Causes of the revolution

John Locke was an---- philosopher (thinker) that impacted the growth of--- in the colonies

(a)  

Answer explanation

John Locke was a key figure in the Enlightenment, a period that emphasized reason and individualism. His ideas greatly influenced the growth of these concepts in the colonies. The option 'Enlightenment, Religion' fits the question as it correctly identifies Locke's philosophical alignment and the impact he had on the colonies. However, the term 'Religion' is not entirely accurate as Locke's influence was more on the growth of Enlightenment ideals rather than religion.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The french and indian war left england in----. As a result they raised---- in the colonies

(a)  

Answer explanation

The French and Indian War left England in a significant amount of debt. To recover from this financial crisis, England decided to raise taxation in the colonies. This was done to generate revenue to pay off the war debts. The colonies were seen as beneficiaries of the war, so it was deemed fair that they should contribute to the war costs.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

What was the proclamation of 1763

• A British law that prohibited American colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains.

• A British law that allowed American colonists to settle anywhere in North America.

• A French law that prohibited American colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains.

• A British law that encouraged American colonists to settle west of the Appalachian Mountains.

Answer explanation

The Proclamation of 1763 was a British law, not a French one. It was specifically designed to limit the westward expansion of American colonists, hence it prohibited, rather than encouraged, settlement west of the Appalachian Mountains. This law was enacted to avoid conflicts with Native Americans who lived in those territories.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What was the albany plan? What did it encourage the colonies to do to survive

• The Albany Plan encouraged the colonies to establish their own separate governments.

• The Albany Plan encouraged the colonies to rely on British support for survival.

• The Albany Plan encouraged the colonies to declare independence from Britain.

• The Albany Plan encouraged the colonies to work together and form a unified government.

Answer explanation

The Albany Plan was a proposal to create a unified government for the Thirteen Colonies, suggested by Benjamin Franklin. The correct answer indicates that this plan encouraged the colonies to work together and form a unified government, rather than establishing separate governments, relying on British support, or declaring independence from Britain. This shows the early efforts towards unity among the colonies.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Where did the colonies expand to after the french and indian war?​ (a)  

• West

• East

• South

• North

Answer explanation

After the French and Indian War, the colonies expanded to the West. The war ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1763, which granted Britain control over vast territories in North America. This allowed the American colonists to expand their settlements westward, into the newly acquired lands.

The house of burgesses is an example of what form of goverment?

• Representative government

• Totalitarian regime

• Direct democracy

• Monarchy

Answer explanation

The House of Burgesses was an example of a representative government. Established in 1619 in the Virginia Colony, it was the first legislative assembly of elected representatives in North America. This form of government allows citizens to elect officials to represent their interests and make decisions on their behalf, as opposed to a direct democracy, monarchy, or totalitarian regime.

The first great awakening focused on the experience of ​ (a)   and ​ (b)   feelings

• Individuals

• democratic

• people

• goverment

Answer explanation

The First Great Awakening was a religious revival movement in the 18th century that focused on the experience of individuals and their democratic feelings. It emphasized personal religious experiences and the importance of individual relationships with God, rather than relying on institutional structures or hierarchies. This movement also promoted democratic ideals, as it encouraged people to question authority and seek spiritual guidance from within.

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CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

Conflict over which territory began the french indian war

• Ohio River Valley

• Hudson River Valley

• St. Lawrence River Valley

• Mississippi River Valley

Answer explanation

The French and Indian War began due to conflict over the Ohio River Valley. Both the French and British claimed this territory, leading to disputes and ultimately war. The Ohio River Valley was a strategic location for trade and control of the region, making it a highly contested area.

Which country wanted to colonize the spread Catholicism through a mission system and gained large territories in north and south america?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• England

Answer explanation

Spain is the correct answer. During the Age of Discovery, Spain established a mission system in the Americas to spread Catholicism among the indigenous people. This led to Spain gaining large territories in both North and South America, which aligns with the details provided in the question.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Cash crops contributed to the growth of

(a)  

Answer explanation

Cash crops were a significant factor in the growth of the Transatlantic slave trade. The cultivation of these crops required a large labor force, which led to the increased demand for slaves. The trade of cash crops and slaves became a profitable business, fueling the expansion of the Transatlantic slave trade.