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Explore pivotal events that shaped early American history in 'The Road to Revolution'. Assess your knowledge on colonial responses to British policies, critical acts, and influential figures that steered the path towards independence.

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  • 2. 

    Which law prohibited colonial settlers from moving pass the Appalachian Mountains?

    • Proclamation of 1763

    • Intolerable Acts

    • Stamp Act

    • Tea Act

    Correct Answer
    A. Proclamation of 1763
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the Proclamation of 1763. This law was issued by the British government after the French and Indian War to prevent colonial settlers from moving westward beyond the Appalachian Mountains. The British wanted to avoid conflicts with Native American tribes and maintain control over the newly acquired territories. The Proclamation of 1763 angered many colonists who saw it as a violation of their rights and an attempt to limit their expansion.

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  • 3. 

    The business of capturing, transporting and selling people is known as...

    • Cash crop

    • Slave trade

    • Charter

    • Townshend Act

    Correct Answer
    A. Slave trade
    Explanation
    The correct answer is slave trade. The term "slave trade" refers to the business of capturing, transporting, and selling people as slaves. It involves the buying and selling of individuals who are forced into labor or servitude against their will. This practice was prevalent during the colonial era and played a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade, where millions of Africans were forcibly transported to the Americas to work on plantations. The slave trade had a profound impact on the history and development of many countries, particularly those involved in the colonization of the New World.

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  • 4. 

    Tobacco, sugar, and cotton were raised in large quantities in the Southern colonies and sold for profit.  These are called...

    • Cash crops

    • Mercantilism

    • Tea Act

    • Charter

    Correct Answer
    A. Cash crops
    Explanation
    The correct answer is cash crops. Cash crops refer to agricultural products that are grown specifically for sale and profit, rather than for personal consumption. In the context of the Southern colonies, tobacco, sugar, and cotton were the main cash crops that were produced in large quantities and sold to generate income. These crops played a crucial role in the economic development of the Southern colonies and were a significant source of wealth and trade.

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  • 5. 

    What was the reason for settlement in Massachusetts?

    • Wealthy landowners could purchase more land.

    • It settled a debt for the king.

    • It gave Catholics a safe place to settle.

    • The Pilgrims could have religious freedom.

    Correct Answer
    A. Wealthy landowners could purchase more land.
    Explanation
    The reason for settlement in Massachusetts was that wealthy landowners could purchase more land. This suggests that the motivation behind settling in Massachusetts was primarily driven by economic opportunities and the ability to acquire and expand land holdings. This explanation aligns with the historical context of colonization in North America, where land was seen as a valuable resource and a means to accumulate wealth and power.

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  • 6. 

    A small army made up of ordinary citizens who are trained to fight in an emergency is call a....

    • Tyranny

    • Slave trade

    • Militia

    • Boycott

    Correct Answer
    A. Militia
    Explanation
    A small army made up of ordinary citizens who are trained to fight in an emergency is called a militia. This term refers to a group of individuals who are not professional soldiers but are prepared to defend their community or country when needed. Militias have historically played a significant role in times of war or civil unrest, providing a defense force composed of regular citizens who are willing to protect their homes and communities.

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  • 7. 

    When the colonists refused to buy British goods this was called...

    • Repeal

    • Boycott

    • Prosperous

    • A bad idea

    Correct Answer
    A. Boycott
    Explanation
    A boycott refers to the act of refusing to buy or participate in a certain activity as a form of protest or disagreement. In the context of the question, when the colonists refused to buy British goods, they were engaging in a boycott as a way to demonstrate their opposition to British policies and assert their independence. The term "repeal" refers to the act of revoking or canceling a law or policy, which is not applicable in this scenario. "Prosperous" refers to a state of success or wealth, and "a bad idea" is a subjective statement that does not accurately describe the situation.

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  • 8. 

    What were the very harsh laws created to punish the colonists after the Boston Tea Party?

    • Sugar Act

    • Townshend Act

    • Intolerable Acts

    • Stamp Act

    Correct Answer
    A. Intolerable Acts
    Explanation
    The Intolerable Acts were a series of laws passed by the British Parliament in response to the Boston Tea Party. These laws were meant to punish the colonists for their act of rebellion and to assert British authority. The Intolerable Acts included the Boston Port Act, which closed the port of Boston until the colonists paid for the destroyed tea; the Massachusetts Government Act, which revoked the colony's charter and placed it under direct British control; the Administration of Justice Act, which allowed British officials accused of crimes to be tried in England instead of the colonies; and the Quartering Act, which required colonists to house and provide for British soldiers. These acts were seen as extremely harsh and oppressive by the colonists and further fueled their desire for independence.

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  • 9. 

    The King gave formal documents that outlined a colony's geographic boundaries and specified how it would be governed.  This document was known as a...

    • Boston Massacre

    • Mayflower Compact

    • Cash crops

    • Charter

    Correct Answer
    A. Charter
    Explanation
    A charter is a formal document issued by a king or queen that establishes the boundaries and governance of a colony. It outlines the rights and privileges of the colonists and provides a legal framework for the colony's administration. Charters were important in colonial times as they granted certain freedoms and autonomy to the colonists while still maintaining the authority of the king.

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  • 10. 

    What was a reason for the settlement of Rhode Island?

    • It has fertile soil for cash crops.

    • The Puritans kicked out Roger Williams for not following the Puritan beliefs.

    • It settled a debt between the King of England and William Penn

    • Criminals from England chose to settle here instead of severing their prison sentences.

    Correct Answer
    A. The Puritans kicked out Roger Williams for not following the Puritan beliefs.
    Explanation
    The reason for the settlement of Rhode Island was that the Puritans expelled Roger Williams for not adhering to their beliefs.

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  • 11. 

    Which is the correct order of events

    • Tea Act, Boston Massacre, Intolerable Acts, French and Indian War

    • French and Indian War, Boston Massacre, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts

    • Intolerable Acts, French and Indian War, Boston Massacre, Tea Act

    • French and Indian War, Boston Massacre, Intolerable Acts, Tea Act

    Correct Answer
    A. French and Indian War, Boston Massacre, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts
    Explanation
    The correct order of events is as follows: French and Indian War, Boston Massacre, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts. The French and Indian War occurred first, followed by the Boston Massacre, which was a catalyst for tensions between the American colonists and the British. The Tea Act was then implemented by the British government as a way to assert control over the colonies, leading to the Intolerable Acts, which were a series of punitive measures taken by the British in response to the Boston Tea Party.

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  • 12. 

    Before 1755, which countries shared ownership of the Ohio Valley?

    • Great Britain and France

    • France and Spain

    • Great Britain and Italy

    • Holland and France

    Correct Answer
    A. Great Britain and France
    Explanation
    Before 1755, the Ohio Valley was shared by Great Britain and France. This was due to their colonial expansion efforts in North America. Both countries had established settlements and forts in the region, leading to territorial disputes and conflicts. The ownership of the Ohio Valley eventually became a major cause of the French and Indian War, which resulted in Great Britain gaining control over the area.

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  • 13. 

    What was the outcome of the French and Indian War

    • France took possession of Great Britain

    • The Indians took possession of the Appalachian Mountains

    • Spain took possession of Florida

    • Great Britain took possession of the Ohio Valley

    Correct Answer
    A. Great Britain took possession of the Ohio Valley
    Explanation
    The outcome of the French and Indian War was that Great Britain took possession of the Ohio Valley. This means that Great Britain gained control over the territory and resources in the Ohio Valley region. The war was fought between the British and French, with the support of Native American tribes, over territorial claims in North America. The British victory in the war resulted in them gaining significant territorial and political control in North America, including the Ohio Valley.

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  • 14. 

    Which event led the King to pass the Intolerable Acts?

    • Boston Massacre

    • Townshend Acts

    • Battle of Lexington

    • Boston Tea Party

    Correct Answer
    A. Boston Tea Party
    Explanation
    The King passed the Intolerable Acts in response to the Boston Tea Party. The Boston Tea Party was a protest by American colonists against British taxation policies. In this event, colonists disguised as Native Americans dumped tea into the Boston Harbor to protest against the Tea Act. The King saw this act as an act of rebellion and passed the Intolerable Acts as a way to punish the colonists and assert British authority over the colonies.

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  • 15. 

    Why did the colonists oppose many of the taxes placed on them by Parliament?

    • They were very poor and could not pay the taxes.

    • They resented being taxed without having representation in Parliament.

    • They thought the King used the tax money poorly.

    • They thought the British citizens were lazy and not paying enough taxes.

    Correct Answer
    A. They resented being taxed without having representation in Parliament.
    Explanation
    The colonists opposed many of the taxes placed on them by Parliament because they resented being taxed without having representation in Parliament. This means that they were being taxed by a government in which they had no say or voice. The colonists believed that they should have the right to be represented in the decision-making process regarding taxes and other matters that affected them. They saw this lack of representation as a violation of their rights and a form of oppression.

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  • 16. 

    The First Continental Congress met to decide how to respond to the Intolerable Acts.  What did the Congress decided to do? (Check all that apply)

    • Pay all taxes to the King

    • Boycott British goods

    • Fight for freedom

    • Send a letter to the King urging him to consider the colonists' complaints

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Boycott British goods
    A. Send a letter to the King urging him to consider the colonists' complaints
    Explanation
    The First Continental Congress decided to boycott British goods as a form of protest against the Intolerable Acts. They also decided to send a letter to the King urging him to consider the colonists' complaints.

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  • 17. 

    What was the purpose of British General Gage's march through Lexington and Concord?

    • He was going to take the colonists' ammunition and supplies.

    • He was protecting the colonists from the King.

    • His troops needed the exercise and training.

    • He wanted to begin a revolution between Great Britain and France.

    Correct Answer
    A. He was going to take the colonists' ammunition and supplies.
    Explanation
    The purpose of British General Gage's march through Lexington and Concord was to take the colonists' ammunition and supplies. This suggests that the British intended to disarm the colonists and weaken their ability to resist British rule. This action was one of the catalysts for the American Revolutionary War.

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  • 18. 

    After the Battles of Lexington and Concord, what was the big mistake Great Britain realized they had made?

    • The generals needed to have more troops.

    • The British troops did not have enough supplies

    • The British underestimated the colonists' willingness to fight and die for their rights.

    • The British troops liked the colonists and didn't want to fight against them.

    Correct Answer
    A. The British underestimated the colonists' willingness to fight and die for their rights.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is that the British underestimated the colonists' willingness to fight and die for their rights. This means that Great Britain did not anticipate the determination and resolve of the colonists to defend their rights and fight against British rule. This miscalculation ultimately led to the escalation of the American Revolutionary War and the eventual independence of the United States.

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  • 19. 

    What was the result when the colonists boycotted the Stamp Act?

    • Those colonists who would not pay the tax were buried alive.

    • Great Britain returned all the tax money to the colonists.

    • Great Britain allowed the colonists to have a representative in Parliament.

    • Great Britain repealed the Stamp Act.

    Correct Answer
    A. Great Britain repealed the Stamp Act.
    Explanation
    When the colonists boycotted the Stamp Act, Great Britain repealed the act. This means that they officially cancelled or revoked the Stamp Act, no longer requiring the colonists to pay the tax. The boycott and resistance from the colonists played a significant role in pressuring the British government to repeal the act.

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  • 20. 

    Preventing the colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains was part of which law?

    • Townshend Act

    • Boston Tea Party

    • Intolerable Acts

    • Proclamation of 1763

    Correct Answer
    A. Proclamation of 1763
    Explanation
    The Proclamation of 1763 was a law that prevented the colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains. This law was issued by the British government in order to avoid conflicts with Native American tribes and to maintain control over the western territories. The proclamation angered many colonists who saw it as a violation of their rights and further strained the relationship between the American colonies and Britain.

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  • 21. 

    Which of the following describes the climate and/or geography of the Middle Colonies?

    • Long hot summers

    • Cold snowy winters

    • Wooded mountains

    • Rocky coast

    • Short mild winters

    • Hot humid summers

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Cold snowy winters
    A. Wooded mountains
    A. Hot humid summers
    Explanation
    The Middle Colonies have a climate and geography that includes cold snowy winters, wooded mountains, and hot humid summers. This means that the region experiences harsh winters with significant snowfall, has mountainous areas covered in forests, and has summers that are hot and humid.

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  • 22. 

    Which of the following describes the climate and geography of the Southern Colonies?

    • Long hot humid summers

    • Broad rivers

    • Rocky soil

    • Short mild summers

    • Vast wetlands

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Long hot humid summers
    A. Broad rivers
    A. Vast wetlands
    Explanation
    The Southern Colonies had long hot humid summers, which can be attributed to their location in the southern part of North America. The presence of broad rivers was also a characteristic of the region, which provided transportation and trade opportunities. The vast wetlands in the Southern Colonies were likely due to the combination of the hot climate and the presence of rivers, creating a suitable environment for wetland formation. The mention of rocky soil is not applicable to the climate and geography of the Southern Colonies.

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  • 23. 

    Which of the following colonies are part of the New England region? Check all that apply.

    • Massachusetts

    • South Carolina

    • Pennsylvania

    • Rhode Island

    • Maryland

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Massachusetts
    A. Rhode Island
    Explanation
    The New England region consists of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. These two colonies are located in the northeastern part of the United States and are considered part of the New England region due to their geographical location and historical ties. South Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, on the other hand, are not part of the New England region.

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  • 24. 

    Which of the following colonies are part of the Southern Colony region? Check all that apply.

    • North Carolina

    • Delaware

    • Georgia

    • Virginia

    • New York

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. North Carolina
    A. Georgia
    A. Virginia
    Explanation
    The Southern Colony region includes North Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. These colonies were located in the southern part of the present-day United States. Delaware and New York, on the other hand, were part of the Middle Colony region.

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  • 25. 

    Which colonies are part of the Middle Colony Region? Check all that apply.

    • New York

    • Delaware

    • Maryland

    • Connecticut

    • New Jersey

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. New York
    A. Delaware
    A. New Jersey
    Explanation
    The Middle Colony Region consists of New York, Delaware, and New Jersey. These colonies were known for their diverse populations, including immigrants from various European countries and a mix of religions. They were also characterized by their fertile soil, which made agriculture a significant part of their economies. Maryland and Connecticut, on the other hand, were not part of the Middle Colony Region. Maryland was a Southern colony, known for its tobacco production, while Connecticut was part of the New England colonies.

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  • 26. 

    Type response belowWhy would John Adams, a future president of the United States and co-author of the Declaration of Independence say that defending the British soldiers after the Boston Massacre was, "one of the best pieces of service I ever rendered to my country."?

  • 27. 

                                                                                                                                                                                               Compare the pictures above.  Describe how the events in these pictures are similar.  How are they different? Type response below.

  • 28. 

    Compare the pictures again.  Describe how the message of  the pictures are similar. How are they different?Type response below

  • 29. 

    During the First Continental Congress, Patrick Henry proclaimed, "I am not a Virginian, but an American!"Why was this a pivotal moment in how the colonists viewed themselves?

  • 30. 

    Write a well written paragraph, decribing how the geography and climate of a region affects the economy of that region. Include examples to a specific region either from colonial time or from today.

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