What was one effect of Shays' Rebellion?

It persuaded many leaders to call for a stronger federal government.

Which of these statements describes a key difference between the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans?

Federalists favored strong central government; D-Rs didn't

What provoked the war between the US and Mexico in the mid-1800s?

the annexation of Texas by the US

What was the Great Awakening?

a religious revival that also encouraged people to question authority

Which of these MOST accurately describes the Declaration of Independence?

a list of colonists' grievances against the British king

Which of these statements BEST explains the development of trench warfare in World War I?

New long-range weapons turned battlefields into death traps

How did the US government build the large fighting force it would need to enter World War I?

It established a national draft for young men aged 21-30.

Why was the timing of the arrival of the American Expeditionary Force in Europe crucial to the Allies?

The Russians had just signed a peace treaty with Germany & left the war

What was one argument raised by those who opposed ratification of the Constitution in 1787?

The Constitution lacked a bill of rights.

Which of the following statements BEST describes the immediate effect of the Treaty of Versailles on Europe?

The number of nations in Europe increased

Which of the following best describes the landforms of the US?

a variety of rivers, plains, mountains, and plateaus

Which of the following is the best definition of globalization?

the movement of people, ideas, and goods across national borders

Why did the US support Panama's rebellion against Colombia?

to build a US-owned canal across Panama

Imagine you read differing quotations from two historians about Columbus. Why is it possible for both to be correct?

They have chosen to emphasize different facts in their interpretations.

What was one of the lures of America for the English colonists who began arriving in the 1600s?

The Northeast had natural harbors ideal for trade and commerce.

According to President Wilson, how would the League of Nations maintain peace?

by providing collective security to handle any threats as they arose

What is one reason many people didn't support the Louisiana Purchase Treaty?

They thought it unconstitutional for president to purchase foreign land

Which of the following is an example of an artifact that a historian might use to reconstruct a Civil War battle?

an unexploded shell found on the battlefield

Which of these newspaper headlines BEST illustrates the federal system of checks and balances?

"President Vetoes Highway Spending Bill"

Why is the Constitution called a "living document"?

It can be amended in order to change with the times.

Which of the following was a main belief of the Englightenment thinkers who greatly influenced the colonies?

Science and reason are valuable for improving human society and government.

What was the main goal of abolitionists?

to end the institution of slavery

Which reason to study history is referenced: "History...gives us a fuller understanding of ourselves and [others]."

History helps us develop empathy for people everywhere.

The elastic clause is a constitutional clause that gives Congress the authority to

"make all laws necessary and proper" to carry out its powers

What was the ultimate fate of the Treaty of Versailles in the US?

Rejected by Congress who signed a separate peace treaty with Germany

What was the 369th Regiment during World War I?

the all-black US regiment that partook in active combat

Which of the following statements is NOT true of the fighting methods during World War I?

The use of the nuclear bomb made the war more dangerous

Which of the following was a reason that populations in cities increased in the 1800s?

Industries in cities provided economic opportunities for many.

Which of these factors increased US public opinion in favor of a war with Spain to free Cuba?

the publication of the de Lome letter

Which of these was one ruling of the Supreme Court in its Dred Scott v Sanford decision?

The Missouri Compromise of 1820 is unconstitutional

What twin policies did President Monroe incorporate into the Monroe Doctrine in 1823?

non-colonization and non-interference

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1
What was one effect of Shays' Rebellion?
It revealed the many problems with interstate commerce.
It demonstrated the strength of the state militias.
It persuaded many leaders to call for a stronger federal government.
It raised people's fears of a strong federal government.
2
Which of these statements describes a key difference between the Federalists and the Democratic-Republicans?
Federalists favored strong central government; D-Rs didn't
Federalists encouraged settlement in NW Territory; D-Rs did not
Federalists believed power should lie with majority of people; D-Rs didn't
Federalists protested imposition of whiskey tax; D-Rs did not
3
Which of these documnets established the first written framework of self-government in the American colonies?
the Magna Carta
the Albany Plan of Union
the English Bill of Rights
the Mayflower Compact
4
What provoked the war between the US and Mexico in the mid-1800s?
the US acquiring the Oregon Territory
the spread of imperialism in the US
the US' neutrality in foreign wars
the annexation of Texas by the US
5
The belief that morals and values should shape foreign policy is called
pragmatism
idealism
realism
diplomacy
6
What was the first constitution of the US?
the Declaration of Independence
the Articles of Confederation
the Northwest Ordinance
the Bill of Rights
7
What was the Great Awakening?
a treaty that created an alliance between several different colonies
a religious revival that also encouraged people to question authority
a famine in the South that caused many farmers to migrate to the cities
a policy that ended the quarreling between Catholics and Protestants
8
Which of these MOST accurately describes the Declaration of Independence?
a list of colonists who supported separation from Britain
a list of suggestions for improving British rule of the colonies
a list of reasons why Britain would fail to defeat the colonies in battle
a list of colonists' grievances against the British king
9
Which of these statements BEST explains the development of trench warfare in World War I?
The invention of tanks made ground assault possible
U-boats cut off suppliles to the troops
Airplanes made it easier to spot ememy positions
New long-range weapons turned battlefields into death traps
10
How did the US government build the large fighting force it would need to enter World War I?
It encouraged women to enlist as well as men.
It offered high wages to anyone who volunteered to fight.
It established a national draft for young men aged 21-30.
It allowed blacks to train and fight alongside whites.
11
Why was the timing of the arrival of the American Expeditionary Force in Europe crucial to the Allies?
The Germans had recently enlisted Italy as an ally in the war
The British had recently lost all their battleships in a large sea battle
The French had just retreated from the battlefront after heavy losses
The Russians had just signed a peace treaty with Germany & left the war
12
What was one argument raised by those who opposed ratification of the Constitution in 1787?
The Constitution lacked a bill of rights.
The Constitution failed to create a judicial branch.
The Constitution gave the people too much power.
The Constitution gave state governments too much power.
13
In 1899, the US urged othe nations to allow free trade in China. This approach to dealing with China was known as the
Teller Amendment
Roosevelt Corollary
Monroe Doctrine
Open Door Policy
14
What aspect of foreign policy did William Howard Taft focus on during his presidency?
cultural
economic
military
ethical
15
Most federal cases are first heard in the lower courts, beginning with the
US district court
US Supreme Court
US Court of federal claims
US Court of Appeals
16
Supporters of the new Constitution in 1787 were known as
Moderates
Loyalists
Patriots
Federalists
17
What is the current status of the island of Puerto Rico?
It is an independent ally of the US
It is a US state
It is a US commonwealth
It is a colony of the US
18
Which of the following statements BEST describes the immediate effect of the Treaty of Versailles on Europe?
Germany ceased to exist
The number of nations in Europe increased
Italy and France lost most of their territory
The population of Europe decreased
19
Who was chosen as commanding general of the Continental Army when it was formed in 1775?
William Smith
John Dickinson
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
20
Which of the following best describes the landforms of the US?
mostly flat land with only one large mountain range
an abundance of mountain ranges with little flat terrain
mostly rolling hills to the east and flat land to the west
a variety of rivers, plains, mountains, and plateaus
21
Which of the following is the best definition of globalization?
the movement of people, ideas, and goods across national borders
the formation of an alliance with neighboring nations
the negotiation of a trade agreement between two nations
the spread of air pollution across natural borders
22
Why did the US support Panama's rebellion against Colombia?
to annex Panama as a US territory
to promote US interests in Panama
to protect American farmers in Panama
to build a US-owned canal across Panama
23
Imagine you read differing quotations from two historians about Columbus. Why is it possible for both to be correct?
They both focus on the skills Columbus had as a ship's captain.
They have chosen to emphasize different facts in their interpretations.
They both discuss how Columbus changed history.
They are using different primary sources for their interpretations.
24
"Britain & the king are too far away to know what's best for the colonies." Who would most likely have agreed with this?
a Quaker
a Moderate
a Loyalist
a Patriot
25
What was one of the lures of America for the English colonists who began arriving in the 1600s?
The Northeast had natural harbors ideal for trade and commerce.
The Rocky Mountains supplied cotton that could be made into cloth.
The Southwest had harsh climates that were vital for growing corn.
The dense forests were ideal for building reclusive town and cities.
26
According to President Wilson, how would the League of Nations maintain peace?
by outlawing war & requiring all nations to help create world police force
by excluding from its membership any country that started a war
by requiring all member countries to eliminate their armaments
by providing collective security to handle any threats as they arose
27
What is one reason many people didn't support the Louisiana Purchase Treaty?
They thought it unconstitutional for president to purchase foreign land
Thought that a larger country would increase American sense of nationalism
Thought it would increase threat of foreign invasion from the West
Thought farmland in Louisiana was expensive and too dry to grow crops
28
Which of the following would be considered a natural resource?
cities
coal
climate
people
29
Which foreign policy tool did the US government use to acquire Oregon Territory from Great Britain?
armed force
financial aid
diplomacy
conquest
30
What type of foreign policy means to "steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world..."?
imperialist
expansionist
internationalist
unilateralist
31
Which of the following is an example of an artifact that a historian might use to reconstruct a Civil War battle?
an eyewitness account of the battle
a modern map of the battlefield site
an unexploded shell found on the battlefield
a song written about the battle
32
Which of these newspaper headlines BEST illustrates the federal system of checks and balances?
"United States Sends Troops to Iraq"
"President Vetoes Highway Spending Bill"
"Congress Criticized for Immigration Bill"
"State Court Declares Education Law Unconstitutional"
33
Why is the Constitution called a "living document"?
It is constantly being rewritten and changed.
It has not been changed since it was written.
It can be amended in order to change with the times.
It is the best form of government ever designed.
34
Which of these territories did the US acquire by using the foreign policy tool of armed force?
Florida
California
Louisiana
Alaska
35
Which of the following was a main belief of the Englightenment thinkers who greatly influenced the colonies?
Science and reason are valuable for improving human society and government.
The government's main responsibility should be to protect people's religion
Religious diversity is beneficial to a region's society and culture.
Instead of charging taxes, the government should raise the prices of goods.
36
The Germans developed_____ to move undetectably under sea and sink opposing ships.
howitzers
convoys
battleships
U-boats
37
What was the main goal of abolitionists?
to secure the right to vote for women
to end the institution of slavery
to establish a public school system
to encourage people to live moral lives
38
Which reason to study history is referenced: "History...gives us a fuller understanding of ourselves and [others]."
History helps us become better thinkers.
History makes us better informed about public issues.
History helps us develop empathy for people everywhere.
History is an interesting story.
39
The elastic clause is a constitutional clause that gives Congress the authority to
"make all laws necessary and proper" to carry out its powers
"declare war" with consent of the president and Supreme Court
"override a president's veto" with a 2/3 majority vote
"coin & distribute money" as needed to improve the economy
40
What people did the Democratic Party speak to when Andrew Jackson created it in 1828?
wealthy and privileged people
ordinary farmers and workers
women and American Indians
free African American men
41
What important issue did the Great Compromise settle?
selection of Supreme Court justices
regulation of commerce
election of the president
representation in Congress
42
Which of the following isn't part of the US's "Charters of Freedom"?
the Magna Carta
the Declaration of Independence
the Bill of Rights
the Constitution
43
What was the ultimate fate of the Treaty of Versailles in the US?
It was declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court
It was rejected by Congress in its original form; ratified w/ reservations
It was vetoed by President Wilson
Rejected by Congress who signed a separate peace treaty with Germany
44
What was the 369th Regiment during World War I?
the all-black US regiment that partook in active combat
the US regiment that won a major battle against the Germans
the regiment that combined American and French soldiers
the Russian regiment formed after the Russian revolution
45
Which region of the US in 1860 had population that lived on scattered farms, was where plantation agriculture dominated?
the West
the South
the Midwest
the North
46
Which of the following statements is NOT true of the fighting methods during World War I?
Improvements to airplanes brought fighting to the sky
Chemical weapons became widely used in World War I
The rifle was the most widely used weapon on the battlefields
The use of the nuclear bomb made the war more dangerous
47
The Kansas-Nebraska Act gave people of those territories the right to decide the slavery question by voting; known as
universal suffrage
popular sovereignty
emancipation
abolition
48
Which of the following was a reason that populations in cities increased in the 1800s?
Industries in cities provided economic opportunities for many.
Farm areas were growing overpopulated and crowded.
Natural resources were depleting very rapidly outside the cities.
Settlers were drawn to the abundance of natural resources in cities.
49
Which of these factors increased US public opinion in favor of a war with Spain to free Cuba?
the popularity of the Yellow Kid cartoons
the publication of the de Lome letter
the death of Jose Marti in combat
the passage of the Teller Amendment
50
Which of these was one ruling of the Supreme Court in its Dred Scott v Sanford decision?
The Fugitive Slave Law of 1850 is unconstitutional
African Americans should return to Africa
African Americans are US citizens
The Missouri Compromise of 1820 is unconstitutional
51
What twin policies did President Monroe incorporate into the Monroe Doctrine in 1823?
expansionism and imperialism
unilateralism and diplomacy
non-colonization and non-interference
internationalism and globalization
52
Which of the following best describes the main message of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense"?
Colonists should remain loyal to Britain.
Colonists should wait to see whether Britain would grant them freedom.
Colonists should appeal directly to the British king for peace.
Colonists should declare independence from Britain.
53
Which document stated that the government of Cuba would "sell or lease" to the US lands for "coaling or naval stations"?
the Treaty of Ghent
the Roosevelt Corollary
the Platt Amendment
the de Lame letter
54
"An area with particular geographic, political, or cultural characteristics that set it apart from other areas."
landform
region
territory
civilization
55
The cartoon below was created by Benjamin Franklin, author of the Albany Plan. What point is making in his cartoon?
The colonies should create a confederation for matters like defense.
England and France should unite to protect North America from invasion.
Enslaved Africans should work collectively to fight for their freedom.
Ameriacn Indians should come together to remove colonists from their land.
56
Maryland's Act of Religious Toleration declared that
Catholicism & Protestantism were both the official religion of the colonies
no Christian could be bothered for practiciing his or her religion
all people were free to practice any form of religion he or she believed
it was illegal to do business or be friends with Quakers and Protestants
57
Which of the following best describes how colonists reacted to the Tea Act?
They attacked British soldiers guarding shipments of tea.
They ignored the law until they began running low on tea.
They boycotted and destroyed entire shipments of tea.
They continued to purchase tea from local merchants.
58
Which of the following isn't an argument in support of imperialism?
The US should become a world-class power.
The US should expand to compete economically.
The US should spread its ideals to other parts of the world.
The US should respect other people's right to liberty.
59
President Woodrow Wilson's foreign policy focused on
taking a moral approach by promoting democratic ideals abroad
encouraging US trade and investment in Latin America and Asia
working quietly and patiently in oversea affairs, but using force
using warfare to conquer most of the land in Latin America and Asia
60
What provoked war between the US and the Philippines in 1899?
US refused to export goods to the Philippines to weaken their economy
They had sided & fought with the Spanish during the Spanish-American war
US wouldn't grant them independence after the Spanish-American war
They attempted to become allies with France & England to fight against US
61
Which of the following describes the purpose of the Preamble of the Constitution?
It lists the goals of the federal government.
It explains how the system of checks and balances works.
It defines the powers of the president and his cabinet.
It decalres that the government gets its power from the states.
62
Which of the following newspaper headlines best illustrates the practice of yellow journalism in 1898?
"Investigators Search for Cause of USS Maine Explosion"
"USS Maine Sinks in Havana Harbor"US
"266 Killed in USS Maine Accident"
"USS Maine Destroyed by Spanish Treachery"
63
Which of these was used to describe Andrew Jackson's practice of rewarding his supporters with government positions?
corruption
popular democracy
spoils system
nullification
64
What prompted the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain?
The British charged much lower prices for oil than Americans did.
The US built stronger relations with France and Spain.
The British refused to stop seizing neutral US ships and sailors.
The US refused to export goods to Great Britain.
65
What was the main concern of Reservationists about the Treaty of Versailles?
Article 10 would draw the US into wars without Congress' approval
Article 8 would cause the US to lose France and Britain as allies
Article 6 would make all previous treaties with Germany and France invalid
Article 12 weaken the US economy by participating in international trade
66
Why was the Meuse-Argonne offensive a significant battle of World War I?
Nearly 1 million Americans died in this battle
The city of Paris was destroyed as a result of this battle
Germans agreed to a truce shortly after this battle
The Allied victory in this battle convinced Russia to leave the war
67
According to the Constitution, which of the following has the power to declare war?
president
Supreme Court
state legislatures
Congress
68
Why did realists support territorial expansion in the 1800s?
They believed it would strengthen the US economy
They felt Americans should own the whole continent
They were inspired by the idea of manifest destiny
They thought it would eliminate some foreign threats
69
What is the supremacy clause?
Clause allowing Congress to share certain powers with State governments.
Clause stating states have powers not explicitly granted to national govt.
Clause affirming the Constitutional & federal laws are supreme laws of land
Clause that enforces division of power between state & federal governments.
70
Which of the following was most responsible for the expansion of the population of Africans in the American colonies?
Many Africans arrived in the colonies as indentured servants
Many Africans were forced to come to the colonies as slaves
Many Africans settled in the colonies to find opportunities.
Many Africans visited the colonies but then returned to Africa
71
What type of government did the National Republican Party support?
a decentralized government that would support state's rights
a strong central government that funded internal improvements
government whose policies varied from region to region
a small-central government that has very limited powers
72
Which of the following is an example of how the physical features of the US posed challenges to its settlement?
Mountain ranges and deserts presented barriers to movement.
Large expanses of deserts made most of the nation's land uninhabitable.
A harsh climate and poor soil discouraged the cultivation of land.
A lack of major waterways prevented the development of major cities.
73
Which of the following countries weren't part of the Big Four at the Paris peace conference?
Italy
Britain
Germany
Russia
74
What is historical interpretation?
the act of locating the creator of a historical source
the process of assigning meaning to historical events
the act of placing historical events in chronological order
the process of categorizing historical sources by usefulness
75
Which of these newspaper headlines BEST summarizes what happened at Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861?
"Southern Troops Surrender, Ending Threat to Federal Fort"
"Thousands Die in Battle at Federal Fort"
"Compromise Is Reached over Fate of Federal Fort"
"Federal Fort Is Fired Upon, Sending Country into War"
76
What is one difference between primary and secondary sources?
Secondary sources are usually written documents; primary sources are not.
Primary often include historic interpretation; secondary sources don't
Primary sources are usually eyewitness accounts; secondary sources are not.
Secondary sources usually reflect signs of bias; primary sources do not.
77
Which of these changes was not a direct result of industrialization?
the spread of the factory system
the shift to a market economy
increased worker productivity
increased dependence on slave labor
78
What was the main source of wealth in the American colonies?
oil
gold
land
copper
79
In 1765, Parliament passed the Stamp Act, which
gave the British East India Company the sole right to sell tea in colonies
charged colonists high taxes for certain goods imported from England
required that colonists purchase a stamp for every piece of paper they used
closed down Boston Harbor and placed Massachusetts under British control
80
Why was the Battle of Saratoga considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War?
It convinced many Indians to join the American cause.
It made it harder for the Americans to recruit fresh soldiers.
It brought Spain and France into the war as American allies.
It persuaded the British to seek peace with the Americans.
81
What was Theodore Roosevelt's foreign policy in the Caribbean called?
Dollar Diplomacy
Big Stick Policy
Moral Diplomacy
Open Door Policy
82
How did the outcome of the Spanish-American War change US foreign policy?
It shifted US policy toward noncolonialism
It shifted US policy toward unilateralism
It shifted US policy toward neutrality.
It shifted US policy toward imperialism
83
What happened after Queen Liliuokalani gained power in Hawaii?
US forces helped overthrow Queen Liliuokalani
The Queen petitioned the US government for protectorate status.
The Queen agreed to make Hawaii a republic.
Native Hawaiians removed the Queen from power.
84
Why does the president of the US have the power to make treaties with foreign governments?
The president is head of the Senate.
The president oversees foreign relations.
The president ensures laws are enforced.
The president is commander-in-chief.
85
What would be the best title of a map of the expansion/purchases of the US from other countries?
Expansion of Slavery (1803-1853)
Manifest Destiny (1803-1853)
Exploration of the West (1803-1853)
Boundary Disputes (1803-1853)
86
Which of the following is not true of the US's territorial expansion?
The US's original 13 states had their birth in the American Revolution.
The US added Texas after winning a war with Mexico in the mid-1800s.
The US obtained Alaska and Hawaii when signing a treaty with Japan.
The US doubled its size when it purchased land from France in 1803.
87
Which of the following was not a qualification for electing a representative to the House of Burgesses?
being male
being white
being a landowner
being a slaveholder
88
Which of the following rights became established in the colony of New York as a result of the Zenger trial?
freedom of the press
right to petition the government
freedom of worship
right to due process of law
89
What is required for an amendment to become part of the US Constitution?
the approval of the US Supreme Court
the support of the US president
the approval of 3/4 of the US states
the support of 70 percent of the US citizens
90
What was the fate of Germany's colonies at the end of World War I?
They were granted independence by the Treaty of Versailles.
They were allowed to exercises their right to self-determination.
They were given to the Allied nations as part of reparations.
They were given as mandates to Allied nations to prepare them for self rule
91
Which of the following was NOT a provision of the Missouri Compromise of 1820?
the admission of Maine to the Union as a free state
an agreement to allow slavery in Oregon Territory
the admission of Missouri to the Union as a slave state
a ban on slavery in part of Louisiana Territory

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