Exploring Early America for the US History STAAR

The video covers key events in US history, including the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the drafting of the Declaration of Independence. It discusses the Articles of Confederation, the US Constitution, and its amendments. Important figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson are highlighted. The video also explores American ideals such as liberty and individualism, and the impact of the Civil War on the nation.

What was the main cause of the American Revolution?

• Land disputes

• Slavery

• Religious freedom

• Taxation without representation

Which act was one of the taxes implemented to pay for the French and Indian War?

• Property Tax Act

• Sales Tax Act

• Stamp Act

• Income Tax Act

Who was appointed as the commander of the Continental Army by the Second Continental Congress?

• John Hancock

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Rush

• George Washington

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?

• George Washington

• John Jay

• Thomas Jefferson

• Benjamin Franklin

Which founding father was also the first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?

• John Adams

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

• John Jay

Who was the only Roman Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence?

• Charles Carroll

• John Hancock

• Benjamin Rush

• John Witherspoon

What does the U.S. Constitution's preamble aim to establish?

• A trade agreement

• A new continent

• A perfect union

• A monarchy

What principle ensures that no branch of government becomes too powerful?

• Checks and Balances

• Federalism

• Popular Sovereignty

• Republicanism

Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?

• Fifth Amendment

• Seventh Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

• 12th Amendment

• 13th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 14th Amendment