US History STAAR Review

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The geographic factors in this table led primarily to the -

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development of different economies in the two regions

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Which of these describes the primary reason for French colonization?

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For what reason did a group of colonists agree to this compact?

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To form a social contract among themselves

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Which phrase best represents the US principle of republicanism? Options: The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people, The establishment of courts to interpret laws and government actions, The division of power between a federal government and state governments, The power of a court to declare a law unconstitutional

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The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people

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Which reason best completes the diagram? Options: Requirements of an alliance with France, Interest in conquering territories in South America, British impressment of US sailors, Abolition of state militias

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British impressment of US sailors

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Why did slavery become a widespread practice in the United States during the early nineteenth century? Options: The system of indentured servitude was banned, The need for agricultural labor increased as a result of expanded cotton production, Improved transportation systems made it easier for workers to migrate, Advancements in technology led to the need for skilled workers

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The need for agricultural labor increased as a result of expanded cotton production

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Which statement accurately describes the reasons for establishing Plymouth and Jamestown?

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Plymouth was founded as a refuge from religious persecution, while Jamestown was founded for commercial profit.

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This excerpt provides one example of which constitutional principle? Options: Federalism, Checks and balances, Popular sovereignty, Individual rights

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Checks and balances

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This sequence of events resulted in the adoption of the

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Declaration of Independence

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The U.S. foreign policy illustrated in this cartoon was intended to: prevent further European colonization in the Western Hemisphere, deter Spain from inciting revolution in former U.S. colonies, encourage European powers to invest in Latin America, keep the war between France and Spain from spreading to Latin America

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prevent further European colonization in the Western Hemisphere