Everything You Have Learned So Far In The American Vision!

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    In 1608 French geographer Samuel de Champlain founded the outpost of.......................

    • Quebec
    • Nates
    • Marseille
    • America
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America is great, a lot of people know that, but most are ignorant of the history surrounding this great nation. American Vision rightly in over 30 chapters gives us the exact interesting history of this nation. Can you take this quiz? Let's see.

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  • 2. 
    In which year was the Stamp Act passed? - ProProfs

    In which year was the Stamp Act passed?

    • 1760

    • 1764

    • 1765

    • 1740

    Correct Answer
    A. 1765
    Explanation
    The Stamp Act was passed in 1765. This act was imposed by the British Parliament on the American colonies and required them to pay a tax on all printed materials, including newspapers, legal documents, and even playing cards. The Stamp Act was met with widespread opposition and protests in the colonies, as it was seen as a violation of their rights and a form of taxation without representation. This act played a significant role in escalating tensions between the American colonies and Britain, ultimately leading to the American Revolution.

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    Great Awakening peaks....when was this? - ProProfs

    Great Awakening peaks....when was this?

    • 1742

    • 1740

    • 1690

    • 1776

    Correct Answer
    A. 1740
    Explanation
    The Great Awakening was a religious revival that swept through the American colonies in the 1730s and 1740s. It reached its peak in 1740 when there was a surge of religious fervor and large-scale conversions. This period was marked by passionate preaching and a renewed interest in personal spirituality. Many historians consider the Great Awakening to be a significant event in American history as it challenged traditional religious authority and laid the foundation for future religious and social movements.

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    .................... is a set of ideas about the world economy, which were popular in the 1600s and 1700s - ProProfs

    .................... is a set of ideas about the world economy, which were popular in the 1600s and 1700s

    • Mercantilism

    • Mercantilization

    • Merchantile

    • Merchantilism

    Correct Answer
    A. Mercantilism
    Explanation
    Mercantilism is a set of ideas about the world economy that were popular in the 1600s and 1700s. It was an economic theory that focused on accumulating wealth through trade, specifically by exporting more than importing. Mercantilism advocated for government intervention in the economy, such as imposing tariffs and subsidies, to promote domestic industries and protect national interests. This economic system aimed to increase a nation's power and wealth by maximizing exports and minimizing imports, leading to a favorable balance of trade.

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    Between which years did the French and Indian war start? - ProProfs

    Between which years did the French and Indian war start?

    • 1754 to 1759

    • 1754 to 1758

    • 1754 to 1779

    • 175 to 1759

    Correct Answer
    A. 1754 to 1759
    Explanation
    The French and Indian War started between the years 1754 to 1759.

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    During the late 1600s and 1700s in Europe, a period known as the age of..................... - ProProfs

    During the late 1600s and 1700s in Europe, a period known as the age of.....................

    • Enlightenment

    • Knowledge

    • Illumination

    • Light

    Correct Answer
    A. Enlightenment
    Explanation
    During the late 1600s and 1700s in Europe, there was a period known as the Age of Enlightenment. This was a time when intellectuals and philosophers emphasized reason, logic, and scientific thinking. They believed in the power of human reason to understand and improve the world. The Enlightenment was characterized by a focus on individual rights, religious tolerance, and the idea that society could be reformed through rational thinking. This period had a profound impact on various fields such as politics, philosophy, science, and art, and it laid the foundation for many of the democratic values and principles that we still hold today.

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    In May 1773, Parliament passed the..........., further igniting the flames of rebellion. - ProProfs

    In May 1773, Parliament passed the..........., further igniting the flames of rebellion.

    • Tea Act

    • Light Act

    • Stamp Act

    • Constitution Act

    Correct Answer
    A. Tea Act
    Explanation
    The Tea Act, passed by Parliament in May 1773, is the correct answer. This act further fueled the flames of rebellion because it imposed a tax on tea imported to the American colonies by the British East India Company. The colonists saw this as another example of taxation without representation and a violation of their rights. It led to the Boston Tea Party, where colonists dumped tea into the harbor in protest. This event played a significant role in escalating tensions between the colonies and Britain, ultimately leading to the American Revolution.

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    The last major battle of the Revolutionary War was fought in Yorktown, Virginia, in the fall of................ - ProProfs

    The last major battle of the Revolutionary War was fought in Yorktown, Virginia, in the fall of................

    • 1780

    • 1781

    • 1782

    • 1783

    Correct Answer
    A. 1781
    Explanation
    The last major battle of the Revolutionary War was fought in Yorktown, Virginia, in the fall of 1781. This battle, known as the Siege of Yorktown, was a decisive victory for the American colonists and their French allies over the British forces. The American and French troops, led by General George Washington and General Comte de Rochambeau, successfully surrounded and besieged the British army under General Lord Cornwallis. After weeks of intense fighting and bombardment, Cornwallis was forced to surrender on October 19, 1781, effectively ending the war and leading to the eventual independence of the United States.

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    In June .............., after the Virginia governor had suspended the House of Burgesses, the Massachusetts assembly suggested that representatives from all the colonies gather to discuss how to proceed. - ProProfs

    In June .............., after the Virginia governor had suspended the House of Burgesses, the Massachusetts assembly suggested that representatives from all the colonies gather to discuss how to proceed.

    • 1770

    • 1772

    • 1774

    • 1776

    Correct Answer
    A. 1774
    Explanation
    In June 1774, after the Virginia governor had suspended the House of Burgesses, the Massachusetts assembly suggested that representatives from all the colonies gather to discuss how to proceed. This suggests that the correct answer is 1774, as it aligns with the historical context provided in the question.

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    In the.............., the status of married women improved. Despite legal limitations, many women worked outside their homes. - ProProfs

    In the.............., the status of married women improved. Despite legal limitations, many women worked outside their homes.

    • 1700's

    • 1800's

    • 1600's

    • 1500's

    Correct Answer
    A. 1700's
    Explanation
    In the 1700's, the status of married women improved as many of them started working outside their homes, despite legal limitations. This suggests that societal attitudes towards married women changed during this time period, allowing them more opportunities and freedoms outside of their traditional roles as homemakers.

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