Chapter 5 - Moving Toward Independence Assessment

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    In which way did Great Britain increase its control of the colonies?

    • It took away colonists' land.
    • It required that colonists pay taxes.
    • It demanded that colonists join the army.
    • It forced colonists to work for the government.
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This quiz assesses understanding of key events leading to American independence, focusing on topics like the Proclamation of 1763, Boston Massacre, colonial taxation, and perspectives of Loyalists and Patriots. It helps learners grasp the complexities of early American resistance and sentiments.

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  • 2. 

    How did many of the Loyalists view the Patriots?

    • As brave soldiers

    • As foreign invaders

    • As ungrateful rebels

    • As agreeable neighbors

    Correct Answer
    A. As ungrateful rebels
    Explanation
    Many of the Loyalists viewed the Patriots as ungrateful rebels because they believed that the Patriots were betraying their loyalty to the British Crown. Loyalists saw the Patriots' actions as a rebellion against the established order and considered them unappreciative of the benefits and protection provided by British rule. This perspective led the Loyalists to view the Patriots with disdain and see them as ungrateful for the opportunities they had been given under British rule.

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  • 3. 

    The name Boston Massacre was given to the events of March 5, 1770, in order to

    • Create anti-British sentiment

    • Create trouble for the colonists

    • Warn of a deadly disease in the city

    • Describe the truth about what happened

    Correct Answer
    A. Create anti-British sentiment
    Explanation
    The name "Boston Massacre" was given to the events of March 5, 1770, in order to create anti-British sentiment. This name was used to portray the incident as a deliberate and brutal attack by British soldiers on innocent colonists, thus fueling anger and resentment towards the British government. By framing it as a massacre, it aimed to incite anti-British sentiments among the colonists and rally support for the American Revolutionary cause.

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  • 4. 

    Which of these groups benefitted from the Proclamation of 1763?

    • African slaves

    • British soldiers

    • American Indians

    • American colonists

    Correct Answer
    A. American Indians
    Explanation
    The Proclamation of 1763 benefitted American Indians because it prohibited American colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains. This helped protect Indian lands from further encroachment and allowed them to maintain their territories and way of life. The proclamation also established a boundary line that limited the expansion of the colonies, preventing conflicts between settlers and Native American tribes.

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  • 5. 

    Which of the following happened first?

    • Lexington & Concord

    • Boston Massacre

    • Tea Act

    • Intolerable Acts

    Correct Answer
    A. Boston Massacre
    Explanation
    The Boston Massacre happened first because it occurred on March 5, 1770, when British soldiers fired into a crowd of colonists, resulting in the death of five people. This event heightened tensions between the American colonists and the British government, leading to further unrest and eventually fueling the desire for independence. In contrast, the Tea Act was passed in 1773, the Intolerable Acts were enacted in 1774, and the battles of Lexington & Concord took place in 1775, making the Boston Massacre the earliest event among the given options.

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