American History Quiz

Which governmental system was established by the early American settlers?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Theocracy

What impact did the expansion of voting rights have on American elections and political movements?

• Increased voter turnout

• Decreased political activism

• Limited political diversity

• Strengthened political elites

When analyzing economic decisions in early American history, what concept examines the costs and benefits of society as a whole and individuals?

• Supply and demand

• Marginal utility

• Opportunity cost

• Market equilibrium

Which of the following best describes the economic strength of the North during the Civil War?

• Abundance of agricultural land

• Reliance on slave labor

• Strong industrial infrastructure

• Limited access to transportation

What was a major economic weakness of the South before the Civil War?

• Strong manufacturing base

• Dependence on cash crops

• Abundant natural resources

• Diverse economy

How did the changing boundaries of the United States represent relationships with Native Americans?

• Increased cooperation and mutual respect

• Heightened tensions and conflicts

• Complete assimilation

• Shared economic prosperity

Which major population pattern affected cultures and community life in the United States between 1812-1848?

• Urbanization

• Industrialization

• Immigration

• Westward expansion

What were the causes of demographic shifts and internal migrations in American history?

• Political stability

• Economic prosperity

• Social inequality

• Cultural peace

Which tool is used to analyze a chronological sequence of related events in American history?

• Historical map

• Timeline

• Chart

• Graph

What is the connection between historical context and peoples’ perspectives at the time? Are they unrelated?

• They are unrelated

• Historical context shapes peoples’ perspectives

• Peoples’ perspectives shape historical context

• They have no impact on each other