The pamphlet Common Sense, by Thomas Paine, aided the Am cause in the Rev War because it

persuaded individuals who were undecided to support independ

life, lib, & pursuit of happiness. Quote is evidence that some of the ideas in the Dec of Indp

reflections of the philosophies of the Euro Enlightenment

Which fundamental political idea is expressed in the Declaration of Independence?

If gov denies people certain basic rights, gov be overthrown

Why did American colonists support the British in the French and Indian War?

French establish trade centers on lands claimed by colonists

What does the political cartoon "Join or Die" mean?

The colonies must work together in order to be strong.

Why did Washington urge policy of noninvolvement in foreign affairs @ the end o his presidency?

He wanted 2 prevent US from becoming entangled in Euro wars.

probably the result of panic and confusion by Brit soldiers.

The Pilgrims originally established Plymouth for what reason?

to escape religious persecution

its econ relationship with N Am colonies, Britain followed principles o 18-cen mercantilism by

limiting the colonies’ trade with other nations

What was the purpose of the Constitution?

to establish a government for the American nation

British authorities decided to repeal the Stamp Act primarily because of the:

economic pressure caused by a colonial boycott of Eng goods.

Which of the following was not a step taken by the First Continental Congress?

It adopted a plan for a colonial union under Brit authority.

Britain enjoyed all of the following advantages in the Revolution EXCEPT

None of these answers is correct.

What was the historical significance of the Battles of Lexington and Concord?

The fighting signaled the start of the American Revolution.

In the Thomas Paine statement on your study guide, he would like the nation to do what?

the westward migration of American ideals

One way in which the US Constitution differed from Articles of Confed was that the Constitution

created a national government having three branches

The Articles of Confederation are best described as a...

plan of union for the original thirteen states

What was 1 reason colonial settlers objected to the British government’s Proclamation of 1763?

It forbade settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains.

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1
What was Baron de Montesquieus ideas of government
federal supremacy
implied powers
due process
separation of powers
2
Under the Articles of Confederation, the only institution of national authority was the
Congress.
president of the United States
Post Office.
Senate
3
The pamphlet Common Sense, by Thomas Paine, aided the Am cause in the Rev War because it
persuaded individuals who were undecided to support independ
convinced France to join in the fight against England
led to the repeal of the Stamp Act
created a new system of government for the United States
4
life, lib, & pursuit of happiness. Quote is evidence that some of the ideas in the Dec of Indp
limits of the principles underlying most Euro gov o 1700’s
reflections of the philosophies of the Euro Enlightenment
adoptions of rules used by the Holy Roman Empire.
adaptations of the laws of Spanish colonial gov in N Am.
5
Which fundamental political idea is expressed in the Declaration of Independence?
King get right to gov frm God & bound to gov n nats interest
The government should guarantee every citizen econ security.
If gov denies people certain basic rights, gov be overthrown
The central government and state gov should have equal power
6
Why did American colonists support the British in the French and Indian War?
The French forced Indian people off of their native lands.
French establish trade centers on lands claimed by colonists
French sought to bring about end to the Atlantic slave trade
The French monopolized trade along the Mississippi River.
7
What does the political cartoon "Join or Die" mean?
Colonists needed to acquire new territory.
Colonists should ally with the French to defeat the British.
The colonies should remain loyal to England.
The colonies must work together in order to be strong.
8
Why did Washington urge policy of noninvolvement in foreign affairs @ the end o his presidency?
He had signed a military agreement with France.
He wanted 2 prevent US from becoming entangled in Euro wars.
He feared the possibility of a British invasion from Canada.
believed that sending Am troops overseas unconstitutional.
9
The treason of Benedict Arnold
ed to the surrender of the fort at West Point.
came as no surprise since he was not highly regarded
resulted in Arnold's hanging
shocked American forces.
10
The Boston Massacre:
probably the result of panic and confusion by Brit soldiers.
reversed trend that occurred after repeal o Townshend Acts.
made John Adams a leader of the resistance.
killed over thirty members of the resistance.
11
Steven's wintering @ Valley Forge. I believe the reasons for war—M would belong to which group?
Loyalists
Quakers
Federalists
Patriots
12
The Pilgrims originally established Plymouth for what reason?
to escape religious persecution
to establish a Northwest passage
financial gain
relief from famine
13
Which riders were sent to alert Adams and Hancock of the potential danger to their safety?
Bush and Clinton
Revere and Washington
Washington and Jefferson
Revere and Dawes
14
its econ relationship with N Am colonies, Britain followed principles o 18-cen mercantilism by
outlawing the African slave trade
limiting the colonies’ trade with other nations
establishing laws against business monopolies
encouraging the development of manufacturing in the colonies
15
What was the purpose of the Constitution?
to establish a government for the American nation
explain political principles of the new American government
announce why the colonies were demanding independence
to list the specific rights guaranteed to American citizens
16
British authorities decided to repeal the Stamp Act primarily because of the:
passage of the "Virginia Resolves."
intimidation tactics employed by the Sons of Liberty.
well-reasoned petitions of the Stamp Act Congress
economic pressure caused by a colonial boycott of Eng goods.
17
Which of the following was not a step taken by the First Continental Congress?
It endorsed a statement of grievances.
It called for military preparations.
It adopted a plan for a colonial union under Brit authority.
It called for a series of boycotts.
18
In order to win ratification of the United States Constitution, supporters agreed to
establish an electoral college
admit new states to the Union
give the Senate the power to ratify treaties
add a bill of rights
19
Which economic policy required a colony’s natural resources be used to benefit a rulin country?
Mercantilism
feudalism
salutary neglect
laissez faire
20
Britain enjoyed all of the following advantages in the Revolution EXCEPT
more soldiers to bring to battle
None of these answers is correct.
the greatest navy and the best-equipped army in the world.
a coherent structure of command.
21
What was the historical significance of the Battles of Lexington and Concord?
Britain gave up any attempt to keep its North Am colonies.
The fighting ended colonists’ resistance to Brit authority.
The fighting signaled the start of the American Revolution.
outcome proved that militias were no match for Brit troops.
22
In the Thomas Paine statement on your study guide, he would like the nation to do what?
the abolition of slavery
the westward migration of American ideals
the protection of Native American tribal lands
the secession of southern states
23
One way in which the US Constitution differed from Articles of Confed was that the Constitution
made the amendment process more difficult
created a national government having three branches
provided for the direct election of the President by voters
increased the powers of the states
24
The Articles of Confederation are best described as a...
plan of union for the original thirteen states
set of arguments supporting ratification of the Constitution
list of reasons for the secession of the Southern States
statement of principles justifying the Revolutionary War
25
What was 1 reason colonial settlers objected to the British government’s Proclamation of 1763?
It placed land holdings under the control of British banks.
It forbade settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains.
It forced them to limit the power of colonial governments.
It limited colonial participation in the slave trade.

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