Semester 1 Exam Review

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Why was Elizabeth Proctor not hanged in 'The Crucible'?

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She was pregnant.

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At what age was Patrick Henry chosen to represent his region in the Virginia House of Burgesses?

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Which philosophy believes in the unspoiled natural world as opposed to the artificiality of civilization?

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Romanticism.

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Who drafted the Declaration of Independence?

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Thomas Jefferson.

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What concept is used in 'Poor Richards Almanac' by Ben Franklin?

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The concept of aphorism.

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Define Romanticism in literature.

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A movement emphasizing emotion, nature, and individualism, often in reaction to industrialization.

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What is an aphorism?

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A concise statement that expresses a general truth or principle.

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What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence?

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It declared the American colonies' independence from British rule.

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What role did Thomas Jefferson play in American history?

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He was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the United States.

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What is the main idea of Transcendentalism?

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The belief in the inherent goodness of people and nature, emphasizing intuition and spirituality.