Studies Weekly Unit 2 Test

Goods could be moved easily in the colonies because ________.

• there were many waterways

• peddlers took them

• there were nice roads

• people lived close to each other

Answer explanation

Goods could be moved easily in the colonies primarily because there were many waterways, which facilitated transportation. This made it simpler to transport goods compared to relying solely on roads or peddlers.

What was the purpose of the New England Confederation?

• To give everyone a vote.

• to copy the Ancient Greeks

• to gather people together

• to provide for the mutual safety and welfare of its members

Answer explanation

The New England Confederation was formed to provide for the mutual safety and welfare of its members, allowing the colonies to unite for defense against common threats, rather than for voting or imitation of ancient practices.

Which of the following colonies joined the New England Confederation?

• Virginia

• Plymouth

• Rhode Island

• Maine

Answer explanation

The New England Confederation, formed in 1643, included Plymouth Colony, along with Massachusetts Bay, Connecticut, and New Haven. Virginia, Rhode Island, and Maine were not part of this early colonial alliance.

Which of the New England Colonies was founded by Captain John Mason as a haven for fishing?

• Massachusetts Bay Colony

• Plymouth Colony

• New Hampshire Colony

• Rhode Island Colony

Answer explanation

The New Hampshire Colony was founded by Captain John Mason as a fishing haven, distinguishing it from other New England Colonies like Massachusetts Bay, Plymouth, and Rhode Island, which had different founding purposes.

Which of the following are examples of direct democracy? Mark all that apply.

• sometimes referred to as town meetings

• Citizens make decisions by vote.

• Citizens make decisions in person.

• There is no need for representation.

Answer explanation

Direct democracy allows citizens to make decisions directly, as seen in town meetings, voting, and in-person decision-making. It eliminates the need for representatives, empowering citizens to participate fully.

The Middle Colonies were different from the New England Colonies because they ________.

• had not been settled by a single cultural group

• had no English people settled in them

• had farms

• had sea ports

Answer explanation

The Middle Colonies were diverse, settled by various cultural groups like the Dutch, Germans, and Swedes, unlike the New England Colonies, which were primarily settled by the English. This diversity is key to their distinction.

Compared to the New England Colonies, the Middle Colonies ________.

• had more laws

• all had policies of religious tolerance

• punished people who broke religious rules

• had more trees

Answer explanation

Compared to the New England Colonies, the Middle Colonies all had policies of religious tolerance, allowing for greater diversity in religious practices, unlike the more restrictive laws in New England.

Why are the Middle Colonies known as the “Bread Colonies”?

• The bakeries in the Middle Colonies made bread for everyone.

• The farmers in the Middle Colonies grew grains used to make bread.

• The Middle Colonies are shaped like a loaf of bread.

• The people in the Middle Colonies refused to eat anything except bread.

Answer explanation

The Middle Colonies are known as the "Bread Colonies" because the farmers in this region grew grains like wheat and barley, which are essential ingredients for making bread.

What was the capital of the U.S. during the Revolutionary War?

• New York City

• Washington, D.C.

• Philadelphia

• Boston

Answer explanation

During the Revolutionary War, Philadelphia served as the capital of the United States from 1775 to 1783, hosting the Continental Congress and key events, making it the correct answer.

What measurement was used to determine the boundaries of the newly purchased land?

• Surveyors would come and mark off the boundaries.

• It would be measured by how far a man could walk in a day and a half.

• Someone would walk across the land and count their steps.

• It would be measured by how far a person could see while standing on a hill.

Answer explanation

The correct choice indicates that the land boundaries were determined by how far a man could walk in a day and a half, which reflects a common historical method of measuring land.