AP US History Explore Test!
Welcome back to our series of quizzes regarding AP US History, as we dive into this incredible textbook quiz and take a look at topics like shifting cultivation, the Royal African Company, slave colonies and more. What can you tell us? Find out in this AP US History Quiz!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Shifting cultivation is otherwise known as
- A.
Moving from place to place
- B.
Clearing land for their own
- C.
Transporting slaves to new world
Correct Answer
B. Clearing land for their ownExplanation
Shifting cultivation refers to the practice of clearing land for agricultural purposes. In this method, farmers clear a patch of land, cultivate crops for a few years, and then move on to a new area once the soil fertility declines. This allows the previously used land to regenerate while the farmers continue their agricultural activities elsewhere. Therefore, the answer "clearing land for their own" accurately describes the concept of shifting cultivation.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The seven years war was a war fought in Europe, North America and India which
- A.
Put great britain against its allies
- B.
Ended disasterously for all involved parties
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A. Put great britain against its alliesExplanation
The given answer suggests that the Seven Years War put Great Britain against its allies. This implies that Great Britain was in conflict with its own allies during the war. The war was fought in Europe, North America, and India, and it ended disastrously for all parties involved. This suggests that the war had negative consequences for all participating nations.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The royal african company was a ________
- A.
Slave sanctuary
- B.
Slave trading monopoly
- C.
Enterprise in search of new african lands
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B. Slave trading monopolyExplanation
The Royal African Company was a slave trading monopoly. This means that it had exclusive control over the trade of slaves, allowing it to dominate the market and maximize its profits. As a monopoly, it had the power to set prices, control the supply of slaves, and dictate the terms of trade. This allowed the company to amass significant wealth and exert significant influence over the transatlantic slave trade during the 17th and 18th centuries.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Slaves were kept in Baracoons on ships or
- A.
Cargo ships carrying stolen goods back to north america
- B.
Small cramped spaces with their belongings
- C.
Dark dungeons where they were split from families
Correct Answer
C. Dark dungeons where they were split from familiesExplanation
The correct answer is "dark dungeons where they were split from families." This suggests that slaves were kept in dark and confined spaces, such as dungeons, where they were separated from their families. This implies that the conditions were harsh and oppressive, further highlighting the inhumanity of the slave trade.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The brutal voyage from west africa to the New world slave colonies was known as the
- A.
Middle passage
- B.
Grande voyage
- C.
Baracoons
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A. Middle passageExplanation
The brutal voyage from West Africa to the New World slave colonies was known as the middle passage. This term refers to the journey that enslaved Africans were forced to endure across the Atlantic Ocean. During this voyage, Africans were packed into overcrowded and unsanitary slave ships, where they suffered from disease, malnutrition, and abuse. Many did not survive the journey, making the middle passage a harrowing and inhumane experience.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What caused the change in Africa after the 16th century?
- A.
They were nieve to how government worked
- B.
They didnt consider long term consiquences
- C.
They were successful in trading and became wealthy
Correct Answer
B. They didnt consider long term consiquencesExplanation
The change in Africa after the 16th century was caused by the failure to consider long-term consequences. This suggests that the actions taken by the people or governments in Africa during this time were driven by short-term gains or immediate benefits, without considering the potential negative effects or implications in the future. This lack of foresight may have led to unintended consequences and negative outcomes for Africa in the long run.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The laws of slave labor stated that it was
- A.
Livelong and inheritable
- B.
One could earn freedom for their children
- C.
Children of mixed race were free
Correct Answer
A. Livelong and inheritableExplanation
The correct answer is "Livelong and inheritable." This means that according to the laws of slave labor, slavery was a lifelong condition that could be passed down from one generation to the next. This suggests that slaves did not have the opportunity to gain their freedom or have it granted to their children.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who were the first to speak up against slavery ?
- A.
The northern colonies
- B.
Pennslvyania
- C.
Pueblos
- D.
No one for hundreds of years
Correct Answer
B. PennslvyaniaExplanation
John Hepburn, a quakerRate this question:
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- 9.
Slaves revoulted in
- A.
Bacons Rebellion
- B.
Natchez Rebellion
- C.
Reconquista
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B. Natchez Rebellion -
- 10.
Distinguised brazilian children in the new world where known as
- A.
Tainos
- B.
Creoles
- C.
Pequots
- D.
Slaves
Correct Answer
B. CreolesExplanation
The term "Creoles" refers to distinguished Brazilian children in the new world. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who are of mixed European and African or Indigenous descent. The term "Creole" originated during the colonial period when European colonizers had children with local populations. These children were often given special privileges and opportunities due to their mixed heritage and were considered a distinct social group in the new world.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The laws that codified that slaves had no basic civil rights
- A.
Great Awakening
- B.
Slave codes
- C.
Slave laws
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B. Slave codesExplanation
Slave codes were laws that specifically targeted and regulated the lives of enslaved individuals, denying them basic civil rights. These codes varied from colony to colony and state to state but generally aimed to maintain control over enslaved people and prevent any potential uprisings or rebellions. These laws restricted enslaved individuals' movements, limited their access to education, prohibited them from owning property, and denied them the right to assemble or testify in court. Slave codes were a crucial part of the legal system in the United States during the era of slavery, enforcing the dehumanization and oppression of enslaved people.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What was the result of the Greak Awakening?
- A.
Tremendous religous reviaval in colonial america from north to south
- B.
A time of realizing demoralization
- C.
A slave revoult that opened peoples eyes up to their problems
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A. Tremendous religous reviaval in colonial america from north to southExplanation
The result of the Great Awakening was a tremendous religious revival in colonial America from north to south. This period saw a wave of religious fervor and awakening among the colonists, leading to increased religious participation, the founding of new churches, and a renewed emphasis on personal salvation and piety. The Great Awakening had a significant impact on American society, politics, and culture, helping to shape the religious landscape of the country and laying the foundation for future religious movements.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Runaways fleed to FL in maroons and became
- A.
Floridians
- B.
Semioles
- C.
Creoles
- D.
Indentured servants
Correct Answer
B. SemiolesExplanation
The correct answer is "semioles" because the sentence suggests that the runaways fled to Florida and became a specific group of people. The Seminoles were a Native American tribe who inhabited Florida, so it is likely that the runaways joined or assimilated into this tribe.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Conditions for a rebellino include all except:
- A.
Large african majorities
- B.
Brutal exploitaion
- C.
Little acculturation
- D.
High mulatto birth rates
Correct Answer
D. High mulatto birth ratesExplanation
A rebellino refers to a rebellion or uprising. The conditions that typically lead to a rebellino include large African majorities, brutal exploitation, and little acculturation. However, high mulatto birth rates do not contribute to a rebellino. This means that even if there are high mulatto birth rates in a certain population, it does not necessarily lead to a rebellion or uprising.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Slave labor set the grounds for industrialization for all except:
- A.
Generated enormous profits that became a captiol investment source
- B.
Supplied raw cotton
- C.
Began factory production and sparked a new ear
- D.
Provided economic stimulus by creating a huge colonial market for exports
Correct Answer
C. Began factory production and sparked a new earExplanation
Slave labor set the grounds for industrialization by generating enormous profits that became a capital investment source, supplying raw cotton, and providing economic stimulus by creating a huge colonial market for exports. However, it did not directly begin factory production and spark a new era of industrialization.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The purpose of merchantilism is
- A.
Control of the economy by state
- B.
Agreement between merchants and government
- C.
To increase income for merchants
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A. Control of the economy by stateExplanation
Mercantilism refers to an economic system prevalent during the 16th to 18th centuries, where the state aimed to control and regulate the economy to increase its own wealth and power. The central idea was that a nation's wealth was measured by the amount of gold and silver it possessed. To achieve this, the state implemented policies such as imposing tariffs, promoting exports, and establishing colonies to ensure a favorable balance of trade. The state played a crucial role in ensuring economic growth and prosperity by controlling and directing various economic activities.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Queen Anne's war showed the
- A.
Spanish succession
- B.
Spanish success
- C.
End of religous turmoil
Correct Answer
A. Spanish successionExplanation
Queen Anne's War was a conflict that took place from 1702 to 1713 and was primarily fought between Great Britain and France. The war was part of the larger War of the Spanish Succession, which was a European conflict over who would inherit the Spanish throne. The Spanish Succession was a major cause of Queen Anne's War, as both Britain and France sought to secure their interests in the Spanish Empire. Therefore, the correct answer "spanish succession" accurately describes the main cause and context of Queen Anne's War.Rate this question:
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- 18.
the purpose of the peace of utrecht was to
- A.
Keep robert warpole in power
- B.
Give great britan the right to slaves
- C.
Restore religous tolerance
Correct Answer
B. Give great britan the right to slavesExplanation
The Peace of Utrecht was a series of treaties signed in 1713 that aimed to bring an end to the War of the Spanish Succession. While the treaties did not specifically grant Great Britain the right to slaves, they did solidify Britain's gains from the war, including control over the slave trade. The treaties allowed Britain to maintain its dominance in the Atlantic slave trade and expanded its colonial possessions, indirectly giving it the right to engage in the slave trade. Therefore, the purpose of the Peace of Utrecht was to secure Britain's position in the slave trade rather than directly granting it the right to slaves.Rate this question:
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- 19.
The significance of the war of Jenkins ear was that
- A.
Promoted peace with a treaty
- B.
It helped teach a lesson of fighting fire with fire
- C.
It created boundaries that still exist today
Correct Answer
C. It created boundaries that still exist todayExplanation
The significance of the war of Jenkins ear was that it created boundaries that still exist today. This suggests that the war resulted in territorial divisions or agreements that have endured over time. The war may have led to the establishment of new borders or solidified existing ones, shaping the geopolitical landscape of the regions involved.Rate this question:
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- 20.
King Georges war was
- A.
The longest war in history
- B.
The first war to conclude in North america
- C.
A war about slavery
Correct Answer
B. The first war to conclude in North americaExplanation
King George's War was the first war to conclude in North America. This war, also known as the War of Austrian Succession, took place from 1744 to 1748. It was fought between Britain and France, with their respective Native American allies, over territorial disputes in North America. The war ended with the Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle, which returned all captured territories to their original owners, thus concluding the conflict. This makes it the first war to reach a resolution specifically in North America.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Enumerate goods were
- A.
Only be shipped to specific locations
- B.
Goods that would be re-imported from england
- C.
Benefited almost everyone
- D.
All options
Correct Answer
D. All optionsExplanation
The correct answer is "all options". This means that all of the given options, including goods that would be re-imported from England, goods that could only be shipped to specific locations, and goods that benefited almost everyone, are correct.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Slave labor indirectly contributed to the growth of the Northern port cities and economies
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Slave labor indirectly contributed to the growth of the Northern port cities and economies. This is because the Northern port cities played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade, serving as major hubs for the importation and sale of enslaved Africans. The profits from the slave trade and the industries that relied on slave labor, such as cotton and tobacco, helped to fuel the economic growth of these cities. Additionally, the industries that developed around the slave trade, such as shipbuilding and finance, also contributed to the economic prosperity of the Northern port cities.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Freedom of the white man base on the slavery of the black man is a non ironic statement
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that freedom for white people is dependent on the enslavement of black people. This implies a system of oppression and inequality, which is contradictory to the concept of freedom. Therefore, the statement is ironic, as it contradicts the very notion of freedom.Rate this question:
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