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Unit 1 and 2 review.

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Social Studies

8th Grade

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Unit 1 and 2 review.
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Virginia Company authorized a general assembly in Virginia so that colonists could?

self-govern on a local level

participate in a free-market economy

vote in the British Parliament

express dissatisfaction with British rule


2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the geography influence the economic development of New York, Boston, and Charleston.

Proximity to flooding rivers limited development.


Natural harbors provided access to markets.


Extreme climates limited productive activity.


Long coastlines offered abundant natural resources.


3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best explains why the lumber industry was the single most important factor for New England?

Lumber was in high demand for the thriving shipbuilding industry.

Lumber was scarce in the region.


Harvesting lumber provided jobs to people of all ages.


Harvesting lumber could be done year-round.


4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Colonist in America were under the policy of salutary neglect. Which of following happened due to this policy?

Many proprietary colonies were converted to royal colonies.


The colonies refused to participate in a system of common defense.


The colonies refused to participate in a system of common defense.


The colonies developed a strong tradition of self-government.


5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Both colonies were established to bring wealth.

Plymouth's founders intended to produce raw materials, Jamestown for gold.


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


Both colonies were established to limit the expansion of other Empires.


6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement best explains the significance of the Mayflower compact?

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

It limited the power of future colonial governments.

It weakened the influence of religion in government.


It guaranteed liberties for colonists through local government.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following characteristics reflect the significance of the Virginia House of Burgesses.

It had 435 members.


Members were chosen by the governor.


The governor had no power in its decisions.


Representatives were elected by the people.


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