United States History (Midterm Review)

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Which of the following wars are listed in chronological order correctly?

Revolutionary, Seven Year , 1812
Revolutionary, 1812, Civil War
French & Indian, Civil War, Revolutionary
None of the above

Correct Answer

A. Revolutionary, 1812, Civil War

Explanation

The correct answer is Revolutionary, 1812, Civil War. This is the correct chronological order of the wars listed. The Revolutionary War took place from 1775 to 1783, followed by the War of 1812 from 1812 to 1815, and then the Civil War from 1861 to 1865.

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3.

The first slaves were brought to America by

German Hessians
Dutch Merchants
Colonial Settlers

Correct Answer

A. Dutch Merchants

Explanation

Dutch merchants brought the first slaves to America. This is because the Dutch were heavily involved in the transatlantic slave trade during the 17th century. They established colonies in the Americas, particularly in areas such as New Netherland (which later became New York), where they utilized enslaved Africans for labor on plantations and in other industries. The Dutch merchants played a significant role in initiating the system of slavery in America by importing and selling enslaved individuals.

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4.

Congress is made up of several internal committees such as

Public Health and Safety Commission
Ways & Means
House of Representatives

Correct Answer

A. Ways & Means

Explanation

The given answer is "Ways & Means." This is because the question asks for the internal committees of Congress, and "Ways & Means" is one of those committees. The other options listed, "Public Health and Safety Commission" and "House of Representatives," are not internal committees of Congress.

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5.

The process of Filibustering on a bill is best accomplished in

Executive Cabinet meetings
Judicial Review of the Supreme Court
During House of Representative assemblies
During Senatorial Sessions

Correct Answer

A. During Senatorial Sessions

Explanation

Filibustering is a tactic used in legislative bodies, particularly in the Senate, to delay or prevent the passage of a bill. It involves prolonged speeches or other tactics to obstruct the legislative process. Since the question is asking about the best setting for filibustering on a bill, it is logical to choose "During Senatorial Sessions" as the correct answer. This is because filibustering is most commonly associated with the Senate, where individual senators have more time and freedom to engage in lengthy speeches and other tactics to stall the legislative process.

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6.

The proclamation of 1763 established colonial settlers authority to operate freely within America and spawned their ability to move Westward

True
False

Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

The proclamation of 1763 did not establish colonial settlers' authority to operate freely within America or enable their westward movement. In fact, it imposed restrictions on colonial expansion beyond the Appalachian Mountains, aiming to prevent conflicts with Native American tribes and maintain British control over the region. This proclamation was met with opposition and defiance from many colonists who desired access to the western lands. Therefore, the statement is false.

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7.

Chrispus Attickus and many other valiant men died senselessly during Shay's Rebellion

True
False

Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

The statement is false because Chrispus Attickus did not die during Shay's Rebellion. He was actually killed during the Boston Massacre in 1770, which occurred several years before Shay's Rebellion in 1786-1787.

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8.

The slave trade in America was inclusive of more than 4 million slaves

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The statement is true because the slave trade in America did indeed involve more than 4 million slaves. From the 16th to the 19th century, millions of African people were forcibly taken from their homes and transported to the Americas to be enslaved. This brutal trade had a significant impact on the population and economy of the Americas, particularly in regions like the southern United States where large-scale plantation agriculture was prevalent. The number of slaves involved in this trade is estimated to be well over 4 million, making the statement true.

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The south was referred to as the confederacy due to their staunch support of the articles of confederation

True
False

Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The explanation for the given correct answer is that the south was indeed referred to as the confederacy because they strongly supported the articles of confederation. The articles of confederation were the first constitution of the United States, which granted more power to the individual states rather than a centralized government. During the American Civil War, the southern states, also known as the Confederate States of America, seceded from the Union and formed their own government based on the principles of the articles of confederation. Therefore, it is true that the south was referred to as the confederacy due to their staunch support of the articles of confederation.

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United States History (Midterm Review)

Which ammendment abolished slavery and prohibited involuntary servitude?

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Which of the following wars are listed in chronological order correctly?

The first slaves were brought to America by

Congress is made up of several internal committees such as

The process of Filibustering on a bill is best accomplished in

The proclamation of 1763 established colonial settlers authority to operate freely within America and spawned their ability to move Westward

Chrispus Attickus and many other valiant men died senselessly during Shay's Rebellion

The slave trade in America was inclusive of more than 4 million slaves

The south was referred to as the confederacy due to their staunch support of the articles of confederation

Explain the necessity of modifying the U.S. Constitution?