Chapter 9 Social Studies Quiz
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This evaluative tool is checking the children's understanding of the French and Indian War and the taxes England imposed afterward to pay for that war.
Questions and Answers
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In the early 1750's, the Ohio River Valley was a center of conflict because BOTH the French and the British wanted to ...
- A.
Farm rich lands
- B.
Ship crops on the river
- C.
Profit from fur trade
- D.
Sell manufactured goods there
Correct Answer
C. Profit from fur tradeExplanation
The Ohio River Valley was a center of conflict in the early 1750s because both the French and the British wanted to profit from fur trade. Fur trade was a lucrative business at that time, and the Ohio River Valley was rich in fur-bearing animals. Both the French and the British saw the opportunity to exploit this valuable resource and establish dominance in the fur trade industry. This competition for control over the fur trade led to conflicts and tensions between the two powers in the region.Rate this question:
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- 2.
A meeting of representatives
Correct Answer
congress
congris
congresExplanation
The correct answer is "congress". The question is asking for a term that describes a meeting of representatives. "Congress" is the appropriate term as it refers to a formal assembly of representatives who come together to discuss and make decisions on matters of national importance. The variations "congris" and "congres" are likely misspellings of the word "congress".Rate this question:
- 3.
When Benjamin Franklin proposed the Albany Plan of Union, he wanted the colonies to ...
- A.
Join together to fight the French.
- B.
Make George Washington their military leader.
- C.
Declare independence from Britain.
- D.
Protest the Proclamation of 1763.
Correct Answer
A. Join together to fight the French.Explanation
Benjamin Franklin proposed the Albany Plan of Union with the intention of having the colonies unite in order to fight against the French. This plan aimed to create a centralized government that would coordinate the efforts of the colonies in the French and Indian War. By joining forces, the colonies would be able to pool their resources and military strength, increasing their chances of success in the conflict against the French. Franklin believed that a unified front was crucial in order to effectively combat the French threat.Rate this question:
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- 4.
A tax on imported goods
Correct Answer
duty
dutie
dudy
dudieExplanation
The correct answer is "duty". Duty refers to a tax imposed on imported goods, typically by the government of the importing country. It is a form of tariff that is levied to generate revenue or to protect domestic industries from foreign competition. The alternative spellings "dutie", "dudy", and "dudie" are variations of the correct term.Rate this question:
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Why were the Sons of Liberty formed?
- A.
To help pay for British war debts
- B.
To train colonists to be stamp agents
- C.
To settle in former French colonies
- D.
To encourage colonists to defy the Stamp Act
Correct Answer
D. To encourage colonists to defy the Stamp ActExplanation
The Sons of Liberty were formed to encourage colonists to defy the Stamp Act. The Stamp Act was a tax imposed by the British government on all printed materials in the colonies. The Sons of Liberty believed that this tax was unjust and violated their rights as British citizens. They organized protests, boycotts, and acts of civil disobedience to rally colonists against the Stamp Act and to resist British authority. Their goal was to unite the colonists in opposition to this tax and to assert their rights to self-governance.Rate this question:
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- 6.
As a result of the French and Indian War, the French expanded the area it controlled in North America.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because as a result of the French and Indian War, the French actually lost control of most of their territories in North America. The war ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1763, which forced the French to cede their territories to the British. This marked the end of French colonial presence in North America, and the British gained control over the French territories, including Canada.Rate this question:
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- 7.
One way the colonists protested the Townshend Act was to boycott British-made goods.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The colonists protested the Townshend Act by boycotting British-made goods. This means that they refused to buy or use products that were made in Britain as a way to show their dissatisfaction with the Act. By boycotting these goods, the colonists hoped to put economic pressure on Britain and force them to repeal the Townshend Act. This form of protest was effective in rallying support and showing unity among the colonists against British policies.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A person who joins with others for a specfic purpose
Correct Answer
ally
alli
allie
aliExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "ally". An ally is a person who joins with others for a specific purpose. The other options provided, "alli", "allie", and "ali", are variations of the word but do not accurately capture the meaning of someone joining with others for a specific purpose.Rate this question:
- 9.
Who won the French and Indian War?
Correct Answer
British
England
Inglund
Britin
BrittinExplanation
The correct answer is British, England, Inglund, Britin, Brittin. The French and Indian War was fought between the British and the French, with the British ultimately emerging as the victors. England is another name for the British, while Inglund, Britin, and Brittin are likely variations or misspellings of Britain, which refers to the British.Rate this question:
- 10.
Check all the boxes that apply! The following products were taxed during the Townshend Act ...
- A.
Paper
- B.
Glass
- C.
Gold
- D.
Tea
Correct Answer(s)
A. Paper
B. Glass
D. TeaExplanation
The correct answer is paper, glass, and tea. These were the products that were taxed during the Townshend Act. Gold is not mentioned as one of the taxed products in the given options.Rate this question:
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- 11.
An official announcement is ...
- A.
Repeal
- B.
Proclamation
- C.
Parliament
- D.
Boycott
Correct Answer
B. ProclamationExplanation
The correct answer is "proclamation." A proclamation is an official announcement made by a person or authority, usually in a formal and public manner. It is used to declare or announce something of importance, such as a new law, a state of emergency, or a public holiday. Proclamations are often issued by government officials or heads of state to inform the public about significant events or decisions.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Another name for the French and Indian War was the British and French and Indian War.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because another name for the French and Indian War was not the British and French and Indian War. The conflict was primarily between the British and French, with Native American tribes also involved. The war took place between 1754 and 1763 and was fought over territorial disputes in North America. The British ultimately emerged victorious, gaining control of Canada and pushing the French out of North America.Rate this question:
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