Exploration Colonization STAAR review

Exploration Colonization STAAR review

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History

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What were the main reasons Jamestown and Plymouth were established?

Back

Plymouth was founded as a refuge to get away from religious persecution, and Jamestown was founded for economic reasons.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which statement explains the significance of the Virginia House of Burgesses, the first colonial assembly of elected representatives?

Back

The assembly served as a model for other colonial legislatures.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The factors listed below contributed most to the —

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Back

growth of representative government in the British colonies.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was a direct result of the policy of "Salutary Neglect" from 1690 to 1760?

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Back

The colonies developed a strong tradition of self government

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which statement best explains the significance of the Mayflower Compact? Options: It limited the power of the future colonial governments., It weakened the influence of religion in government., It established a form of self-government based on a social contract., It allowed for a proclamation of equality.
It guaranteed liberties for colonists through local governments.

Back

It established a form of self-government based on a social contract.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did mercantilism create tension between Great Britain and the colonies?

Back

By preventing colonists from trading with other foreign countries

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the major reason for the transatlantic slave trade?

Back

The economic demands of the plantation system

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