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The Magna Carta guaranteed English citizens the right to a trial by jury and
limited the power of the government
abolished representative government
created a Monarchy
The Virginia House of Burgesses was the
first representative assembly that protected the colonist's rights
abolished self-government
eliminated due process
a royal charter
The economy of Massachusetts was based on
mining
the fur trade
shipbuilding and fishing
Agriculture
Which factor was a reason for the transatlantic trade system illustrated on this map?
Labor demands of the factory system.
Invention of the steamboat.
The need for whale oil in the New England Colonies
Labor demands of the plantation system.
What is the significance of the Mayflower Compact?
It established a government based on elected representatives
It is considered the first constitution
Colonists established a tradition of self-government
Separation of Church and State.
The geography of the different colonial regions led to the
development of different economies in the regions
free education of all children
taxes on imported and exported goods
freedom of religion
In which colony did the Pilgrims settle in 1620?
Virginia
New Jersey
New York
Massachusetts
Which colony was established as refuge for Catholics?
Maryland
Virginia
New York
North Carolina
Which colony was established as a refuge for Puritans?
Maryland
Massachusetts
South Carolina
Georgia
Which region describes the New England Colonies?
Depended on shipbuilding
Exported dried fish
Excellent harbors
All of the above
Which region describes the Mid-Atlantic colonies?
Depended on farming
Had rich, fertile soil
Exported agricultural goods
All of the above
The Virginia House of Burgesses...
(Choose 2)
Established a representative government
established a judicial branch
established a system of checks and balances
established a political parties
Which geographic feature allowed the Mid-Atlantic colonies to have a longer growing season than the New England colonies?
Thick forests
Navigable rivers
Mild climate
The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
described your teachers classroom rules
was a representative government in Connecticut
allowed suffrage for all
provided free education for all children
An economic system based on cash crops increased demand for
naval supplies
livestock
fishing
slavery
Which colony was settled by the Quakers?
Pennsylvania
New York
Massachusetts
Virginia
Which colony was settled by the Catholics?
Maryland
Virginia
Maine
New York
What is the significance of the Pilgrims and the Mayflower Compact?
The Pilgrims introduced slavery to the colonies
Thanksgiving
The Pilgrims created a self-government in Massachusetts
Which region cleared forests for ship building and overfished for cod?
New England
Middle
Southern
Which region built gristmills and grew wheat and barley?
New England
Middle
Southern
Which region had large scale tobacco farming and drained swamps to grow rice?
New England
Middle
Southern
The First Great Awakening focused on...
(Choose 2)
the experiences of individuals
slavery
technology
the spreading of democratic feelings
Excellent harbors provided opportunities such as ship building and whaling in which colonial region?
New England
Middle
Southern
Spain established colonies in the New World to
spread Catholicism
to search for gold
gain control of North and South America
all of the above
How did the geography of New England affect its economic activities?
excellent harbors
rich soil
moderate climate
Which political principle was associated with the ideas of John Locke's natural rights of Life, Liberty, and property?
Separation of Powers
Divine Right
Social Contract
Rule of Law
What do the 8th Amendment Protect?
Cruel and unusual punishment
freedom of speech
trial by jury
How did the House of Burgesses contribute to the
democratic tradition of the United States?
Choose 2.
established a system centered around political parties
Established a representative government
established and authoritarian government
Established a method of checks and balances
Which example reflects the constitutional principle of limited government?
Cruel punishments and excessive fines are prohibited.
Only Congress can make laws.
People are governed by state and national laws.
Which example reflects the constitutional principle of limited government?
Cruel punishments and excessive fines are prohibited.
Only Congress can make laws.
People are governed by state and national laws.
Which example reflects the constitutional principle of Separation of Powers?
Cruel punishments and excessive fines are prohibited.
Only Congress can make laws.
People are governed by state and national laws.
Which example reflects the constitutional principle of Federalism?
Cruel punishments and excessive fines are prohibited .
Only Congress can make laws.
People are governed by state and national laws
Which statement shows an effect of the First Amendment?
Ministers can preach religious messages to anyone who chooses to listen.
Political leaders can require religious tests in order to hold public office.
Ministers can work together to establish a national religion.
Political leaders can require churches to pay taxes.
This excerpt is from the U.S. Constitution.
Based on the excerpt, how did the Great Compromise help create this governmental structure?
By settling the issues over voting rights in the North
By settling the issues between Federalists and Anti-Federalists
By settling the issues over taxation
By settling the issues between large and small states
This table summarizes characteristics of two colonial regions during the late seventeenth century.
How did these characteristics influence life in the colonies?
The New England colonies supported financial growth through high-paying industrial work.
The Southern colonies supported the plantation production of cash crops because of long growing seasons.
The Southern colonies developed large urban centers in order to support increasing manufacturing businesses.
The New England colonies developed large rural populations in order to support increasing agricultural production.
Which European country was motivated to colonize the New World for these reasons?
- to spread Catholicism through missions
- to find gold, silver, and other riches
- to gain control of large parts of North and South America
England
France
Germany
Spain
Which statement shows how this grievance was addressed in the U.S. Constitution?
Congress may override a presidential veto.
Congress may ratify amendments.
The House of Representatives introduces tax bills.
The Senate may vote to turn down treaties.
Which weaknesses are associated with the Articles of Confederation?
Choose 2
all states had to approve amendments
The one-house legislatures was based on population
the central government held too much power
states coined their own money
slavery was banned in the Northwest Territory
Which statement explains how physical geography affected the population distribution of the United States in 1790?
The southern states offered fertile farmland, allowing for the development of larger cities.
The Proclamation Line of 1763 prevented settlers from moving away from the East Coast.
The Appalachian Mountains served as a barrier that slowed westward expansion.
The Rocky Mountains posed risks to explorers, leading most people to remain in the East.
How did English mercantilist policies influence the Founding Fathers following the Revolutionary War?
The Founders encouraged minimal governmental influence over foreign relations.
The Founders promoted the establishment of governmental authority over citizens.
The Founders promoted the establishment of governmental taxes on the states.
The Founders encouraged minimal governmental regulation of businesses.
Which era in U.S. history correctly replaces the question mark for the title of this diagram?
Reconstruction
Sectionalism
The Revolutionary Period
The Early Republic
Which reason supports why France established North American colonies in the 1600s?
To establish trading posts
To search for valuable metals
to limit the spread of Christianity
Why did European explorers search for the Northwest passage?
To find the legendary Seven Cities of Gold
To discover a new sea route to Asia
Which statement explains how the First Amendment has affected these groups?
These groups are allowed to share and promote their beliefs.
These groups are allowed to join together to form a national religion.
These groups are prevented from having worship services in public places.
These groups are prevented from having religious schools.
Which historical action was protected by the first amendment guarantee regarding religion?
Eastern communities forced Mormons to migrate West.
City officials worked to reduce the political power of Catholic immigrants.
Evangelists led revivals in New England.
How did the First Amendment protection of religious freedom affect U.S. society in the early history of the country?
It prevented the government from making laws prohibiting the practice of certain religious beliefs.
It allowed for the preservation of many religious places through government support.
It prevented conflict between individuals who were members of different religions.
Why did Jefferson believe freedom was significant?
To prevent political parties from sharing information about opponents
To allow governmental review of information prior to publication.
To allow different points of view to be shared with the public.
Which requirement is expected of an immigrant after becoming a U.S. citizen?
To obey the law.
To run for political office.
To become an informed voter.
Which idea correctly replaces the question mark in the diagram?
Due Process
Eminent Domain
Free Speech
Which situation violates the Eighth Amendment protections regarding criminal punishment?
A protester is jailed for violent acts at a political party
A person is sentenced to life in prison for shoplifting
A person is sentenced to ten years imprisonment for assault and robbery.
Which group would have made these arguments in 1787?
Federalists
Anti-Federalists
Why is the Third Amendment prohibiting the quartering of troops added to the U.S. Constitution?
To address colonial treatment by the British military
To maintain control over members of the British military
To ensure the national government could pay for the U.S. military
Which government principle is illustrated in this diagram?
Federalism
Popular Sovereignty
Republicanism
Separation of Powers
Which historic document had the greatest influence on the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution?
The English Bill of Rights
The Mayflower Compact
The Fundamental Orders of Connecticut
Why did the Constitutional Convention agree to the Three-Fifths Compromise?
To settle disputes over the issue of counting enslaved population for representation
To settle debates over the issue of abolishing the importation of enslaved people
To create a government based on the principle of federalism
How did the Three-Fifths Compromise support slavery?
It established that enslaved people were not equal to free people when determining representation.
It confirmed that the federal government would be the authority on issues related to slavery.
It allowed states to lower their tax rate by adding up the total of all persons living in the state.
Why is Thomas Jefferson's writing of the Declaration of Independence considered to be one of his greatest contributions to American history?
He showed responsibility by outlining the structure for a new government.
He helped define rights that would defeat tyranny
He developed a military plan to defeat the British.
Which right completes the diagram?
Justice
Education
Property
Which of the following prompted George Washington to write this letter?
A shortage of Continental soldiers to maintain the siege of Yorktown.
The high number of casualties suffered during the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Concern for the Continental troops during the winter at Valley Forge.
Why is the victory at Saratoga a turning point in U.S. history?
It convinced France to support the American cause.
The battle led to the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The Battle represented the end of the American Revolution.
How did the American colonies react to the enforcement of the Intolerable Acts?
By collecting funds to pay for the tea destroyed in Boston Harbor.
By sending ambassadors to France to request military aid.
By holding the First Continental Congress to discuss unified resistance.
Which events in U.S. history are directly associated with this cartoon?
(Choose 2)
Northwest Ordinance
Navigation Acts.
Boston Tea Party
Great Awakening
Why is the passage of this law significant?
It limited the government's power to establish a church.
It expanded the government's power requiring church attendance.
It allowed citizens to speak out against political leaders.
An immigrant sails to North America in the 1700s hoping to start a tobacco farm. He has done some research on the best environment for tobacco farming. Where is the immigrant most likely to settle?
Massachusetts
Virginia
Rhode Island
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
Which reason correctly replaces the question mark?
Influence of John Locke and other Enlightenment philosophers
Ideas of John Smith
Need to establish trading forts
