WorksheetsUnits 1-4 SS Review (22)
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The most profitable crop in the Jamestown colony was
lumber
peanuts
corn
tobacco
Which Indian helped the Pilgrims grew food to survive the second winter at Plymouth?
Samoset
Massasoit
Pocahontas
Squanto
Which leader told the colonists at Jamestown, "If you don't work, then you don't eat!"?
Chief Powhatan
Christopher Newport
Lord De La Warr
Captain John Smith
What was the significance of the House of Burgesses?
Helped develop a representative government in Jamestown.
Established the first army in the New World.
Regulated what the people were allowed to eat.
Determined who could leave the colony.
Who developed a curing process that helped make Tobacco the "cash crop" of the Jamestown economy?
John Rolfe
John Smith
Pocahontas
Squanto
What was the disastrous winter of 1610 called in which the natives stopped providing food to the Jamestown settlers?
The Great Blizzard
Snow Fury
Dark Winter
Starving Time
What was the main motivation behind the Pilgrims Journey to America?
For Money/Wealth
For Religious freedom
For Growing Crops
For Exploring new wildlife
Before the Pilgrims went ashore they created a set of rules to help them live together peacefully with Majority rule. What was this agreement called?
Pilgrims' Pact
Plymouth Promise
House of Burgesses
Mayflower Compact
A person who wants to break away or separate from the Church of England?
Puritans
Separatists
Germans
Saxons
Which Group of separatists who landed at Plymouth Rock wanted a clean break from the Church of England?
Pilgrims
Puritans
Roanokians
Wampanoag
This colony was founded by Roger Willaims and guaranteed separation of church and state.
Rhode Island
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Vermont
Who was banished by the Puritans because they believed that God spoke directly to individuals without the need for a minister?
Anne Hutchinson
Squanto
Thomas Hooker
Roger Willams
Who left Massachusetts to establish the Connecticut colony?
Thomas Hooker
Roger Williams
Anne Hutchinson
James Oglethorpe
Who originally settled and influenced the highlighted area on the map?
Dutch (Netherlands)
French
Portugese
Italian
Which religious group treated natives fairly and were considered "pacifist" meaning they are against all violence?
Puritans
Pilgrims
Vikings
Quakers
Which group believed that women and men should be treated equally within the church?
Quakers
Puritans
Pilgrims
Natives
Why was the New England economy based off of fishing and not agriculture (farming)?
Climate too cold and the soil was too rocky
Climate was hot and not enough water
Climate was hot and crops don't grow in New England
The land was flat but it was too cold year round.
What was significant about the Puritan's New England town meetings?
All citizens with voting rights could participate
The church made laws
It was the first time men could vote
It established the rule of law.
Which nation established trading posts for fur in number 2?
France
Dutch
English
Spanish
What is a major difference between a slave and an indentured servant?
Indentured servants could go free after they pay off their debt
Slaves could go free where indentured servants could not
Indentured servants were treated worse than slaves
Indentured servants got pay and medical benefits.
What was the name of the sea route used to move slaves from West Africa to the Americas?
Middle Passage
Triangular Trade
Slave Route
Northwest Passage
Which state was called a "buffer" colony because it was created to protect the wealthy Carolinas from the Spanish and the French?
Georgia
Virginia
Massachussetts
Deleware
Which colonial region had rocky soil and a cold climate which made farming difficult?
New England
Middle Colonies
Southern Colonies
Which colonial region had abundant flat land, good soil, and long growing seasons?
New England
Middle Colonies
Southern Colonies
What were some basic beliefs of the Quakers? (CHOOSE TWO)
Pacifists - Against all violence
God only talked to Quakers
All people were equal within the church
Quakers were Gods chosen people
Slaves were ok as long as they weren't beat
What economic policy is being shown in the diagram?
Slavery
Inflation
Mercantilism
Industrialization
What was the purpose of Benjamin Franklin's cartoon?
To convince the colonies to revolt against the Spanish
to recruit men into the U.S. Army
to convince the colonists to unite for defense against the French
To push colonies to accept congressional rules.
What event renewed an interest in religion and united the colonies together?
Revolutionary War
First Great Awakening
Triangular Trade
Common Sense
What was the name of Ben Franklin's plan to united the colonies against the French?
Common Sense
New Jersey Plan
Albany Plan
Join or Die Plan
Which area on the map was claimed by both the British and the French leading to the French and Indian War?
1
2
3
4
What is the name of the location labeled #2?
Shenandoah Valley
Ohio River Valley
Mississippi River Valley
Hidden Valley Ranch
What was a primary outcome of the French and Indian War?
The British began taxing the colonists in order to pay off war debt
The British sent the French a bill for the war
The French controlled the entire eastern seaboard of North America
The colonists declared their independence.
What was designed to keep colonists from settling on land reserved for natives?
Proclamation line of 1763
Louisiana Purchase
Emancipation Proclamation
Paris of Treaty
Who started the Sons of Liberty?
Sam Adams
John Adams
Patrick Henry
Ben Franklin
Which law forced colonists to house British soldiers?
Quartering Act
Stamp Act
Sugar Act
Navigation Acts
What motivated the Sons of Liberty to carry out the Boston Tea Party?
Monopoly on Tea by the British East India Company
Writ of Assistance used by the British
Taxation on Glass
Taxation on Coffee
Which British Act was meant as punishment that closed the Boston Harbor, disbanded its colonial assemblies, and increased troop presence in Boston?
Intolerable Acts
Stamp Act
Tea Act
Townshend Acts
What resulted from the Colonists being angry about the monopoly granted to the British East India Company?
Boston Tea Party
Boston Massacre
New Hampshire Coffee Party
Navigation Acts
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Paine
George Washington
Henry Lee
Who would be loyal to the King?
Loyalists
Patriots
Why did Thomas Jefferson include a list of grievances in the Declaration of Independence?
To justify why they were declaring independence
To convince the king to lower taxes
To convince colonists of their need to submit
To highlight the deaths of Lexington-Concord
What law was passed as punishment for Boston by closing its harbor, disbanding its assembly, and increasing military presence.
Intolerable Acts
Stamp Act
Tea Act
Townshend Acts
At which battles did George Washington outsmart the British and the Hessians?
Battles of Trenton and Princeton
Battles of Lexington and Concord
Battle of Bunker Hill and Boston
Battles of Ticonderoga and Saratoga
Which battle was the turning point in the Revolutionary War?
Battle of Saratoga
Battle of Trenton
Battle of Bunker Hill
Battle of Yorktown
Why is the Battle of Saratoga considered the "turning point" in the Revolutionary War?
The French joined the US as allies
The British started retreating from the Continent.
The Germans joined the US as allies
The entire British army surrendered and the war was over
Who blocked the British escape from Yorktown and helped the United States win the war?
French Navy
German Navy
Hessian Navy
Spanish Navy
Under the Articles of Confederation the federal govt could not regulate interstate commerce (trade). Why was this an issue?
it caused conflicts between states over trade
The feds could not make states trade
It limited imports from foreign countries
It had to ask Britain to regulate trade
Why did the Articles of Confederation not allow a chief executive?
Americans feared a monarchy with a king.
Americans did not trust any of their leaders
Americans could not afford a king as they were in debt
There was no system in place for electing a president.
What was the significance of Shays' Rebellion?
It showed that the U.S. needed a govt that could protect property and enforce law and order.
It showed that the U.S. Military was strong and efficient
It allowed the U.S. to trade freely with the rest of the world.
It showed how the 2nd Amendment was dangerous.
What was the major issue that divided the members of the constitutional convention?
how to divide power between the state and federal governments.
How to abolish slavery
How to pay down the massive debt from the Revolutionary War
Establishing strong trade routes with Asia for goods.
How was the issue of how to count congressional representation per state was solved?
The Great Compromise
The compromise of 1850
Kansas/Nebraska Act
The Missouri Compromise
Who developed and explained most of the ideas found in the Constitution and is considered the "Father" of the constitution?
James Madison
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
Ben Franklin
Select the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
No executive branch (No president)
No levying (collecting) of taxes
no regulation of trade (interstate commerce)
No court system
No Legislative Branch (Congress)
division of power between the state and federal governments.
Federalism
Republicanism
Checks and Balances
Sovereignty.
Unsuccessful independent state in what is now Eastern Tennessee?
State of Franklin
State of Tennessee
State of Richmond
State of Mind
At the Constitutional Convention how were slaves to be counted for taxation and representation?
Three out of every five slaves would be counted
Three out of every five slaves would be excluded from taxes
Four out of every five slaves would be counted
Three out of every ten slaves would be counted
At the constitutional convention, which group demanded a Bill of Rights be added before they would ratify (approve)?
Anti-federalists
Federalist
Which is an example of checks and balances?
The President can veto (reject) legislation passed by Congress
The president appoints a cabinet of advisors
The Congress conducts a hearing
The Supreme Court adjourns for recess.
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?
to list the purposes of government
to establish the acceptance of a new constitution
To justify declaring independence
To warn the world that we will right for our rights.
Which group supported limited power to the federal government
Anti-Federalists
Federalists
Which constitutional principle is designed to keep any one branch from getting too much power?
Checks and balances
Habeas corpus
Sovereignty
Republicanism
Which constitutional principle is being shown in the image?
Separation of Powers
Checks and balances
Sovereignty
Federalism
Each branch of government has distinct and different powers than the others is called...
Separation of Powers
Checks and balances
Popular Sovereignty
Union
What are the 3 branches of the U.S. government?
Legislative, executive, and judicial
Legislative, Parliament, and Judiciary
Parliamentary, Articles, and Habeas Corpus
Articles, Executive, and Legality
Which Branch consists of the Congress?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
The President is the head of which branch of government?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
The Supreme Court is which branch of government?
Judicial
Legislative
Executive.
How can the Supreme Court check the power of the Congress?
It can review and declare a law unconstitutional.
It can veto laws
It can reject presidential appointments
It can establish regulatory laws.
How can the President (executive branch) check the power of Congress (legislative Branch)?
It can veto laws passed by congress
It can declare laws unconstitutional
It can deny judge nominations by Congress
It can void all Supreme Court Decisions
What is the main purpose of the first ten amendments?
to protect individual rights.
to provide a system of taxes
to guarantee the rights of the government
to protect against criticism
Which amendment was added to the Constitution because our rights should not be limited to just those in the Bill of Rights?
9th Amendment
8th Amendment
7th Amendment
10th Amendment
Which amendment provides the 5 basic freedoms including speech (RAPPS)?
1st Amendment
5th Amendment
3rd Amendment
9th Amendment
Why did the American's include the 4th Amendment into the U.S. Constitution?
The British using writs of assistance being used illegally to search for smuggled goods.
To stop the British from quartering of soldiers in American homes
To guarantee the right to a speedy trial if arrested
To guarantee rights of the states if not covered in the constitution
What amendment protects against illegal search and seizure?
1st Amendment
3rd Amendment
4th Amendment
5th Amendment
What was added to the U.S. Constitution to protect individual rights?
Bill of Rights
Preamble
List of Grievances
Article 1
Which event during Washington's presidency showed the U.S. could enforce law and order?
Whiskey Rebellion
Shays' Rebellion
XYZ Affair
Alien and Sedition Acts
What was George Washington's two warning in his farewell address?
Avoid permanent alliances and political parties
Avoid war debt and balance the budged
Universal healthcare and equity
Stop immigration and ensure domestic tranquility
This treaty secured the right of the U.S. to use the Port of New Orleans.
Pinckneys Treaty
Treaty of
Paris 1654
Treaty of Paris 1783
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
The items listed were
Precedents set by George Washington
John Adams' presidential agenda
Thomas Jefferson's Governing principles
Constitutional amendments
Who was the Leader of the Federalist Party?
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
John Jay
John Adams
Which party had a strict interpretation of the Constitution to prevent an abuse of power?
Federalists
Democratic-Republicans
Who believed that only the wealthy and educated should lead?
Federalists
Democratic-Republicans
Who wanted the nation to prosper through manufacturing and trade?
Federalists
Democratic-Republicans
Wanted the nation to prosper through agriculture?
Federalists
Democratic-Republicans
Leader of the Democratic-Republicans?
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
John Adams
John Jay
What Tennessee city was established on land acquired in the Jackson Purchase?
Memphis
Clarksville
Nashville
Chattanooga
What event led to westward expansion and the "opening" of Tennessee?
Mapping of the Cumberland Gap
Invention of the railroad
Discovery of gold in TN
XYZ Affair
The attempt of French agents to extort (get bribes) from American representatives Gerry, Pinckney, and Marshall.
XYZ Affair
Corrupt Bargain
Alien and Sedition Acts
Neutrality Act
This act (law) made it illegal to print anything negative about the US Govt. Passed during John Adams' presidency.
Alien and Sedition Acts
Whiskey Rebellion
XYZ Affair
Neutrality Act
What problem plagued John Adams during his single term as President?
War between England and France
Debt caused by the Revolutionary War
Criticism within the Federalist party
Tripoli Pirates in the Mediterranean
Who was the first governor of Tennessee?
John Sevier
William Marbury
Danial Boone
Andrew Jackson
Marbury v. Madison established the right of the SCOTUS to...
determine if state and federal laws are constitutional
determine if the president should be impeached.
balance the budget and check the power of Congress
Uphold legal contracts made by the federal government
Who was the Supreme Court justice that ruled in the Marbury v. Madison?
John Marshall
Roger Taney
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Brett Kavanaugh
Which event showed that the U.S. would not be bullied and would fight to protect its trade during Jeffersons presidency?
Conflict with the Barbary States
War of 1812
XYZ Affair
Louisiana Purchase
What was significant about the Louisiana Purchase?
size of U.S. doubled and vast new resources acquired
Gold mines were found in New Orleans
the U.S. was drawn into a war with France
There was a massive land rush to get new land
Which country sold the Louisiana Territory to the U.S.?
Britain
Spain
Prussia
France
The Louisiana Purchase gave the US access to what important trading port?
Port of Houston
Port of Baltimore
Port of Nebraska
Port of New Orleans
Who was the 3rd President of the United States?
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
James Madison
James Monroe
Who won the election of 1800?
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Aaron Burr
Alexander Hamilton
First peaceful transition of power between opposing parties
Election of 1800
Election of 1796
XYZ Affair
Alien and Sedition Acts
SCOTUS determining if a federal or state law is constitutional or not is called
Judicial Review
Judiciary Branch
Rightful Interpretation
Checks and Balances
What was the significance of the Louisiana Purchase on the U.S.?
Doubled the size of the U.S.
Vast new resources are acquired
U.S. now had all of North America
U.S. now owned the Port of New Orleans
Land rushes were commonplace after the purchase
Who did Thomas Jefferson send to explore the Louisiana Territory?
Lewis and Clark
Simon and Garfunkel
Marbury and Madison
Daniel Boone
What geographical terrain feature did Lewis and Clark primarily use to complete their journey?
River systems
Mountain Passes
Roads and Trails
Valleys and draws
Native American who served as a guide and interpreter for Lewis and Clark
Sacagawea
Squanto
Geronimo
Sitting Bull
What were the main goals of the Lewis and Clark expedition
Find and Map the Northwest Passage
Document plants, animals, geography, and natives
Establish friendly relations with Natives for future trade
Establish military outposts for future conquests
Establish trading posts for future fur trade
The Lewis and Clark expedition traveled mainly by...
Railroad
Roads/Trails
River systems
Horse and Wagon
What did the Embargo Act of 1807 do?
Stopped trade with all countries
Stopped trade with the British
Stopped trade with the French
Stopped trade with the British and French only
What is impressment?
When one person tries to make themselves look good for another person
The act of forcing U.S. sailors to serve on British ships
Paying taxes on British goods.
Putting people in prison for treason
Who was the President during the War of 1812?
Andrew Jackson
James Monroe
James Madison
Thomas Jefferson
At what battle did Andrew Jackson defeat the British in the War of 1812?
Battle of Thames
Battle of Lake Erie
Battle of Tippecanoe
Battle of New Orleans
American commander who defeated British at the the Battle of Thames and secured the northwestern U.S.
Andrew Jackson
Oliver Hazard Perry
James Madison
William Henry Harrison
Who defeated Tecumseh at the Battle of Tippecanoe?
Andrew Jackson
William Henry Harrison
Oliver Hazard Perry
James Madison
Shawnee Chief who united tribes against U.S. settlers during the War of 1812
Kicking Bird
Geronimo
Sacajawea
Tecumseh
Who wrote the Star Spangled Banner?
Oliver Hazard Perry
William Henry Harrison
Francis Scott Key
Andrew Jackson
Which battle inspired Francis Scott Key to write the Star Spangled Banner?
Battle of Fort McHenry
Battle of New Orleans
Battle of Thames
Battle of Tippecanoe
War Hawk from Kentucky
James Madison
John Marshall
Andrew Jackson
Henry Clay
What were the two parts to the Monroe Doctrine?
Europeans are welcome to colonize the western Hemisphere.
No European colonization in the western Hemisphere
U.S. would not interfere with European Affairs
U.S. would be heavily involved in Europeans affairs.
What event led to an increased feeling of unity and nationalism?
Embargo Act
War of 1812
Adams-Onis Treaty
Louisiana Purchase
What action did Thomas Jefferson take to keep the United States out of War with Great Britain as a result of their impressment of our sailors?
Embargo Act
Louisiana Purchase
War in Tripoli
Alien and Sedition Acts
What president was involved with The Monroe Doctrine?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
James Monroe
