Colonial America Quiz

Who established the colony of Massachusetts?

• Lord Baltimore

• John Winthrop

• William Penn

• Roger Williams

In what year was Massachusetts established?

• 1620

• 1630

• 1634

• 1640

What was Maryland founded as a haven for?

• Puritans

• Quakers

• Catholics

• Pilgrims

What was the religious tolerance like in Massachusetts?

• Complete freedom

• Limited tolerance

• No tolerance

• Moderate tolerance

During which historical event was "Common Sense" written?

• The Civil War

• The American Revolution

• The War of 1812

• The French Revolution

What is the role of the President in the government?

• Makes laws

• Interprets laws

• Enforces laws and runs the country

• Decides if laws are fair

Who was the Chief Justice during the Marbury v. Madison case?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• John Marshall

• James Madison

What did the Supreme Court lack the power to do in Marbury v. Madison?

• Appoint Marbury directly

• Force Jefferson to deliver the papers

• Overturn the election

• Change the Constitution

What was the long-term impact of the Marbury v. Madison decision?

• It weakened the Supreme Court.

• It established judicial review.

• It led to Marbury's presidency.

• It was overturned quickly.

What is the guarantee related to trial speed?

• Guarantee of a speedy trial

• Guarantee of a delayed trial

• No guarantee of trial speed

• Guarantee of a slow trial