The Making of a Nation

When did the first (permanent) European settlers arrive in what would become the United States?

• 15th century
• 16th century
• 17th century
• 18th century

Why did colonists become increasingly frustrated with British rule?

• They were denied access to European imports.
• Major decisions affecting them were made in London without their input.
• They wanted to break away from their colonial roots.
• The British government was supportive and responsive to their needs.

Which event marked a significant turning point in colonial resistance to British policies?

• The Boston Marathon
• The Philadelphia Convention
• The Boston Tea Party
• The New York Stock Exchange

What was the outcome of the tensions between the colonists and Britain?

• The signing of the Treaty of Paris
• The establishment of peaceful trade agreements
• The formation of a new British colony
• The Revolutionary War (1775-1783)

In which year was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

• 1765
• 1776
• 1781
• 1790

What were the primary reasons for Irish and German immigration in the mid-19th century?

• Escaping political unrest and famine
• Seeking new trade opportunities
• Expanding colonial settlements
• Establishing religious communities

What is the main difference between the "melting pot" and the "salad bowl" concepts?

• The "melting pot" emphasizes maintaining distinct cultural identities.
• The "melting pot" encourages assimilation into a single American culture.
• The "salad bowl" promotes the idea of cultural assimilation.
• The "salad bowl" suggests the blending of cultures into a single identity.

Which group of immigrants became more prominent in the United States after the year 1965?

• European immigrants
• African immigrants
• Asian immigrants
• Latin American immigrants

What were Jim Crow laws?

• Laws that protected immigrants' rights
• Laws that segregated Native Americans
• Laws that promoted LGBTQ+ rights
• Laws that enforced racial segregation and discrimination

During which era did the Civil Rights Movement take place?

• 1700s
• 1800s
• 1950s-1960s
• 2000s