Worksheets8th Grade 1st 9 Weeks Test Review
Total questions: 42
Worksheet time: 22mins
Which individual was given credit for the policy described in the quote below? (8.01)
- “You must obey this now for a law, that he that will not work shall not eat”
John Rolfe
Pocahontas
John White
John Smith
The settlers at Jamestown developed a relationship with the ______________. This relationship involved trading food, tools, etc. (8.01)
Iroquios
Patuxet
Powhatan
Wampanoag
Which word best describes the pilgrims’ desire to break away from the Church of England? (8.02)
Puritan
Presbyterian
Anglican
Separatist
Which of the following statements describes Massachusetts Bay as a “theocracy?” (8.03)
Settlers were allowed to own slaves.
Religious leaders were the policy makers for the colony.
Women were allowed to vote
Tobacco was the primary cash crop for the colony
Why were twenty individuals executed in Salem Village during the 1600’s? (8.03)
Disagreeing with church leaders
Holding Bible studies in their homes
They were accused of witchcraft
They converted Native Americans to Christianity
How were the colonies of Rhode Island and Connecticut different from the colony of Massachusetts Bay? (8.04)
Citizens of Rhode Island & Connecticut had more religious freedom
Citizens of Massachusetts Bay respected all religious beliefs
Massachusetts Bay allowed women to speak/hold religious meetings
Massachusetts Bay allowed open criticism of the puritan church
Why was Anne Hutchinson persecuted in Massachusetts Bay? (CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE) (8.04)
She held religious meetings in her home.
Women were not allowed to speak out in Massachusetts Bay.
She agreed with John Winthrop.
She taught principles that were different than what the church was teaching.
She criticized slavery in Massachusetts Bay.
Which of the following individuals surrendered New Netherlands to the English? (8.05)
Peter Stuyvesant
John Smith
John Rolfe
John Winthrop
Which of the following best describes colonial New York? (CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE) (8.05)
It had a diverse population.
The Duke of York was the proprietor of New York.
It was surrendered to the Dutch.
William Penn believed in taking Native American land in New York.
It was a "theocracy"
Which city did William Penn envision as a fulfillment of his “Holy Experiment?” (8.06)
Jamestown
New York City
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh
How does the excerpt below represent William Penn’s religious beliefs? (8.06)
“Now this great God hath been pleased to make me concerned in your parts of the world, and the king of the country where I live hath given unto me a great province, but I desire to enjoy it with your love and consent, that we may always live together as neighbours and friends…” – Penn’s Letter to the Indians
As a Puritan, Penn believed in the authority of the church over Native Americans
As a Separatist, Penn believed Native Americans could help him separate from the church of England.
As a Quaker, Penn believed in equality with Native Americans
As a Jew, Penn believed that Native Americans were descendants of the Israelites
1Which statement best describes the significance of the excerpt below? (8.02)
“In the name of God, Amen. We whose names are underwritten, the loyal subjects of our dread Sovereign Lord King James, by the Grace of God of Great Britain, France, and Ireland King, Defender of the Faith, etc. Having undertaken for the Glory of God and advancement of the Christian Faith and Honour of our King and Country, a Voyage to plant the First Colony in the Northern Parts of Virginia, do by these presents solemnly and mutually in the presence of God and one of another, Covenant and Combine ourselves together in a Civil Body Politic, for our better ordering and preservation and furtherance of the ends aforesaid; and by virtue hereof to enact, constitute and frame such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions and Offices from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general good of the Colony, unto which we promise all due submission and obedience. In witness whereof we have hereunder subscribed our names at Cape Cod, the 11th of November, in the year of the reign of our Sovereign Lord King James, of England, France and Ireland the eighteenth, and of Scotland the fifty-fourth. Anno Domini 1620.”
represents American independence
established the Virginia House of Burgesses
outlined the system of self-government in Plymouth
established religious freedom in Connecticut
Which individual established the colony of Georgia as a place for debtors to receive a fresh start? (8.07)
William Penn
James Oglethorpe
John Winthrop
William Bradford
In addition to being a debtor’s colony, Georgia also served as a “buffer” between the English colonies and ___________ territory. (8.07)
Dutch
French
Portuguese
Spanish
Which colonial region relied on plantation agriculture? (8.08)
New England colonies
Middle colonies
Southern colonies
Western colonies
Which colonial region was known for businesses like ship-building? (8.08)
New England colonies
Middle colonies
Southern colonies
Western colonies
Geographically, where were the English colonies located? (8.09)
The modern Southwestern United States
The Atlantic Coast
West of the Appalachian Mountains
Near the Mississippi River
Which of the following was a goal of the French colonies? (8.09)
a thriving fur trade business
spreading Puritan ideals among Native Americans
taking land away from Native Americans
the development of tobacco plantations
Which of the following best describes the Middle Passage? (8.10)
Indentured servants were transported to North America
Slaves were traded for raw materials in Africa
Slaves experienced harsh conditions on the trip from Africa to North America
Slaves were given the same treatment as indentured servants
Which of the following is an example of “passive” resistance to slavery? (8.10)
revolts
escape
faking illness
none of these
Which statement best describes the connection between the Enlightenment and the First Great Awakening? (8.11)
The First Great Awakening enhanced the ideas of the Enlightenment
The First Great Awakening led to an increase in scientific thinking and reasoning
People were less religious during the Enlightenment, therefore religious leaders were calling for a “return to faith”
The Enlightenment called for individuals to give more to their local church
What effect did the First Great Awakening have on the colonies? (8.11)
more religious tolerance
unity among the colonies
increase church attendance
all of these
Which set of British laws attempted to control international trade during the period prior to the American Revolution? (8.12)
Navigation Acts
Stamp Acts
Quartering Acts
Religious Toleration Acts
Under the economic policy of mercantilism, colonies exist to make profits for _______________. (8.12)
religious leaders
other colonies
"mother" colonies
French fur traders
How did the end of the French and Indian War affect the American Revolution? (CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE) (8.13)
The British sent more troops to the colonies
The British required settlers to live east of the Appalachian Mountains
The British began taxing the colonies less
The British ended the policy of mercantilism
The British increased taxes to pay for war debt
Prior to the French and Indian War, the British and the French were competing over _________. (8.13)
the Mississippi River
the Appalachian Mountains
the Gulf of Mexico
the Ohio River Valley
What is the significance of the image? (8.14)
It represented colonial unity against the British
It represented colonial unity against the French
It represented colonial unity against the Spanish
It represented colonial unity against Native Americans
Why is the excerpt below significant? (8.14)
“It is proposed that humble application be made for an act of Parliament of Great Britain, by virtue of which one general government may be formed in America, including all the said colonies, within and under which government each colony may retain its present constitution…”- Albany Plan of Union
It was the first attempt at a unified colonial government
It was an attempt to unite the colonies against the British
It was the last attempt at peace before the American Revolution
none of these
Why did the colonists strongly oppose the Stamp Act? (8.15)
they did not have the money to pay the tax
they did not have printed material in most colonies
they did not receive any money from the tax
they did not have any representation in Parliament
Which of the following laws were passed as punishment for the Boston Tea Party? (8.15)
Quartering Act
Intolerable Acts
Stamp Act
Townshend Acts
What is Thomas Paine arguing in the excerpt below? (8.16)
O! ye that love mankind! Ye that dare oppose not only the tyranny but the tyrant, stand forth! Every spot of the old world is overrun with oppression. Freedom hath been hunted round the Globe. Asia and Africa have long expelled her. Europe regards her like a stranger, and England hath given her warning to depart. O! receive the fugitive, and prepare in time an asylum for mankind.- Common Sense
The colonies should reconcile with the British
The colonies should welcome freedom and independence from the British
The colonies should surrender before losing more troops
The colonies should strive to be more like Asia, Africa, and Europe
How did Common Sense affect the cause for American independence? (8.16)
It convinced a large number of people to be in favor of independence
It persuaded patriots to become loyalists
It persuaded Parliament to pass less laws
It allowed the colonies to have representation in Parliament
Why is the Battle of Lexington referred to as “The Shot Heard ‘Round The World?” (8.17)
It ended the American Revolution
It was the first shots of the American Revolution
It turned things around for the British during the American Revolution
It allowed the Americans to control the Appalachian Mountains
Why did the Americans lose the Battle of Bunker Hill? (8.17)
They ran out of ammunition
The British had the high ground
The British had Native American allies
The British used sneak attacks
What is the significance of “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” in the Declaration of Independence? (CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE) (8.18)
The colonies want to take these rights away from the king
These are unalienable rights that cannot be taken away
These are natural rights that belong to everyone
These are rights that King George III only gives to British citizens
These rights are given to property owners alone
In addition to the preamble, the Declaration of Independence includes a list of grievances about ________________. (8.18)
colonial governors
slave owners
King George III
Members of the Continental Congress
Which statement best describes the difference between loyalists and patriots? (8.19)
Loyalists believe in reconciliation with the British and patriots favor revolution
Loyalists want more people to read Common Sense
Loyalists are in favor of declaring independence
Patriots are in favor of the Stamp Act
How were loyalists treated in Boston, Massachusetts during the American Revolution? (8.19)
tarred and feathered
harassed
physically attacked
all of these
Which battle is considered the turning point in the American Revolution? (8.20)
Battle of Trenton
Battle of Lexington
Battle of Concord
Battle of Saratoga
Which of the following contributed to the American victory at Yorktown? (8.20)
The French formed a blockade around Chesapeake Bay
The British were untrained
The Americans had better supplies
The Americans were receiving help from Native Americans
Which of the following are considered weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation? (MULTIPLE SELECT) (8.21)
no executive branch
no power to tax
no power to regulate trade
the president has too much power
the Federal government has too much power
Based on the primary source below and your knowledge, which statement best summarizes the significance of Shays’ Rebellion? (8.21)
"if three years ago any person had told me that at this day, I should see such a formidable rebellion against the laws & constitutions of our own making as now appears I should have thought him a bedlamite - a fit subject for a mad house." He wrote that if the government "shrinks, or is unable to enforce its laws . . . anarchy & confusion must prevail." – George Washington to Henry Knox on Shays’ Rebellion
Shays’ Rebellion showed that the government was too strong
Shays’ Rebellion caused the president to lose power
Shays’ Rebellion led to a weakening of the military
Shays’ Rebellion contributed to the need for a new Constitution
