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WorksheetsFirst half 7th grade
Total questions: 99
Worksheet time: 50mins
The Declaration of Independence was written to:
Establish a new government for the colonies
Declare independence from Britain
Form an alliance with France
End the Revolutionary War
The author of the Declaration of Independence was:
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
John Adams
The date of the Declaration of Independence is:
July 4, 1776
December 25, 1776
September 17, 1787
April 19, 1775
The 4 parts of the Declaration of Independence are:
Preamble, Declaration of Rights, List of Grievances, Resolution of Independence
Introduction, Bill of Rights, List of Amendments, Conclusion
Preamble, Articles, Amendments, Bill of Rights
Introduction, Grievances, Constitution, Bill of Rights
Name 2 complaints the colonists had.
High taxes and lack of representation
Religious freedom and better weather
More land and new technology
Better trade and more gold
The purpose of government is:
to maintain order and provide services
to create chaos
to avoid making laws
to ignore citizens' needs
If the government does not protect our rights, what should happen to it?
It should be replaced
It should be rewarded
It should be ignored
It should be given more power
The government should protect which 3 rights?
Life, Liberty, and Property
Speech, Travel, and Wealth
Voting, Education, and Health
Work, Housing, and Food
Which of the following best describes the British Army's advantages and disadvantages?
They had a strong navy but faced unfamiliar terrain.
They had fewer resources but knew the land well.
They relied on local support but lacked training.
They had limited supplies but superior numbers.
Which of the following best describes the U.S. Army's advantages and disadvantages?
Strong leadership and home advantage, but poorly trained and supplied
Large navy and well-trained soldiers, but lacked motivation
Superior technology and numbers, but no foreign allies
Excellent supply lines and experienced troops, but weak leadership
The Battle of Saratoga was significant in the Revolutionary War because:
It marked the turning point of the war and led to France joining the American side.
It was the final battle of the war, resulting in British surrender.
It was the first battle fought on American soil.
It resulted in the capture of George Washington.
The Battle of Trenton resulted in which of the following outcomes?
A decisive American victory that boosted morale
A British victory that ended the war
A stalemate with heavy losses on both sides
An inconclusive skirmish with no clear winner
The Battle of Yorktown resulted in which of the following outcomes?
The British surrendered, effectively ending the American Revolutionary War.
The Americans retreated, prolonging the war.
The French withdrew their support from the Americans.
The British gained control of New York.
The Olive Branch Petition was:
a peace offering sent by the American colonists to King George III
a declaration of independence by the colonies
a military alliance between the colonies and France
a tax imposed by the British Parliament
Loyalists:
Colonists who remained loyal to Britain during the American Revolution.
Colonists who supported independence from Britain.
Native Americans who fought for the French.
British soldiers stationed in the colonies.
Who fought with the British (allies) during Rev. War
German Hessians, Loyalists, and some Native American tribes.
French, Patriots, and Spanish.
Patriots, French, and Dutch.
Spanish, Patriots, and African slaves.
Who fought with the U.S. (allies) during Rev. War
France, Spain, and the Netherlands.
Germany, Italy, and Austria.
Russia, Prussia, and Sweden.
Portugal, Denmark, and Norway.
List the OLD WAY of Government
God, government/kings, people.
People, government/kings, God.
Government/kings, people, God.
People, God, government/kings.
List the NEW (TJ) WAY of Government:
God, people, government.
Government, people, God.
People, government, God.
Government, God, people.
Tyranny:
Cruel and oppressive government or rule.
A form of democratic leadership.
A peaceful negotiation process.
A system of fair justice.
New tactics used by U.S. during revolutionary war
Guerrilla warfare, surprise attacks, and hit-and-run tactics.
Trench warfare and chemical weapons.
Nuclear bombings and drone strikes.
Naval blockades and air raids.
Definition of Mercenary or Hessian
A mercenary is a professional soldier hired to serve in a foreign army. Hessians were German mercenaries hired by the British during the American Revolution.
A mercenary is a local farmer who supports his own country's army. Hessians were American volunteers during the Civil War.
A mercenary is a diplomat sent to negotiate peace. Hessians were French allies of the Americans.
A mercenary is a sailor hired to transport goods. Hessians were Spanish traders in the colonies.
Name and describe the weaknesses (at least three) of our first government
The first government (Articles of Confederation) had no power to tax, no executive branch, and no power to regulate trade.
The first government (Articles of Confederation) had a strong executive branch, could easily tax citizens, and regulated all trade.
The first government (Articles of Confederation) had a powerful national army, a single national currency, and a strong president.
The first government (Articles of Confederation) had the power to enforce laws, control the judiciary, and appoint state governors.
What did big and small states receive with the Great Compromise
Big states received representation by population in the House of Representatives; small states received equal representation in the Senate.
Big states received equal representation in both houses; small states received no representation.
Big states received more senators; small states received more representatives.
Big states received the right to veto laws; small states received extra tax benefits.
Father of the Constitution
James Madison.
George Washington.
Thomas Jefferson.
Benjamin Franklin.
Federalism definition
A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units (states).
A system where all power is held by a single central authority.
A form of government where the military holds all power.
A system in which only local governments have authority.
Executive Branch: Name its position and job
The President; enforces laws and leads the country.
The Supreme Court; interprets laws and settles disputes.
The Congress; creates laws and controls the budget.
The Governor; manages state parks and wildlife.
Legislative Branch: Its position and job are:
Executive; enforces laws
Legislative; makes laws
Judicial; interprets laws
Legislative; enforces laws
Judicial Branch: Name its position and job.
It interprets laws and is the Supreme Court.
It makes laws and is Congress.
It enforces laws and is the President.
It collects taxes and is the IRS.
Amendments are:
Changes or additions to a document or law
A type of government
A form of punishment
A type of election
Checks and Balances are:
A system that allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches
A process for electing government officials
A method for balancing the federal budget
A type of government tax
Which of the following best describes the Bill of Rights?
The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing individual freedoms
A list of laws passed by Congress in 1800
A treaty signed between the U.S. and Britain
A declaration of war against foreign nations
The Electoral College is:
A group of people who formally elect the President and Vice President of the United States
A college where politicians study
A government building in Washington, D.C.
A type of voting machine
BICAMERAL refers to a government with how many legislative chambers?
One
Two
Three
Four
Which of the following are ways that each Branch can check the other branches?
Vetoing laws, declaring laws unconstitutional, appointing judges
Ignoring laws, creating new branches, dissolving Congress
Passing laws without approval, removing the President without cause, ignoring the Supreme Court
Allowing unlimited terms for officials, bypassing the Constitution, eliminating checks and balances
How many Amendments total have been added to the Constitution?
10
27
50
33
How many Amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
5
10
12
27
Who fought to ADD the Bill of Rights to the Constitution?
Federalists
Anti-Federalists
Loyalists
Patriots
Who has powers to impeach? (what BRANCH)
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
State Branch
The power to Veto belongs to which branch?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Military
Who picks judges? (what BRANCH)
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
State
Mountain Men were:
early American fur trappers and explorers
Native American chiefs
settlers from Europe
gold miners in California
Destiny means:
A plan for the future
A person's fate or predetermined course of events
A type of game
A lucky charm
Manifest Destiny: Supported by whom?
A. American expansionists
B. British loyalists
C. French settlers
D. Native American tribes
Manifest Destiny: Who was against it?
Supporters of westward expansion
Abolitionists and some Native Americans
Pioneers and settlers
Land speculators
Manifest Destiny: They moved in which direction?
North
South
East
West
Texas took a long time to be annexed because:
It was far from the United States.
There were debates over slavery and international relations.
It had a small population.
It was not interested in joining the U.S.
What justified Texas Independence from Mexico (what made it okay in their minds)?
They believed Mexico had violated their rights and failed to protect their interests.
They wanted to expand slavery into new territories.
They sought to join the United States for economic reasons.
They were influenced by European powers to rebel.
Indian Removal Act: it gave the President permission to:
Purchase land from Native Americans
Move Native Americans west of the Mississippi River
Grant citizenship to Native Americans
Abolish all Native American tribes
Indian Removal Act was signed by which President?
Andrew Jackson
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
James Madison
The Trail of Tears refers to:
A series of forced relocations of Native Americans with harsh and deadly conditions
A peaceful migration of settlers to the West
A trade route used by early American pioneers
A path used for gold mining expeditions
Native Americans were sent to which location on the Trail of Tears?
California
Oklahoma
Texas
Florida
Which country lost Texas and had to agree to the Mexican Cession, losing over 1/2 of their territory?
France
Spain
Mexico
United States
The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo:
Ended the Mexican-American War and ceded large territories to the United States.
Established the United Nations.
Started the American Civil War.
Abolished slavery in the United States.
California and Oregon in the 1840's were primarily known for:
Gold Rush and westward migration
Industrial Revolution
Civil War battles
Railroad expansion
Who sought religious freedom out West? What trail did they take?
The Mormons; the Oregon Trail
The Mormons; the Mormon Trail
The Quakers; the Santa Fe Trail
The Puritans; the California Trail
What happened to California's population after gold rush?
It decreased significantly
It remained the same
It increased rapidly
It disappeared completely
Nickname for Gold-Seekers:
Forty-Niners
Minutemen
Rough Riders
Buffalo Soldiers
The cotton gin:
increased the speed of separating cotton fibers from seeds
was used to plant cotton seeds
was a type of cotton fabric
reduced the need for cotton farming
Who invented the cotton gin?
Eli Whitney
James Watt
Samuel Morse
Robert Fulton
The cotton gin had what effect on slavery?
It decreased the need for slaves
It had no effect on slavery
It increased the demand for slaves
It ended slavery
Industry/Economy for the NORTH
The North's economy was based on industry, manufacturing, and commerce.
The North's economy was based on agriculture and plantations.
The North's economy relied mainly on fishing and whaling.
The North's economy was centered around mining and forestry.
Industry/Economy for the SOUTH
The South's economy was based on agriculture, especially cash crops like cotton and tobacco, and relied heavily on slave labor.
The South's economy was primarily industrial, focusing on manufacturing and mining.
The South's economy was driven by fishing and shipbuilding industries.
The South's economy was centered around technology and finance sectors.
What are cash crops?
Cash crops are crops grown for sale and profit rather than for personal use, such as cotton, tobacco, and sugarcane.
Cash crops are crops grown only for feeding livestock.
Cash crops are crops that are always grown in home gardens for family consumption.
Cash crops are crops that require no irrigation or fertilizers.
Is the following NORTH or SOUTH prior to the Civil War: Small farms, no slavery, factories
North
South
Definition of abolition
Abolition is the movement to end slavery.
Abolition is the process of creating new laws.
Abolition is the support for colonization.
Abolition is the movement to expand slavery.
What is the Underground Railroad and where did it go?
The Underground Railroad was a network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved people to escape to free states and Canada.
The Underground Railroad was an actual underground train system that transported goods across the country.
The Underground Railroad was a series of tunnels built for military purposes during the Civil War.
The Underground Railroad was a government program to build railroads in the southern states.
Who was Harriet Tubman and why was she important?
Harriet Tubman was an escaped slave who became a leading abolitionist and helped hundreds of enslaved people escape via the Underground Railroad.
Harriet Tubman was a famous scientist who invented the light bulb.
Harriet Tubman was a Civil War general who led the Union Army to victory.
Harriet Tubman was a writer known for her novels about the American West.
What was Fugitive Slave Act of 1850?
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was a law that required the return of escaped slaves to their owners, even if they were found in free states.
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was a law that abolished slavery in all states.
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was a law that granted voting rights to all former slaves.
The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 was a law that allowed slaves to sue for their freedom in court.
Who wrote 'Uncle Tom's Cabin?'
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Mark Twain
Louisa May Alcott
Nathaniel Hawthorne
'Uncle Tom's Cabin' had which of the following effects on the country?
It increased tensions over slavery.
It led to the end of the Civil War.
It promoted industrialization.
It decreased interest in abolition.
Why was Frederick Douglas important?
Frederick Douglass was an important abolitionist, writer, and speaker who escaped slavery and advocated for the end of slavery and for civil rights.
Frederick Douglass was a famous inventor who created the light bulb.
Frederick Douglass was a well-known artist who painted famous landscapes.
Frederick Douglass was a president of the United States during the Civil War.
Describe the Middle Passage
The Middle Passage was the brutal sea journey endured by enslaved Africans being transported to the Americas as part of the transatlantic slave trade.
The Middle Passage was a trade route used by European merchants to transport spices from Asia to Europe.
The Middle Passage was a migration route used by early settlers moving from Europe to North America.
The Middle Passage was a famous naval battle between European powers in the Atlantic Ocean.
Slavery was like ______ for the enslaved people.
freedom and equality
hardship and lack of rights
wealth and luxury
independence and power
The main cause of Southern Secession was:
States' rights
Slavery
Economic differences
Westward expansion
Border states- why unique?
Because they were slave states that did not secede from the Union
Because they were the first to secede from the Union
Because they had the largest populations
Because they were the main battlegrounds of the Civil War
Fort Sumter- what happened?
It was the site of the first battle of the Civil War.
It was the location of Abraham Lincoln's assassination.
It was where the Declaration of Independence was signed.
It was the capital of the Confederacy.
The winner of the Election of 1860 was:
Abraham Lincoln
Stephen Douglas
John Breckinridge
John Bell
Differences between North and South are:
Climate and economy
Language only
No differences
Same culture
Total war is:
A war that involves all aspects of society, including civilians and resources
A war fought only by professional soldiers
A war with no casualties
A war that lasts less than a year
Gettysburg- what happened and why important
A major Civil War battle that was a turning point for the Union
The signing of the Declaration of Independence
The end of World War II
The start of the American Revolution
March to the Sea- what happened and why important
It was a military campaign led by General Sherman that aimed to cripple the South's war effort by destroying resources, and it was important because it hastened the end of the Civil War.
It was a peace march to end the Civil War, important for bringing both sides together.
It was a naval battle that determined control of the Mississippi River, important for splitting the Confederacy.
It was a diplomatic mission to Europe, important for gaining foreign support.
President of Confederacy=
Abraham Lincoln
Jefferson Davis
Ulysses S. Grant
Robert E. Lee
54th Massachusetts- who were they?
A famous African American regiment in the Civil War
A group of abolitionist politicians
A Confederate cavalry unit
A Northern state government
Emancipation Proclamation- what did it say and who wrote it?
It declared all slaves in Confederate states free; written by Abraham Lincoln.
It ended World War I; written by Woodrow Wilson.
It established the Bill of Rights; written by James Madison.
It created the United Nations; written by Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Blockade is:
A type of economic restriction
A form of government
A scientific theory
A historical monument
The South after the Civil War was:
economically devastated and socially changed
more industrialized than the North
unaffected by the war
politically stable and prosperous
Lincoln's plan for Reconstruction can be summarized as:
A requirement that 10% of voters in a Southern state swear loyalty to the Union
Immediate full rights for all freed slaves
Punishment of Confederate leaders
Complete military occupation of the South
What happened to Abe the BABE?
He became President.
He was assassinated. (TEARS OF SORROW)
He wrote the Declaration of Independence.
He discovered America.
President Andrew Johnson's plan for Reconstruction can best be summarized as:
A strict approach requiring Southern states to guarantee civil rights for freedmen before rejoining the Union.
A lenient approach allowing Southern states to rejoin the Union quickly with few requirements.
A plan to divide the South into military districts and enforce Reconstruction through federal troops.
A policy of immediate and full equality for African Americans in all Southern states.
Andrew Johnson was ____.
promoted
Impeached
arrested
transferred
The Radical Republicans governed the South by:
Restoring former Confederate leaders to power
Implementing strict military rule and supporting civil rights for freedmen
Allowing Southern states to self-govern without interference
Returning land to former slave owners
Which of the following best describes each AMENDMENT?
A change or addition to a law or constitution
A type of government document
A court decision
A political party
The goal of the KKK and the White League was:
To promote civil rights for all citizens
To support Reconstruction policies
To restore white supremacy and oppose Reconstruction
To encourage immigration to the South
The KKK achieved their goal by:
Using violence and intimidation
Promoting civil rights
Supporting equal voting rights
Encouraging peaceful protests
Different ways Blacks were abused were:
Segregation, violence, and denial of rights
Equal treatment and opportunities
Access to quality education and jobs
Political empowerment and representation
The Black Codes were:
Laws passed in the Southern United States after the Civil War to restrict the rights of newly freed African Americans.
A set of secret codes used by the Union Army during the Civil War.
A series of amendments to the U.S. Constitution granting citizenship to immigrants.
A group of abolitionists who fought against slavery in the North.
Scalawags and Carpetbaggers were both groups involved in the Reconstruction era. Which of the following best compares them?
Both were Southern whites who supported Reconstruction.
Scalawags were Southern whites who supported Reconstruction, while Carpetbaggers were Northerners who moved South after the Civil War.
Both were Northerners who moved South after the Civil War.
Scalawags were former slaves, while Carpetbaggers were former slave owners.
Sharecropping was:
a system where landowners allowed tenants to use their land in return for a share of the crops produced
a method of crop rotation used to increase soil fertility
a government program to distribute land to freed slaves
a type of farming that used only shared equipment
