Mercantilism and the American Colonies Quiz

What was the ultimate goal of a nation under mercantilism?

• To depend on other countries for goods

• To establish colonies in other countries

• To become self-sufficient

• To obtain gold and silver

What did colonies provide to the home country under mercantilism?

• Luxury items

• Raw materials

• Finished goods

• Technology

What did the Navigation Acts restrict in colonial trade?

• Free trade with all nations

• Export of certain products only to England

• Export of certain products only to other countries

• Import of goods from England

Who replaced Charles II as King of England in 1685?

• William III

• James II

• Charles I

• James I

What did Sir Edmund Andros do as the governor of the Dominion of New England?

• Supported illegal trade

• Encouraged religious toleration

• Forced new taxes on the colonists

• Promoted local government

What event led to the overthrow of King James II in 1688?

• The Glorious Revolution

• The Industrial Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The French Revolution

What did the American colonists do after hearing about the Glorious Revolution?

• Surrendered to the British

• Rebelled against the British

• Sought independence peacefully

• Requested more taxes

What did Parliament do after the Glorious Revolution regarding the Dominion of New England?

• Dissolved it completely

• Restored the original colonies

• Expanded its territory

• Appointed a new governor

What did the new charter for Massachusetts require?

• The governor to be elected by the people

• More taxes on the colonists

• Less religious toleration

• The king to appoint the governor

What was the key to achieving a favorable balance of trade under mercantilism?

• Promoting free trade

• Establishing colonies

• Exporting finished goods

• Dependence on other countries