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WorksheetsCivil War and Reconstruction Concepts
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Worksheet time: 34mins
Which of the following distinguished the Middle Colonies from New England and the Southern Colonies?
The Middle Colonies were more diverse in accepting different religions and immigrants. The New England Colonies were more strict in religion. The Southern Colonies had less people and were a lot more rural.
The Middle Colonies had the largest plantations compared to the other regions.
The Middle Colonies were known for their strict religious laws, unlike the other colonies.
The Middle Colonies had the coldest climate and shortest growing season of all the colonies.
How did the fast spread of English settlements affect Native Americans?
The fast spread of the English settlements pushed the Native Americans into a corner, and forced many to move. It also spread disease which totalled their population.
It led to a peaceful coexistence and increased trade between the groups.
It resulted in Native Americans gaining more land and resources.
It had little to no impact on the Native American population.
What pull factor encouraged people to leave England and travel to America?
The pull factor that encouraged people to leave England and travel to America was job opportunities, and or religious freedom.
The pull factor was the harsh climate in England.
The pull factor was the lack of food in America.
The pull factor was the desire to escape from American taxes.
In the mid-1700s, what did the American colonies all have in common?
In the mid-1700s all the American colonies had relatively temperate climates and a focus on agriculture.
All the American colonies were governed directly by the British Parliament.
The American colonies all had the same official religion.
All the American colonies had abolished slavery by the mid-1700s.
Which of these was encouraged under Mercantilism?
It encouraged imports and exports and also the Navigation Acts.
It promoted free trade and open markets.
It discouraged any form of government regulation.
It encouraged colonies to become independent from their mother countries.
During the Middle Passage, slaves…
were taken from Africa to America. As many as 15% did not
were taken from America to Europe. All survived the journey.
were taken from Europe to Africa. None died during the trip.
were taken from America to Africa. Most returned safely.
What was one effect of new British taxes on colonists?
One of the effects of new British taxes was the hateful sentiment against British rule, and protests. The Boston Tea Party is one example.
Colonists welcomed the taxes as a way to support the British government.
The taxes led to increased trade between the colonies and Britain.
Colonists were given more representation in the British Parliament.
Which of the following groups led violent protests against British taxation in the colonies?
The Sons of Liberty.
The Loyalists.
The Redcoats.
The Continental Congress.
One of the Patriots’ greatest strengths during the American Revolution was their…
drive and ambition.
superior weaponry.
large navy.
support from European monarchs.
Which of the following contributed to the British defeat in the South at the end of the American Revolution?
The South did not get the support it thought it would get in the South, and they were surrounded by French and American soldiers twice their size.
The British had superior numbers and resources in the South.
The British received strong Loyalist support throughout the South.
The British were able to maintain control of all major Southern cities.
As a result of the American Revolution, women in America…
gained property.
were granted the right to vote.
were allowed to serve in Congress.
became eligible for military service.
After the Revolution, the practice of enslaving African Americans was…
eliminated in the north.
expanded to all states.
made mandatory in the south.
abolished everywhere in the U.S.
In what way did the American Revolution affect other countries?
It encouraged other countries to lead revolutions. Like the French Revolution or the Haitian revolution.
It caused other countries to become colonies of America.
It led to the immediate end of all monarchies in Europe.
It resulted in the United States controlling all of North America.
What did the Federalists want the Constitution to provide?
The Federalists wanted the Constitution to provide a strong government.
The Federalists wanted the Constitution to provide more power to the states.
The Federalists wanted the Constitution to provide no central authority.
The Federalists wanted the Constitution to provide a weak government.
Antifederalists criticized the Constitution as… ________
too powerful and gave the federal government too much power.
not powerful enough to unite the states.
perfectly balanced between state and federal powers.
giving too much power to the states.
The Federalists favored ratification because they wanted… ________
a strong Federal government.
to abolish the presidency.
to return to British rule.
a weak central government.
One of Washington’s most important precedents was the… ________
cabinet.
Bill of Rights.
Emancipation Proclamation.
Louisiana Purchase.
Which of the following was a part of Alexander Hamilton’s plan for “fixing” the nation’s debt? ________
He wanted the government to assume all the state’s debts. Also wanted a National Bank.
He wanted to abolish all taxes and rely solely on foreign loans.
He proposed selling western lands to private companies to pay off the debt.
He suggested each state print its own currency to pay creditors.
When Jefferson took office he… ________
reduced the government.
increased taxes significantly.
expanded the military.
abolished the Bill of Rights.
What is one of John Marshall’s important accomplishments as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
He strengthened the court and federal government. Established Judicial Review.
He led the country during the Civil War.
He wrote the Declaration of Independence.
He was the first President of the United States.
Which of the following was a result of the Louisiana Purchase?
The size of the U.S doubled.
The U.S. lost territory to Spain.
The U.S. abolished slavery.
The U.S. gained independence from Britain.
During their invasion of the United States in the War of 1812, British forces… ________.
burned the White House. Also aided rebellious Native Americans.
signed a peace treaty with France.
established a permanent colony in New York.
abolished slavery in the southern states.
Jackson used the Indian Removal Act to… ________.
take land from Indian tribes in the East in exchange for land west of Mississippi.
give citizenship to all Native Americans.
abolish slavery in the southern states.
expand voting rights to women.
What was the impact of the first temperance movement?
Alcohol consumption dropped dramatically.
Alcohol production increased significantly.
There was no change in alcohol consumption.
Alcohol became more widely available.
In the early 1800s most Americans thought that women, “ladies”, should NOT ________.
Vote or own property.
Wear dresses.
Read books.
Cook meals.
In the Dred Scott decision, the Supreme Court declared that slaves were... ________.
Property not citizens thus couldn’t sue in court
Free citizens of the United States
Eligible to vote in federal elections
Entitled to equal protection under the law
“Bleeding Kansas” earned its name from clashes over... ________.
Northerners and proslavery groups rush to Kansas to fight for and against slavery
the construction of the transcontinental railroad
the discovery of gold in the region
a border dispute with Missouri
Southern states began to secede following the election of 1860 because... ________.
Secessionists argued states could leave the union to states that maintain slavery
They wanted to increase trade with European countries
They opposed the construction of new railroads
They sought to abolish all forms of government
During the early part of the Civil War, Lincoln’s main goal was to... ________.
preserve the union
abolish slavery immediately
expand the United States westward
form an alliance with European powers
General Lee crossed into Pennsylvania because he wanted a... _________.
Control of Maryland, European recognition
Alliance with Mexico
Access to California gold
End to slavery in the North
Support from Native Americans
The Emancipation Proclamation freed... _________.
All enslaved people in confederate states
All enslaved people in the United States
Only enslaved people in border states
Only enslaved people in northern states
During the Reconstruction period, newly freed African Americans urged the federal government to... _________.
Provide education, job opportunities, and medicare.
Return land to former Confederate leaders.
Reinstate slavery in Southern states.
Limit voting rights to only white citizens.
Among the failures of Reconstruction was the inability to… _________.
Achieve lasting equality for African Americans in the South
Rebuild the Southern economy overnight
Prevent all political corruption in the North
Expand the territory of the United States
The nation’s first major labor strike was begun by... _________.
Railroad workers
Steel workers
Textile workers
Coal miners
Which of the following revolutionized American communication in the late 1800s?
The telegraph
The steam engine
The cotton gin
The sewing machine
During the late 1800s, children often worked in factories because... _________
Economic assistance, disabled father in household.
They wanted to learn new skills.
It was required by law for all children.
They preferred factory work over school.
The post-Reconstruction era, also known as the Gilded Age, was marked by... _________.
Wealth among few elites, along with widespread corruption in big businesses
A complete absence of economic inequality and political corruption
Universal suffrage and equal rights for all citizens
The end of industrialization and a return to agrarian society
The Freedmen’s Bureau succeeded in... _________
Established support and relief system for formerly enslaved people or poor whites
Expanding slavery into new territories
Overturning the Emancipation Proclamation
Preventing the passage of the 13th Amendment
Critics of powerful industrialists referred to them as... _________.
Robber Barons
Captains of Industry
Philanthropists
Progressives
According to the theory of Social Darwinism, the government should... _________.
No intervention with the natural progression of society where the fittest individuals rise up.
Actively support the weakest members of society through welfare programs.
Regulate all aspects of economic and social life to ensure equality.
Redistribute wealth to achieve social justice.
The Bessemer process improved... _________
Made steel production faster, cheaper, and more efficient
Increased the use of coal in textile mills
Led to the invention of the steam engine
Helped in the discovery of electricity
Which of the following led to government regulation of businesses during the Gilded Age?
Growth of monopolies and trusts
Decline in industrial output
Decrease in immigration
Reduction in urbanization
During the late 1800s and early 1900s the port of entry for the majority of immigrants was... _________.
Port of New York
Port of Los Angeles
Port of Miami
Port of New Orleans
Which of the following attracted many immigrants to the United States?
Economic opportunities, religious freedom, and better lives
Limited job prospects and high taxes
Lack of educational institutions and poor healthcare
Political instability and frequent natural disasters
Prohibitionists and purity crusaders shared the goal of... _________
Improve the personal behaviour of individuals
Increase industrial production
Expand territorial boundaries
Promote laissez-faire economics
During the early 1900’s The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was an example of how African Americans... _________
Proactive response to Jim Crows law and racial discrimination through organized advocacy and legal action
Remained passive and accepted segregation without protest
Focused solely on economic advancement and ignored civil rights issues
Relied exclusively on support from white allies for social change
In the case of Plessy v. Ferguson, the Supreme Court… _________.
Imposed state racial segregation, establishing the “separate but equal” doctrine
Declared all segregation laws unconstitutional
Granted women the right to vote
Ended slavery in the United States
Which of the following was not an issue for women in the late 1800s?
The right to raise children
The right to vote
Access to higher education
Equal pay for equal work
49. W.E.B. Du Bois and Booker T. Washington… _________.
W.E.B. Du Bois advocated for immediate political and legal action, while Booker T. Washington had a gradual approach that included emphasizing industrial education and self-reliance within the Black community.
Both advocated for complete separation from white society and the establishment of an independent Black nation.
W.E.B. Du Bois supported vocational training only, while Booker T. Washington demanded immediate civil rights.
Both believed that political rights should be postponed indefinitely in favor of economic progress.
The policy by which strong nations extend control over weaker territories for gain is known as… _________.
Imperialism
Isolationism
Federalism
Nationalism
The ________ was a letter that declared the independence of America from England. It basically established the country’s independence and listed the grievances that the Americans had against the king.
Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
Emancipation Proclamation
Federalist Papers
The ________ was a rebellion of the colonists in America against English rule. It created the country.
American Revolution
French Revolution
Russian Revolution
Glorious Revolution
The ________ is a transcription of the first ten amendments to the Constitution. It granted civil rights and guaranteed liberties to individuals.
Bill of Rights
Declaration of Independence
Emancipation Proclamation
Articles of Confederation
The ________ was an era of technological advancement. It modernized the U.S and propelled it into an era of prosperity.
Industrial Revolution
Great Depression
Stone Age
Middle Ages
The ________ was an act that allowed the removal of Natives east by sending them west. It greatly increased the size of the U.S.
Indian Removal Act
Homestead Act
Missouri Compromise
Kansas-Nebraska Act
________ was the idea or belief that it was God’s will that the U.S was destined to expand across North America. It encouraged the growth in size of the country.
Manifest Destiny
Monroe Doctrine
Industrial Revolution
Emancipation Proclamation
The ________ were pioneers who flocked to California during the Gold rush in 1849, using the wealth from the gold rush and developing rapidly in California.
Forty-Niners
Minutemen
Pilgrims
Vikings
________ refers to Northerners and proslavery groups who ran to Kansas to fight for and against slavery.
Bleeding Kansas
The Great Compromise
Manifest Destiny
The Missouri Compromise
The ________ was an American Protestant-led Christian extremist group, white supremacist and right hate group. This stagnated the racial relations of the country using fear to prevent groups of people from voting.
Ku Klux Klan
Black Panther Party
NAACP
Southern Christian Leadership Conference
A ________ was an author who exposed political corporate corruption published like McClures and Colliers. It exposed political problems along with government business corruption.
Muckraker
Robber Baron
Philanthropist
Industrialist
The ________ was a system that rewarded supporters with government jobs.
Spoils system
Merit system
Seniority system
Caste system
Nationalism and sectionalism in the early to mid 1800s can be exemplified by which of the following pairs of events or policies?
The Monroe Doctrine and the Missouri Compromise
The Louisiana Purchase and the Trail of Tears
The Emancipation Proclamation and the Nullification Crisis
The War of 1812 and the Kansas-Nebraska Act
The economic, social, and political differences between the North and the South in the early to mid 1800s (before the Civil War) included which of the following?
The North was more industrialized, had a larger urban population, and opposed the expansion of slavery, while the South was more agricultural, relied on slave labor, and supported states' rights.
The North relied heavily on plantation agriculture and slave labor, while the South was known for its factories and large cities.
Both the North and South had similar economic systems and political views, with little conflict over slavery or states' rights.
The South was more industrialized and urbanized than the North, and both regions supported the expansion of slavery.
The thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth amendments were added to the U.S. Constitution for what purpose, under what conditions, and what were an immediate and long term effect of each?
To abolish slavery, grant citizenship and equal protection, and protect voting rights regardless of race; passed after the Civil War; immediate effects included ending slavery, granting citizenship, and allowing African American men to vote; long term effects included civil rights advancements and expanded legal protections.
To establish the Bill of Rights, create the Supreme Court, and set presidential term limits; passed during the American Revolution; immediate effects included new government branches and term limits; long term effects included a stable government structure.
To lower the voting age, end prohibition, and create income tax; passed during the Great Depression; immediate effects included more voters and new taxes; long term effects included economic growth and social change.
To guarantee freedom of speech, establish the right to bear arms, and ensure trial by jury; passed in the early 1800s; immediate effects included more personal freedoms; long term effects included expanded civil liberties.
The social and economic impact of three inventions from the (second) industrial revolution of the late 1800s on American society included:
Increased urbanization, growth of factory jobs, and expansion of transportation networks.
Decline in population, reduced trade, and less technological innovation.
Decrease in industrial output, fewer job opportunities, and less migration to cities.
Reduction in communication speed, limited access to goods, and fewer educational opportunities.
Women’s roles in America changed from the early 1800s to the early 1900s due to technological advances and major political, economic, and social changes. Which of the following best describes these changes?
Women increasingly entered the workforce, gained more political rights, and benefited from labor-saving technologies at home.
Women lost most of their political rights and were confined to domestic roles.
Technological advances had little impact on women’s roles during this period.
Women’s roles remained unchanged both inside and outside the home.
After the Civil War until about 1920, which of the following best describes a similarity in the experiences of African Americans, Chinese immigrants, Mexican Americans, and women?
They all faced discrimination and limited rights in American society.
They all gained full political equality immediately after the Civil War.
They were all granted land and economic opportunities without restrictions.
They all experienced equal treatment under the law.
