Semester 1 Final Middle School Social Studies

During the colonial era, which of the following was a major cause of tension between the British and the American colonists?

• High taxation
• Lack of natural resources
• Religious conflicts
• Limited trade opportunities

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson
• John Adams
• Benjamin Franklin

During the Revolutionary Period, which document served as a rallying cry for American independence?

• The Constitution
• The Articles of Confederation
• The Federalist Papers
• The Declaration of Independence

Which of the following events led to the end of the Revolutionary War?

• Battle of Saratoga
• Boston Tea Party
• Treaty of Paris
• French and Indian War

During the early years of the United States, which individual served as the first Secretary of the Treasury?

• Thomas Jefferson
• George Washington
• Alexander Hamilton
• John Adams

During the Revolutionary War, which battle is considered a turning point for the American colonies?

• Battle of Lexington and Concord
• Battle of Bunker Hill
• Battle of Saratoga
• Battle of Yorktown

During the Colonial Era, which British policy imposed taxes on printed materials in the American colonies?

• Townshend Acts
• Stamp Act
• Intolerable Acts
• Sugar Act

During the Jeffersonian Era, which event doubled the size of the United States?

• Treaty of Paris
• Louisiana Purchase
• Mexican-American War
• Lewis and Clark Expedition

Which American president authorized the Lewis and Clark expedition to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory?

• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson
• John Adams
• James Madison

When did the American Revolution begin?

• 1770
• 1775
• 1790
• 1885