain, the signing of the Declaration of Independence was
an act of loyalty
an act of bravery
an act of treason
an act of terrorism
2
What did the Great Compromise decide?
the names of the political parties
the system of checks and balances
representation in Congress
the process of selecting the president
3
Which of these was most important to the survival of the American Indians?
ability to use natural resources
warm and mild climate conditions
trade to meet their daily needs
land and home ownership
4
Federalists believed the country should be run by
strong military leaders
direct democracy
the wealthy and well educated
middle class farmers
5
How do natural rights differ from other rights?
Natural rights are given only to citizens.
People can vote to choose natural rights.
Natural rights come from the government.
People are born with natural rights.
6
What was one weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
Congress could not create an army or navy
Congress could not declare war
Congress could not impose taxes
Congress could not set up a postal system
7
Which of these best describes the outcome of the Battle of Bunker Hill?
The British won but suffered many losses.
The militia narrowly won.
The militia surrendered to the British.
The British won decisively.
8
Which of these groups benefited from the Proclamation of 1763?
American colonists
British soldiers
American Indians
African slaves
9
Which of these made the laws in most of the colonies?
the king of England
the church leaders
the English governor
the elected assembly
10
The name Boston Massacre was given to the events of March 5, 1770 in order to
create anti-British feelings
describe the truth about what happened
create trouble for the colonists
warn of deadly disease in the city
11
Which of these was a major motivation for European exploration?
education
freedom
profit
leisure
12
What decision was made at the Second Continental Congress?
to form an army
to demand a repeal of the Tea Act
to declare war on Great Britain
to make a gesture of peace
13
Which of these was a strong influence on the shelters used by each American Indian group?
climate
religion
wealth
education
14
Why did many of the British people not support the war?
The cost was too high.
They planned to move to America.
The king was unpopular.
They wanted American independence.
15
The number of members of which of these is affected by population?
the President's cabinet
Senate
House of Representatives
Supreme Court
16
Why was the Declaration of Independence written?
to start the American Revolution
to instruct how a country wins its freedom
to explain why the colonies were separating
to offer a peace settlement to Great Britain
17
What is a republic?
a parliamentary form of government
a country led by a president
country led by elected representatives
a government led by a powerful few
18
What was the effect of the Magna Carta in England?
It established a Bill of Rights.
It limited the power of the king.
It allowed Parliament to impose taxes.
It established a democratic government.
19
What did America gain as a result of the Treaty of Paris?
the right to punish Loyalists
access to all British colonies
British land in Canada
land east of the Mississippi River
20
What did the Republicans think of the Alien and Sedition Acts?
it was necessary to keep order in the new country
it was a tool to remove political parties
it was an attack on the right to free speech
it was a way to increase citizen's rights
21
Why did the first Americans migrate from Asia to the Americas?
to locate fertile farmland
to flee from hostile tribes
in search of a better climate
in search of food
22
How did Parliament respond to the colonists' protests against the Stamp Act?
They increased the tax on paper.
They repealed the Stamp Act.
They refused to sell stamps in the colonies.
They arrested those who complained about the Act.
23
Which group formed the Sons of Liberty?
Patriots
British soldiers
American Indians
Loyalists
24
What was an effect of Columbus's voyages to the Americas?
a transfer of foods between Europe and the Americas
a delay in future Spanish explorations
a reduction in the European population
a war between Spain and France
25
Which of these describes what the American Indians believed about their environment?
They owned the land on which they lived.
They were part of a community of living things.
That the land should remain unchanged.
They were the rulers of the region in which they lived.
26
Which of these describes one way American Indians adapted the environment to meet their needs?
Great Plains people made clothing from animal hides.
Eastern Woodlands people burned trees to plant corn.
Southwest people made many things with corn.
Northwest Coast people ate fish.
27
What did Americans fear about a strong central government?
rights for which people fought would be lost
another war could occur with Great Britain
laws would be passed preventing settlement of new lands
states would have too much power
28
Which of these was the greatest challenge for the delegates to the Constitutional Convention?
how to balance the interests of large and small states
how to address the concerns of foreign countries
how to address the concerns of farmers
how to balance the interests pf eastern and western states
29
How did Marco Polo encourage European exploration?
He wrote a book about his travels to Asia.
He became wealthy after conquering the Incas.
He told stories about his trip around Africa.
He brought treasures back from his journey to the Americas.
30
Which of these is true about slavery in the colonies?
Laws were written to abolish slavery.
It was limited to the Southern colonies.
Northern slaves were freed and returned to Africa.
It expanded throughout the colonies.
31
What did the colonists resent most about the Stamp Act?
People in Great Britain did not have to pay taxes.
They did not believe in any form of taxation.
They had no representative to vote on the tax.
People in Great Britain were only taxed on property.
32
What was the goal of the First Continental Congress?
to declare war on Great Britain
to bring representatives from Britain and America together
to find a solution to the conflicts with Great Britain
to create taxes that would be acceptable to the colonists
33
What were the expectations of English colonists in America?
To be given the same rights as English citizens.
To be allowed to choose the king.
To be governed by the English king.
To denounce their English citizenships.
34
Why did people in different regions of the colonies adapt different ways of life?
The regions had different geographies and resources.
The leaders of the colonies decided how people would live.
The people all had different reasons for settling there.
People with specific skills settled in each area.
35
What right is protected by the Second Amendment?
the right to public education
the right to pay taxes
the right to vote in elections
the right to own a gun
36
Which belief spurred the Great Awakening?
Farm life is better than city life.
People have lost their faith.
Success comes from making money.
Women are not as educated as men.
37
Which of these was a goal of Spanish conquistadors who came to America?
to trade with native people
to learn about the culture of the Aztec people
to conquer a large empire for Spain
to establish farming communities
38
What became evident when the colonists and British troops clashed at Lexington and Concord?
The British were fearful of the colonial militia.
The colonial militia was no match for the British troops.
The colonists were willing to fight for their rights.
The British troops were eager to start a war.
39
All of these were part of Washington's cabinet except?
Department of War
Department of State
Treasury Department
Ministry of Magic
40
Why did Great Britain and France seize U.S. merchants ships?
They hoped the U.S. would become their ally.
They hoped to prevent the U.S. from supplying their enemy.
They hoped to force the U.S. into war.
They wanted the U.S. to pay a ransom for their ships.
41
Which of these settled in the Spanish borderlands?
farmers and ranchers
pirates and runaway slaves
soldiers and missionaries
miners and treasure seekers
42
Which of these gained territory in North America as a result of the French and Indian War?
Spain
American Indians
France
Great Britain
43
Which of these is the main responsibility of the judicial branch?
to resolve disputes over laws
to propose new bills for Congress
to veto decisions of the Supreme Court
to put laws into effect
44
The Continental Army was composed of
troops from all over the colonies
only troops from the New England colonies
only troops from Virginia and Maryland
troops from Great Britain
45
Did Izzy Machado rock your face off during the concert last week?
YES!
I still haven't recovered.
Yes
yes
46
How did many of the Loyalists view the Patriots?
as brave solidiers
as ungrateful rebels
as agreeable neighbors
as foreign invaders
47
Why did the London Company send settlers to Virginia?
to start a moneymaking colony
to make peace with American Indians
to establish a trading post
to create maps of the area
48
Why was the English Bill of Rights important to colonists?
It specified what was due the colonists as English citizens.
It defined crimes and punishments.
It ended the king's power to appoint colonial governors.
It gave the colonists the ability to choose representatives.
49
What is the federal system?
the shared power between states and the national government
individual states having power over the national government
a single leader who makes all government decisions
government run by one political party
50
Before 1760, which statement best describes the colonies?
The colonies were united into one government.
The colonies depended upon the British government.
The colonies had assemblies that passed laws.
The colonies had representatives in Parliament.
51
Which of these was most important in determining the way of life of an American Indian group?
food sources
language skills
religious celebrations
land ownership
52
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?
to share power between the state and national governments
to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
to make it difficult to amend the Constitution
to outline the responsibilities of elected officials
53
Which of these was a goal of the first European explorers?
to establish trading posts
to exchange ideas with native peoples
to find a water route to Asia
to explore North and South America
54
What is the primary work of Congress?
support the president
interpret the laws
enforce the laws
make the laws
55
How did the establishment of Parliament strengthen the rights of English citizens?
Laws were made by representatives of the citizens.
Citizens would determine whether laws would be passed.
The king was denied power over citizens.
Citizens were able to choose the monarch.
56
Which of these was an effect of the American victory at Saratoga?
European countries came to America's aid
General Burgoyne resigned
British troops gained confidence
Great Britain withdrew from Canada
57
What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?
to ask King George to make peace with the colonies
to convince Parliament to repeal the Stamp Act
to encourage colonists to join the army
to persuade British troops to leave Boston
58
Which of these enabled American Indians to settle in permanent villages?
herding
farming
hunting
trading
59
What was Great Britain's response to the Boston Tea Party?
the Stamp Act
the Proclamation of 1763
the Intolerable Acts
the Boston Massacre
60
All of these were results of the War of 1812 except?
the U.S. gained large amounts of land in North America
American Indian resistance on the frontier was weakened
national pride in the U.S. grew
the U.S. gained international respect
61
What was the main goal of the Spanish missionaries?
to teach their religion to the American Indians
to protect the American Indians
to learn about the customs of the American Indians
to trade with the American Indians
62
Which of these is a power shared by the national and state governments?
raising taxes
printing money
negotiating treaties
declaring war
63
What name is given to the Supreme Court's power to declare a law unconstitutional?
veto power
federalism
impeachment
judicial review
64
Which of these best explains why different cultural regions formed in North America?
Groups settled in the areas at various times.
Groups chose where they lived based on their special skills.
Groups adapted to the environment they settled in.
Groups needed to distinguish themselves from other groups.
65
Which statement describes Washington's military strategy after 1776?
avoid battles with the British
fight a defensive war and tire the British out
defeat the British in one large battle
to prevent food and supplies from reaching the British
66
Which of these describes an indentured servant?
Sarah was sold to a landowner and worked as a cook.
Jonathon paid his debt to a farmer by working without pay.
Cecelia made and sold candles to wealthy landowners.
Samuel paid rent on his farm with a portion of his crops.
67
At the start of the war, what was a weakness of the British troops?
understaffed army
poorly trained soldiers
poor leadership
insufficient supplies
68
Which of these characterizes an American Indian cultural region?
People have the same leader.
People migrated together.
People share a similar language.
People come from the same family.
69
What was the original purpose of the convention in May of 1787?
to rewrite the Declaration of Independence
to revise the Articles of Confederation
to write a new Constitution
to end Shay's Rebellion
70
What advice did Washington give in his Farewell Address?
Pay taxes without complaint.
Do not look him directly in the eyes!
Do not let political parties divide the nation.
Support the French Revolution.
71
Which of the these was a result of the French and Indian War?
The colonists were given their independence.
The British government stayed out of colonial politics.
The colonists were free to move across the Appalachians.
The British government had a large war debt.
72
A turducken is a
duck with chickens for parents that comes from Turkey
a turkey who is best friends with a duck and a chicken
chicken who once ate a turkey, but thinks he's a duck
chicken, inside a duck, inside a turkey and sent from heaven
73
According to Thomas Jefferson, the power to rule comes from
the people
God
Parliament
the king
74
What effect did Common Sense have on the colonies?
It convinced many colonists that American should be free.
It petitioned the king to end the quarrel with America.
It instilled fear of war in the colonies.
It convinced the colonies to remain loyal to Great Britain.
75
Which of these describes the relationships between the French and the American Indians?
The French converted the American Indians.
They were business partners.
The American Indians were slaves to the French.
They were enemies.
76
Which of these describes the mood in the colonies following Lexington and Concord?
Colonists mostly sided with the Loyalists.
Colonists began moving back to England.
Colonists were eager to start a war.
Colonists were reluctant to start a war.
77
What was the result of America victories at Trenton and Princeton?
It proved Washington was wrong about his soldiers.
The Hessians joined the Americans.
It showed the Americans could defeat the British.
The British were forced to abandon New York and New Jersey.
78
Republicans believed the economy should be based on
business
industry
agriculture
finance
79
How did the Columbian Exchange affect many American Indian groups?
They became prosperous.
They died from diseases.
They grew in number.
They were forced to move.
80
Why was George Washington chosen to be a military leader?
He was highly educated.
He wanted the role.
He had experience.
He was very wealthy.
81
Which of these events led to the passing of the 12th Amendment?
the establishment of a national bank
the Whiskey Rebellion
the election of 1800
the Alien and Sedition Acts
82
Which of these was a major issue that divided Federalists and Republicans?
how large and powerful the federal government should be
how to divide the nation's wealth equally
how many terms the president should serve in office
how large and powerful the military should be
83
What was the goal of the Monroe Doctrine?
to put an end to attacks on U.S. ships
to punish Great Britain and France over impressment
to prevent European interference in the Americas
to encourage foreign trade with Europe
84
In which way were colonial public schools like the public schools of today?
The schools were paid for with tax dollars.
The schools taught reading and writing.
Teachers were hired by the parents.
All children were required to attend.
85
Which generalization best sums up the founding of the English colonies?
They were founded to provide a new start for poor people.
They were founded by businesspeople to make money.
They were founded by groups seeking religious freedom.
They were founded by people with a variety of goals.
86
What event became known as the Glorious Revolution?
The king was removed and Parliament continued to make laws.
Parliament was formed with cooperation from the king.
Slaves rebelled and escaped to freedom.
African leaders ended slave trade with Europeans.
87
The Middle Passage refers to
the ocean crossing of the slaves
a step in climbing the social ladder
the route taken to reach New York
a system of trade between colonies
88
Why is Shay's Rebellion important?
it was the beginning of a civil war
it led to the passage of a new Constitution
it led to another war with Great Britain
it showed the strength of Massachusetts
89
Which of these is a purpose of the Bill of Rights?
rewrite the Constitution
outline the responsibilities of Congress
limit the power of the government
determine the election process
90
Which of these was an important achievement of the Adam's administration?
alliances with other countries were strengthened
the country grew in size
the Federalist Party grew strong
the nation was at peace
91
Washington's foreign policy is best described as
expansionist
alliance building
isolationism
aggressive
92
Which of these describes the experience of the first Jamestown settlers?
They were welcomed by the American Indians.
They where challenged by the environment.
They quickly established a prosperous settlement.
They found the area already settled by the Dutch.
93
All of these are duties of the executive branch except?
carrying out laws
nominating federal judges
negotiating treaties
proposing new taxes
94
Which of these was a weakness of the Continental Army at the start of the war?
unfamiliar territory
supply shortages
weak commander
long travel distances
95
Which of these is NOT a way people can participate in the government?
belonging to a political party
joining special interest groups
passing laws
participating in elections
96
Which of these nations became an American ally after Saratoga?
Mexico
Russia
Canada
France
97
Which of these best describes the Separatists?
They were wealthy English investors.
They shared religious beliefs.
They were English soldiers.
They shared a common occupation.
98
How do scientists think people migrated from Asia to the Americas during the last Ice Age?
They traveled across a land bridge.
They sailed across a narrow strait.
They traveled south from Canada.
They sailed to Mexico and then drifted North.
99
What was the main goal of education for students in the New England colonies?
to be prepared to attend college
to be able to read the Bible
to become wealthy landowners
to become political leaders
100
Which of these is NOT included in the First Amendment?
freedom of religion
freedom to assemble
freedom to vote
freedom of speech