7th Grade U.S. History – SGO Pre-Test Worksheet

Front

Which Native American group built cliff dwellings in the Southwest?

Back

Anasazi

Front

What was the main goal of Christopher Columbus’ first voyage in 1492?

Back

To discover a route to Asia

Front

Which English colony was established in 1607?

Back

Jamestown

Front

What was the main purpose of the Mayflower Compact?

Back

To create a form of self-government

Front

Which event was the turning point of the American Revolution? Options: Battle of Bunker Hill, Battle of Yorktown, Battle of Saratoga, Boston Tea Party

Back

Battle of Saratoga

Front

Who is known as the ‘Father of the Constitution’?

Back

James Madison

Front

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called…

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

What did the Louisiana Purchase do in 1803?

Back

Doubled the size of the U.S.

Front

The Trail of Tears forced which Native group to move westward?

Back

Cherokee

Front

Which invention most helped expand cotton production in the South? Options: Telegraph, Cotton Gin, Steam Engine, Railroad

Back

Cotton Gin