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Nathaniel Bacon's Rebellion Quiz

Nathaniel Bacon's Rebellion Quiz

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

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Created by

Jennifer Brown

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary cause of the rebellion in Virginia in 1676?

The tyranny of Governor Sir William Berkeley

The economic downturn in the colony

The colonists' desire for independence from England

The influence of Nathaniel Bacon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main grievance of the colonists against Governor Berkeley?

His failure to protect them from Indian attacks

His refusal to trade with the Indians

His high taxation policies

His alliance with Nathaniel Bacon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Nathaniel Bacon and what role did he play in the rebellion?

A British soldier sent to suppress the rebellion

A local merchant who funded the rebellion

A newcomer to Virginia who became a leader against the governor

A Native American chief who allied with the colonists

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did Bacon take after his overseer was killed by Indians?

He sought revenge by attacking the Indians

He appealed to the British Crown for help

He moved to another colony

He negotiated peace with the Indians

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Governor Berkeley initially respond to Bacon's actions against the Indians?

He supported Bacon's actions

He ignored Bacon's actions

He declared Bacon and his followers as rebels

He joined Bacon in the fight against the Indians

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the colonists react to Berkeley's proclamation against Bacon?

They sought help from England

They rallied behind Bacon

They returned to their homes

They supported Berkeley

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Bacon's confrontation with Governor Berkeley in Jamestown?

Berkeley fled to England

Bacon received a commission as general

Bacon was executed for treason

The rebellion ended immediately

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