Worksheets8.3A Practice Test
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
From 1690 to 1760, Parliament and the king of England allowed colonists in America to exercise a great deal of control over local and regional matters. Historians have described this practice as "salutary neglect." Which of the following happened as a direct result of this policy?
A. The colonies developed a strong tradition of self-government.
B. Many proprietary colonies were converted to royal colonies.
C. The colonies refused to participate in a system of common defense.
D. Many colonies sought economic aid from other countries.
From 1690 to 1760, Parliament and the king of England allowed colonists in America to exercise a great deal of control over local and regional matters. Historians have described this practice as "salutary neglect." Which of the following happened as a direct result of this policy?
A. The colonies developed a strong tradition of self-government.
B. Many proprietary colonies were converted to royal colonies.
C. The colonies refused to participate in a system of common defense.
D. Many colonies sought economic aid from other countries.
This list provides reasons for the growth of representative government during the Colonial Era. Reasons for the Growth of Representative Government • Geographic distance from England • Need for lawmaking structure • ? Which reason correctly replaces the question mark in this list?
A. Influence of John Locke and other Enlightenment philosophers
B. Ideas of John Smith and other English soldiers
C. Need to establish trading forts
D. Interest in growing cash crops
In the early days of the colonies, a belief in these rights helped lead to —
the establishment of royal courts
the growth of representative government
the implementation of the mercantile system
the abolishment of indentured servitude
Virginia House of Burgesses - Held its first meeting in 1619 - Had the power to make laws for the colony - Was the first colonial assembly of elected representatives Which statement explains the significance of this colonial institution?
The assembly served as a model for other colonial legislatures.
Colonists used the assembly to overrule decisions of the royal governor.
The assembly sent delegates to Parliament to represent Virginia.
The king revoked Virginia’s charter because the assembly became too powerful.
We whose names are underwritten . . . do by these presents solemnly and mutually in the presence of God, and one of another, covenant and combine ourselves together into a civil Body Politick, for our better Ordering and Preservation, and Furtherance of the Ends aforesaid: And by Virtue hereof do enact, constitute and frame, such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions, and Officers, 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. —Mayflower Compact, 1620
To declare independence from all European nations
To form a social contract among themselves
To demonstrate goodwill toward local American Indians
To establish trade relations with other colonies
The Virginia Company authorized a general assembly in Virginia so that colonists could —
self-govern on a local level
vote in the British Parliament
participate in a free-market economy
express dissatisfaction with British rule
What was one way slow communication with the British government affected the American colonies?
The colonies united for trade and defense.
Self-government developed in the colonies.
Smuggling of goods in the colonies decreased.
The colonies petitioned the government to establish a navy.
Why is this sequence of events important?
A. Colonists created a legislature with two houses.
B. Colonists declared independence from English rule.
C. Colonists defended the concept of unalienable rights.
D. Colonists established a tradition of self-government.
Which of the following contributed to the growth of Representative Government in the Colonies?
The Mayflower Compact and the Virginia House of Burgesses
The French Revolution and the Magna Carta
The Boston Tea Party and the Stamp Act
The Declaration of Independence and the Bill of Rights
Which document is considered a foundational step towards self-governance in the American colonies?
The Magna Carta
The Mayflower Compact
The English Bill of Rights
The Declaration of Independence
What was a significant effect of the policy of 'salutary neglect' on the American colonies?
Increased dependence on British military support
Development of independent colonial trade networks
Strengthening of colonial self-governance
Formation of a unified colonial government
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Virginia House of Burgesses?
To serve as a model for a national government
To provide a forum for colonial grievances
To negotiate treaties with Native American tribes
To establish a local legislative body
