Lessons 1-4 Chapter 1 History Quiz

What is a just ruler?

• A just ruler is one who enforces strict laws without any grace.

• A just ruler puts their own wants first.

• A just ruler is someone who avoids making any decisions.

• A just ruler is fair, treats people equally, puts the people's needs first.

What was the name of the just ruler we discussed in class?

Who was a ruler who was NOT just?

• George Washington

• Harriet Tubman

• Mother Theresa

• Andrew Jackson

Who was the English evangelist who told everyone about the gospel during the Great Awakening?

• John Wesley
• Billy Graham
• George Whitefield
• Charles Finney

Why were both of the sides of the War of 1812 not prepared for the battles?

• Lack of resources and hard travel due to lack of roads.

• Both sides had superior military resources and were overconfident.
• Only one side was unprepared due to lack of leadership.
• Both sides had extensive training and were ready for battle.

The fear of God can be compared to

• not really caring about anything

• a fear of punishment

• a belief in superstitions and omens
• the love a child has for his/her father

Why did the Puritans and Pilgrims come to the New World?

• To seek religious freedom and establish a community based on their beliefs.
• To find gold and riches
• To establish trade routes with Native Americans
• To escape from the King of England

What was Christopher Columbus really looking for when he discovered America?

• An expedition to find lost treasure.
• A shortcut to Europe for faster travel.
• A new way to get to Asia for trade.

• A new route to Africa for spices.

What was the trade between Europe and the New World called?

• Mercantilism
• Transatlantic Trade
• Columbian Exchange
• Triangle Trade

Who won the Revolutionary War after many lost battles?

• Spain
• France
• The British Empire
• The American colonies