WorksheetsUnit 1 Colonial Era Test Review
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 19mins
Which of the following was a general characteristic of the period between 1607 and 1754 in North America
increased state power due to a weak constitution
development of early representative governments
tariff disagreements among northern and southern states
decreasing the size of the republic through land purchases
The year 1607 is significant in American history because during that year —
English colonists settled at Jamestown
Sir Francis Drake set sail for the Americas
Spanish explorers landed at St. Augustine
French fur trappers mapped the Mississippi River
One of the primary motivations for British colonization in North America includes —
escaping famine
relocating criminals
exploiting Indian labor
seeking religious freedom
Which reason supports why France established North American colonies in the 1600s?
To search for valuable metals
To establish trading posts
To limit the spread of Christianity
To prevent the enslavement of African people
Anne Hutchison moved to what area and settled it for colonists that were more tolerable than Puritans?
Which statement best reflects a motivation for European exploration and colonization of North America?
“We must escape the spreading influence of Islam.”
“The land is rich with many ways to become wealthy.”
"Native tribes seek conversion to Christianity.”
“I live in Jamestown, Virginia, the first permanent English settlement in North America.”
This excerpt is from an account of the founding of Jamestown in 1607.
This plain History humbly shows the truth; that our most royal King James has place and opportunity to enlarge his ancient Dominions without wronging any; . . . and the Prince his Highness may see where to plant new Colonies. The gaining Provinces adds to the King's Crown.
—John Smith, The General History of Virginia, 1624
Based on the excerpt and your knowledge of U.S. history, why was the founding of this colony significant?
Because it offered the English access to vast gold deposits
Because it was an English settlement built on the religious freedom
Because it provided the English with immediate profits
Because it represented the first permanent English settlement
In 1620, the Pilgrims took an important step towards self-government by —
forming an alliance with American Indian tribes
creating the Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
agreeing to the provisions of the Mayflower Compact
establishing a government system with three branches
Document drafted by the settlers in the Connecticut River colony in 1639, and was the first written constitution in the colonies establishing a democratic government controlled by citizens.
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
Protestant Reformation, Puritans and Pilgrims settle in America, Maryland is established for Catholics, Roger Williams establishes Rhode Island. The events in this list had the most impact on...
Development of economic freedom
Development of political freedom
Development of religious freedom
Development of social freedom
In a Theocracy the religious leaders control and run the government, which answer demonstrates a Theocracy?
As the Pilgrims landed they created a new form of government for the people and developed the Mayflower Compact.
John Winthorpe and the religious leaders in Massachusetts removed leaders due to disagreements.
Roger Williams and Thomas Hooker set up self governments in Rhode Island and Connecticut
Anne Hutchinson fled to escape religious and political persecution.
The ____________ revitalized the idea that God is all knowing and all powerful, no government institution has power over God. The government should rule based on mercy and God's regulations, not the feelings of others.
The Second Great Awakening
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
Dictatorship of the Saints
The First Great Awakening
Strict religious leaders led with an iron hand and gave severe punishments if you went against their beliefs, this describes which religious group?
Quakers
Puritans
Pilgrims
Catholics
The Southern Colonies economy was based on the plantation system. Why did this economy develop in this area?
Fertile soil and long growing season of the area
Rocky soil and long growing season of the area
Rocky soil and short growing season of the area
Fertile soil and short growing season of the area
The New England colonies had rocky soil, cold winters, and were near the coast line. What type of economy did these conditions develop?
Shipping and Fur Trade
Agriculture
Plantation System
Trade and Agriculture
Why did European explorers search for the Northwest Passage?
To find the legendary Seven Cities of Gold
To discover new technology for crossing the Atlantic Ocean
To discover a new sea route to Asia
Which section of the colonies was known as the Bread Basket because of their good soil and great river system?
Middle Colonies
Southern Colonies
New England Colonies
The Puritans were one of the first to colonize and establish a working government in the American Colonies. What were the reasons behind Puritan migration and colonization of the New World?
The Puritans wanted to establish new trade routes.
The Puritans had become social outcast in England and no longer had religious freedom or a voice in political matters.
The Puritans were in strong standing with the royal family who sponsored their expedition.
The Puritans were searching for gold to bring back to England.
What motive was there for European rulers to colonize areas of North America?
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To negotiate trade with numerous Native Americans
To develop a location away from monarchs for religious persecution
To establish an area to be used solely for slave trade
To expand their country's influence and power by possessing additional land as well as riches
English settlers had four motives for colonization, name them:
God, Gold, and Glory
Economic Opportunity, Social Mobility, God, Glory
Social Mobility, Economic Opportunity, Political Freedom, Religious Freedom
Religious Persecution, Monarchy, Caste System
Due to the swampy conditions of Jamestown, what happened to most of the Native Americans in that area?
Mosquitoes spread disease to the Native Americans and most of them lived happy lives.
Mosquitoes spread disease to the Native Americans and most of them died.
Alligators and rattle snakes killed off most of the Indian population.
The Native Americans were very hostile towards the settlers of Jamestown, so they forced them to live in the swamps.
This Native American group created permanent villages in the Piney Woods of Texas and were excellent farmers.
Karankawa
Caddo
Commanche
Apache
European explorers interacted with the Native Americans differently. Which group allied with the Natives and exploited their expertise of farming and knowing the land?
Spanish
Dutch
French
*Long Winters
*Rocky shores
*Subsistence Farming
*Heavy dependence on the Atlantic Ocean
Which of the American Colonial regions can be described by the above traits?
New England Colonies
Southern Colonies
Middle Colonies
Western Colonies
The geographical differences between the New England, Middle and Southern colonies-
allowed each area to begin forming democratic systems of government
prompted diverse economies to develop depending on available resources
caused Britain to begin issuing protective tariffs on imported goods
permitted each region to accept religious immigrants fleeing persecution
Large amount of fertile land, need for tobacco, indigo and rice, triangular trade describes the need for:
Industrialization
Urban Expansion
Railroad System
Plantation System
Roger Williams was motivated to establish Rhode Island as a colony because he wanted to —
expand slavery into new territory
guarantee political rights for women
end state interference in church affairs
provide a safe haven for persecuted Catholics
The Mayflower Compact and ____________ contributed to the development of representative democracy in the Colonial Era.
Virginia House of Burgesses
Plan of Albany
East India Company
Hudson Bay Company
Which colonial region was most dependent on shipbuilding and fishing due to its natural resources?
Southern Colonies
Middle Colonies
Western Colonies
New England Colonies
Which of the following best explains why the Middle Colonies were known for their diversity?
They had strict laws against immigration
They relied solely on plantation agriculture
They welcomed settlers from various European countries and religions
They were founded by a single religious group
Which Native American tribe was a nomadic, horse-based warrior culture that dominated the Texas Plains and lived primarily off the buffalo?
Caddo
Comanche
Karankawa
Tonka
What natural material did the Puebloan tribes, such as the Jumano, use to construct their multi-story houses in the Mountains and Basins region of Texas?
Adobe Bricks
Grass and Mud
Animal Hides
Wooden Sticks
The disappearance of the Roanoke colonists was delayed for three years by which major European event?
Anglo-Spanish War
The French Revolution
The Black Plague
Protestant Reformation
