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TCAP Review Questions

Total questions: 83

Worksheet time: 7hrs 55mins

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Class
Date
1.

Based on the items on the list and your knowledge of early colonial history, which outcome was prompted by these interactions?

a)

The policies encouraged colonists to join militias.

b)

The policies required economic control over the colonists.

c)

The policies encouraged patterns of individualism among the colonists.

d)

he policies forced colonists to move westward in search of new opportunities

2.

Based on your knowledge of early colonial history, which statement identifies a goal of the First Great Awakening?

a)

Statement 1

b)

Statement 2

c)

Statement 3

d)

Statement 4

3.

Why did President James Monroe issue the Monroe Doctrine in 1823?

a)

Many British military leaders called for the invasion of Latin America.

b)

Many Latin American countries had recently become independent from Spain.

c)

European nations had entered into a number of wars involving conflicting religious groups.

d)

Previous presidents had urged the United States to ally themselves with European nations.

4.

Which statement describes the impact of the event in the headline?

a)

Foreign merchants gained the right to open shops.

b)

Colonists had the right to claim American Indian lands.

c)

Colonists had more freedom to criticize government officials.

d)

Royal governors had unrestricted power to request British troops.

5.

Which statement describes an outcome of the law that created the divisions shown on the map?

a)

It set the precedent for the eventual abolition of slavery

b)

It became the law which supported the Dred Scott decision.

c)

It allowed western states to vote on whether to be free or slave states.

d)

It set the precedent that Congress could make laws attempting to regulate slavery

6.

Why were the Alien and Sedition Acts an important issue during the 1800 presidential election?

a)

because they made it easier for immigrants to vote

b)

because they seemed to conflict with freedom of speech

c)

because they caused a problem with the electoral process

d)

because they established an embargo interrupting free trade

7.

What is being described in the box above?

a)

Navigation Acts

b)

Mercantilism

c)

Salutary Neglect

d)

Townshend Acts

8.

Which statement would have been made by a Federalist during the debate over ratification of the U.S. Constitution?

a)

Rejection of the Constitution would result in civil disorder

b)

Guarantees of individual rights should be in the Constitution

c)

The Constitution only represents the interests of the wealthy

d)

The Constitution gives too much power to the central government

9.

What was the purpose of the document below?

a)

To divide and sell land in the Northwest Territory.

b)

To ban slavery in selected lots

c)

To mandate education in each township

d)

To require slavery in selected townships

10.

Define separation of powers.

a)

It means that each branch of government can boost the power and responsibilities of the other branches

b)

It divides the powers of government so that no one branch can pose a threat to popular rights

c)

It relates to the principle of checks and balances, which supports the unlimited power of the government

d)

It is intended to enable the federal government to declare war with the combined approval of all three branches

11.

Why was Valley Forge such a difficult time for the Continental Army?

a)

The army lacked protection and supplies for the harsh winter weather

b)

The army began to turn against the revolution

c)

The army lost several important battles

d)

 The army refused to attend spy training

12.

Which of the three colonial regions was the most reliant on the ocean for its economy?

a)

Southern

b)

Middle

c)

New England

13.

Which number on this map shows the location of colonial New York?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

14.

(a)   can veto a law passed by Congress

15.

(a)   can declare laws unconstitutional

16.

(a)   nominates judges to the Supreme Court

17.

(a)   can override a presidential veto with a 2/3 majority vote

18.

(a)   can reject presidential nominations to the Supreme Court

19.

(a)   may declare executive actions unconstitutional

20.

(a)   may reject treaties

21.

(a)   may impeach the president

22.

Identify the push factors for Irish immigrants in the 19th century:

(a)  

23.

Which President is associated with the Indian

Removal Act?

a)

Andrew Johnson

b)

Andrew Jackson

c)

Abraham Lincoln

d)

George Washington

24.

Which piece of legislation caused the Trail of Tears?

a)

Dawes Act

b)

Great Compromise

c)

3/5 Compromise

d)

Indian Removal Act

25.

Name of the land we gained after the Mexican American War

a)

13 colonies

b)

Treaty of Paris

c)

Louisiana Purchase

d)

Mexican Cession

26.

Which was territory was added to complete the currrent states of New Mexico and Arizona?

a)

Oregon Purchase

b)

Gadsden Purchase

c)

Texas Annexation

d)

Louisiana Purchase

27.

Which is the original 13 colonies?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

28.

Which is the Louisiana Purchase?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

29.

Which is the Texas Annexation?

a)

5

b)

6

c)

7

d)

8

30.
Which action established a court system and gave the federal courts the power to reverse state decisions?
a)
Judiciary Act of 1789
b)
Proclamation of Neutrality
c)
Jay's Treaty
d)
Alien and Sedition Acts
31.
During Washington's presidency, the British began capturing American ships and forcing the sailors to join the British navy.  What was this practice called?
a)
neutrality
b)
impressment
c)
nullification
d)
judicial review
32.
What are the first ten amendments that were added to the Constitution?
a)
Proclamation of Neutrality
b)
Bill of Rights
c)
Judiciary Act of 1789
d)
Declaration of Independence
33.
Which of the following was NOT a result of the Whiskey Rebellion?
a)
Hamilton's tax was removed from whiskey
b)
It showed the government would use force to maintain order
c)
The rebellion collapsed soon after federal troops were sent to Pennsylvania
d)
Government leaders were alarmed
34.
In his Farewell Address, George Washington advised against what?
a)
Forming alliances with other countries
b)
Angering Native Americans
c)
Going to war with Spain
d)
Electing Thomas Jefferson
35.

Which word best describes the time Washington's troops spent at Valley Forge, PA?

a)

Forgettable

b)

Quick

c)

Endlesss

d)

Harsh

36.

Some people wanted Washington to become king. Why did he say no?

a)

He respected the principles of democracy

b)

He wanted to return to his family farm

c)

He was sick and tired of arguing with Congress

d)

He knew he lacked strong leadership qualities.

37.

Americans who remained loyal to Great Britain were called

a)

Separatists

b)

Patriots

c)

Loyalists

d)

Sons of Liberty

38.

What was the name given to Americans who supported independence?

a)

Tories

b)

Patriots

c)

Separatists

d)

Loyalists

39.

Which three statements are true of the picture below…

a)

French and Indian War – Washington – Ft Duquesne

b)

Revolutionary War – Boston Tea Party – Freezing temperatures

c)

Revolutionary War – Valley Forge – Crossing the Delaware River

d)

Revolutionary War – Washington – Crossing the Delaware River

40.

Why was the American victory at Saratoga a turning point of the war?

a)

King George III agreed to give the Americans their independence after the battle at

Saratoga.

b)

General Howe met with General Washington after the battle at Saratoga.

c)

The French announced their support for the Americans after the battle at Saratoga.

d)

The Americans convinced the British forces to give up after the battle at Saratoga.

41.

What is the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

a)

The Americans defeated the British, ending the American Revolution and verifying

America’s independence from Britain.

b)

The British defeated the Americans, but suffered heavy losses. They realized that

defeating the colonists would not be quick or easy.

c)

George Washington led his army across the Delaware River on Christmas night, surprising

the Hessians and defeating them, thus boosting American morale.

d)

It was the turning point of the American Revolution as the American victory convinced

France to join the war to assist the Americans.

e)

“The shot heard ‘round the world” started the American Revolution.

42.

What is the significance of Valley Forge for the Continental Army?

a)

George Washington led the Continental Army to a key victory against the British at this site

b)

Many of George Washington’s soldiers were forced to eat fire cake and died of small pox

at this site.

c)

George Washington kept the Continental Army together through a harsh winter at this site.

d)

George Washington officially took command of the Continental Army at this site.

43.

What happened at Valley Forge? Why are there monuments located there today?

a)

It was the location of the biggest battle of the Revolutionary War; It turned the tide of war to

Americas favor despite being outnumbered

b)

Washington crossed the nearby river for a sneak attack on the British; it was the first great

American victory

c)

It was a camp that Washington established in the winter months, conditions were bad and

many were sick and some died

d)

It was the location of Final Battle of the Revolution and where the British signed the peace

treaty

44.

Which Prussian officer helped train the soldiers of the Continental Army at Valley Forge so that

they would be a more professional and effective fighting force?

a)

Casimir Pulaski

b)

Marquis de Lafayette

c)

Friedrich von Steuben

d)

Juan de Miralles

45.

In which battle did Washington's army and the French fleet surrounded the main British army in the South Cornwallis to surrender? It was the last major battle of the war.

a)

Lexington and Concord

b)

Bunker Hill

c)

Saratoga

d)

Yorktown

46.

Who was the president of the Confederacy?

a)

Abraham Lincoln

b)

Ulysses S. Grant

c)

Jefferson Davis

d)

Robert E. Lee

47.

Who was the general that surrendered to General Grant at Appomattox Courthouse in 1865 ending the Civil War?

a)

Stonewall Jackson

b)

Robert E. Lee

c)

Winfield Scott

d)

Abraham Lincoln

48.

Where did Robert E. Lee surrender to Ulysses S. Grant, ending the Civil War?

a)

Washington, D.C.

b)

Richmond, Virginia

c)

Appomattox Court House, Virginia

d)

Atlanta, Georgia

49.

What was the purpose of General William T. Sherman's "March to the Sea"?

a)

to free all remaining slaves held by Southern plantation owners

b)

to punish the South for daring to secede from the Union

c)

to weaken Southern morale and bring an end to the war by using total war

d)

to allow his hungry and tired troops to acquire necessary supplies

50.
This was the President of the Union.
a)
Jefferson Davis
b)
Robert E. Lee
c)
Ulysses S Grant
d)
Abraham Lincoln
51.

What river was an important resource during the war?

a)

Missouri

b)

Mississippi

c)

Amazon

d)

Delaware

52.

What document does Lincoln refer to in the Gettysburg Address to remind people that "all men are created equal"?

a)

Declaration of Independence

b)

Constitution

c)

Mayflower Compact

53.

What advantages did the North have? (Choose all that apply.)

a)

stronger economy

b)

bigger army

c)

bigger navy

d)

wise president

e)

excellent military leaders

54.

What advantages did the South have? (Choose all that apply.)

a)

stronger economy

b)

bigger army

c)

bigger navy

d)

fought on familiar land

e)

excellent military leaders

55.

Which compromise outlawed slavery above the 36 30' line in the Louisiana Territory?

a)

Missouri Compromise

b)

Compromise of 1850

c)

Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854

d)

Louisiana Compromise

56.

This law required the return of runaway slaves even in free states and affected free African-Americans as well.

a)

Runaway and Return Act

b)

Underground Railroad Act

c)

Fugitive Slave Act

d)

Southern Slave Act

57.

Which region had an economy primarily based on agriculture and slave labor.

a)

North

b)

South

c)

West

58.

This individual sued his slave owner for his freedom but lost his case as was declared a slave for life.

a)

Frederick Douglass

b)

W.E.B. DuBois

c)

Dred Scott

d)

Hiram Rhodes Revels

59.

"People can now vote on slavery! There has been so much fighting and bloodshed lately!" Which act/event is best described by this statement?

a)

Missouri Compromise

b)

Compromise of 1850

c)

Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854

d)

Wilmot Proviso

60.

Which set of words best describes the "Nullification Crisis"?

a)

tariffs, manufacturing, James K. Polk, Alabama, cotton, nullify

b)

South Carolina, tariffs, unconstitutional, cotton, John C. Calhoun, nullify

c)

Andrew Jackson, Native Americans, Georgia, Cherokee, Supreme Court

d)

Andrew Jackson, tariffs, Mexican Cession, manufacturing, Cherokee, Florida

61.

This novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe brought awareness to slavery and helped increase abolition.

a)

The Underground Railroad

b)

The Scarlet Letter

c)

Uncle Tom's Cabin

d)

The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

62.

Which two states were added as a result of a compromise passed in 1820?

a)

Kansas and Nebraska

b)

California and Nebraska

c)

Kansas and Missouri

d)

Missouri and Maine

63.

Who is the slave or former slave that lost his case, then won his case, then lost his case and then took his case all the way to the Federal Supreme Court and lost his case trying to gain his freedom?

a)

Plessy Ferguson

b)

Frederick Douglass

c)

Dred Scott

d)

Stephen Douglas

64.

In the Dred Scott decision, the Supreme Court...

a)

avoided controversy by ruling that Dred Scott had no right to sue in federal court.

b)

ruled that slaves could sue in federal court only if their masters allowed them to do so.

c)

ruled that Congress could not prohibit slavery in the territories because slaves were private property.

d)

ruled that a slave that had been transported to a free state or territory was a free citizen of the Untied States.

65.

The Compromise of 1850...

a)

allowed California to enter as a free state.

b)

gave all of the land taken from Mexico to Texas.

c)

banned slavery in Texas

d)

ended the Fugitive Slave law.

66.

An abolitionist supported which of the following causes?

a)

outlawing alcohol

b)

limiting slavery to southern states

c)

ending slavery

d)

ending women's suffrage

67.

Which region of the country had a lot of manufacturing?

a)

The North

b)

The South

c)

The West

68.

What Did The Kansas Nebraska Act Do Between The North And The South?

a)

Created peaceful tensions between them

b)

Raised the tensions between the sides and started a mini war

69.

Kansas earned this nickname as a result of the violence that broke out over disagreements for the expansion of slavery.

a)

Pottowatomie massacre

b)

The Jayhawk State

c)

Bleeding Kansas

d)

The mob state

70.
Cultural and political differences that divided the country 
a)
sectionalism
b)
secede
c)
slave state
d)
free state
71.
To leave, or quit, a group or union
a)
secede
b)
state's rights
c)
sectionalism
d)
habeas corpus
72.
What did the 13th Amendment do?
a)
made slavery illegal
b)
made former slaves citizens and gave them rights
c)
gave black men the right to vote
d)
gave former slaves land to begin farms
73.
What did the 14th Amendment do?
a)
made slavery illegal
b)
made former slaves citizens and gave them rights
c)
gave black men the right to vote
d)
gave former slaves land to begin farms
74.
What did the 15th Amendment do?
a)
made slavery illegal
b)
made former slaves citizens and gave them rights
c)
gave black men the right to vote
d)
gave former slaves land to begin farms
75.
What was Reconstruction?
a)
equal treatment for all people
b)
the forced separation of races
c)
a farmer shares part of his crop to pay for land
d)
the period of time after the Civil War
76.
The US government created what organization to help former slaves and poor whites?
a)
Bureau of Parks and Recreation
b)
Free Food Bureau
c)
Jobs and Education Bureau
d)
Freedman's Bureau
77.
These were laws that made it illegal for African Americans to live or work in certain areas and allowed whites to arrest African Americans who were not working.  Once arrested they would be forcibly assigned to work for white landowners. 
a)
Freedman's Bureau Laws
b)
Reconstruction Acts
c)
Black Codes
d)
Jim Crow Laws
78.
Reconstruction was the process of
a)
rebuilding the South after the Civil War
b)
creating land zones for freedmen after the Civil War
c)
instituting Black Codes for former slaves
d)
eliminating the plantation economy in the South
79.
Northerners who migrated to the mostly destroyed post-war south to make large profits and/or help freedmen were known as
a)
Scalawags
b)
Ku Klux Klan
c)
Carpetbaggers
d)
Sharecroppers
80.
Hayes agreed to remove federal troops from the South in order to win the Presidency in the Election of 1876. This--
a)
started Reconstruction
b)
got him impeached
c)
made Southern Democrats angry
d)
ended Reconstruction
81.

Which of the following is true about sharecropping

a)

Sharecropping favored the freeedmen.

b)

Many freedmen were able to buy new homes through sharecropping

c)

Most sharecroppers remained in debt or in a cycle of poverty

d)

Many state governments offered loan for sharecropping farmers.

82.
As sharecroppers former slaves were given a place to live, seeds, and equipment in order produce crops.  The land owner received a ________ of all crops grown
a)
Share
b)
Parcel
c)
Ownership
83.
What organization was designed to intimidate former slaves and anyone who supported former slaves?
a)
Ku Klux Klan
b)
Freedmen s Bureau 
c)
Black Codes