Final Exam Study Guide

Which American colony, established in 1607, was the first permanent English settlement in North America?

• Jamestown
• Plymouth
• Roanoke
• Salem

Which statement best describes the impact of colonization on Native American populations?

• Colonization had no impact on Native American populations.
• Colonization led to the preservation of Native American cultures.
• Colonization caused the death of thousands of Native Americans from diseases.

• Colonization improved the quality of life for Native American populations.

Fishing, shipbuilding, and lumbering were common industries in which region of the American colonies?

• Western colonies
• Mid-Atlantic colonies
• Southern colonies
• New England colonies

Which region of the American colonies was a "melting pot" of different cultures and religions?

• Western Colonies
• Middle Colonies
• New England Colonies
• Southern Colonies

A strong belief in hard work and thrift is a characteristic of which group of American colonists?

• Frontiersmen
• Puritans
• Quakers
• Loyalists

Thomas Jefferson: Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
John Locke:

• life, liberty, and freedom

• life, liberty, and money

• life, liberty, and property

• life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness

What was the first battle(s) in the war for American Independence?

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

During which event did American colonists dump tea into the Boston Harbor while dressed as Native Americans?

• Philadelphia Cider Riot
• New York Tea Celebration
• Boston Coffee Party
• Boston Tea Party

What is the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

• The Battle of Saratoga was a naval battle
• The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the American Revolutionary War.
• The Battle of Saratoga took place in the Civil War
• The Battle of Saratoga was fought in Asia

Why did British Parliament pass the Intolerable Acts?

• In response to the French and Indian War
• To promote peace with the colonies
• In response to the Boston Tea Party
• To support the American Revolution