Which of the following excerpts is a grievance of the American colonists that was included in the Declaration of Independence?(1 point)
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“We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America. . . solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States. . . .”
“We, therefore, the Representatives of the United States of America. . . solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States. . . .”
“Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government.”
“Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government.”
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
“He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.”
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“He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.”
A government of our own is our natural right: And when a man seriously reflects on the precariousness of human affairs, he will become convinced, that it is infinitely wiser and safer, to form a constitution of our own in a cool deliberate manner, while we have it in our power, than to trust such an interesting event to time and chance.
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Use the excerpt to answer the question.
What effect do you think these words had on the American colonists?
(1 point)
Responses
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
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Use the excerpt to answer the question.
What effect do you think these words had on the American colonists?
(1 point)
Responses
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely inspired fear in the Loyalists of the Patriots.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely encouraged the Framers to meet and write the U.S. Constitution at the Continental Congress.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
They most likely increased colonial acts of civil disobedience by confirming their validity
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They most likely strengthened the colonists’ desire to act on their wish to separate from Britain.
In an effort to rally the nation in the midst of war, and attract popular support for itself, Congress addressed the inhabitants of the United States, reminding them of the cruelties they had suffered at the hands of the British, and warning them that more such treatment would result from a reunion with Britain. Because people regularly gathered at places of worship, Congress distributed the address to "churches and chapels and other places of religious worship" with the request that ministers read it aloud to their congregation immediately after divine service. Written by Congressman Gouverneur Morris, the address was sent throughout the states, and 50 copies were given to General Washington, to disperse throughout the army.
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Use the excerpt to answer the question.
Why did Congress feel the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778?
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Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
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Use the excerpt to answer the question.
Why did Congress feel the need to boost American morale by releasing this address in early 1778?
(1 point)
Responses
Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
American army had given up and began to side with the British.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress hoped people would donate much needed supplies.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
Congress used the address as a way to trick the British.
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Americans were beginning to lose hope of winning their independence.
What was the impact of Minutemen during the Revolutionary War?(1 point)
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They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used.
They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used.
They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching.
They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army.
As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army.
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They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used.
They were able to resist British forces using the same tactics that British soldiers used.
They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching.
They set up signals to warn the regular American army whenever British soldiers were approaching.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army.
As wealthy farmers, they provided much needed financial support to the American army.
As trained soldiers who could prepare for battle quickly, they fought the British at Lexington and Concord.
What does the timeline suggest as a reason why the French supported the Americans during the Revolutionary War?
(1 point)
Responses
The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.
The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.
The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.
The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.
The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war.
The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war.
The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.
(1 point)
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The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.
The French hoped to overthrow the Americans and reclaim their land.
The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.
The French believed supporting the Americans would bring them wealth.
The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war.
The French feared that American troops would attack them unless they joined the war.
The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.
The French were angry with Britain and wanted to support its enemies.
What was the mistake British General Charles Cornwallis made that ultimately caused his defeat?(1 point)
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He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans.
He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans.
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA
He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA
He failed to cut off supply routes to the Carolinas
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He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans.
He failed to listen to Benedict Arnold who informed him of key information about the Americans.
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA
He miscalculated the strength of the Continental Army in Charlottesville, VA
He failed to cut off supply routes to the Carolinas
He retreated to Yorktown where he was trapped.
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How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War?(1 point)
Responses
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They withdrew their support of the British.
How did the French respond when the colonies defeated the British at Saratoga in the Revolutionary War?(1 point)
Responses
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They formed an alliance with Germany to attack the British.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They supported the British in their efforts to control the colonies.
They withdrew their support of the British.
They were encouraged to support the patriot effort.
Which statement correctly contrasts Mary Ludwig Hays’ contributions during the Revolution to those of Betsy Ross?(1 point)
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Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
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Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays made guns and cannons and Ross helped on the home front.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
Hays was killed in battle and Ross pushed for equal rights for women.
Hays took charge of her husband's farm and Ross tended to wounded soldiers.
Hays operated a cannon in battle and Ross made the American flag.
What most strongly motivated African American soldiers to fight in the Revolutionary War with the Patriots?(1 point)
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the desire to achieve military ranks
the desire to achieve military ranks
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
Responses
the desire to achieve military ranks
the desire to achieve military ranks
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
the need to protect their family and the families of their masters
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the fear of what would happen if they did not fight in the war
the hope that the war would also bring an end to slavery
Who had the power to resolve the dispute between New Hampshire and New York regarding Vermont?
(1 point)
Responses
no one
no one
Congress
Congress
the state militias
the state militias
the Continental Army
(1 point)
Responses
no one
no one
Congress
Congress
the state militias
the state militias
the Continental Army
Congress
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What was one reason for the establishment of the Articles of Confederation?
(1 point)
Responses
They were needed to pay off national debt from the war.
They were needed to pay off national debt from the war.
Leaders believed that in order to achieve independence, there should be a national government.
Leaders believed that in order to achieve independence, there should be a national government.
Leaders believed a more centralized government was needed that gave power to the president.
Leaders believed a more centralized government was needed that gave power to the president.
They were created to show rebellion against the British king.
What was one reason for the establishment of the Articles of Confederation?
(1 point)
Responses
They were needed to pay off national debt from the war.
They were needed to pay off national debt from the war.
Leaders believed that in order to achieve independence, there should be a national government.
Leaders believed that in order to achieve independence, there should be a national government.
Leaders believed a more centralized government was needed that gave power to the president.
Leaders believed a more centralized government was needed that gave power to the president.
They were created to show rebellion against the British king.
Leaders believed that in order to achieve independence, there should be a national government.
Which of the following was an important effect of Shays’s Rebellion?
(1 point)
Responses
more powerful state militias
more powerful state militias
more power given to Congress
more power given to Congress
the establishment of a new national military force
the establishment of a new national military force
a convention to revise the Articles of Confederation
a convention to revise the Articles of Confederation
(1 point)
Responses
more powerful state militias
more powerful state militias
more power given to Congress
more power given to Congress
the establishment of a new national military force
the establishment of a new national military force
a convention to revise the Articles of Confederation
a convention to revise the Articles of Confederation
a convention to revise the Articles of Confederation
Which of the following statements best describes how the Northwest Ordinance established a method for settlement? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
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It dictated that new territories would become part of an existing state.
It dictated that new territories would become part of an existing state.
It provided a procedure whereby new states could become part of the United States.
It provided a procedure whereby new states could become part of the United States.
It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
It ensured that any Native American living in the territory would become a citizen.
(1 point)
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It dictated that new territories would become part of an existing state.
It dictated that new territories would become part of an existing state.
It provided a procedure whereby new states could become part of the United States.
It provided a procedure whereby new states could become part of the United States.
It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
It ensured that any Native American living in the territory would become a citizen.
It provided a procedure whereby new states could become part of the United States.
It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
It established laws that gave basic rights to settlers.
What was one strength of the Articles of Confederation?
(1 point)
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It allowed states to make decisions for themselves.
It allowed states to make decisions for themselves.
It gave the federal government power to impose taxes.
It gave the federal government power to impose taxes.
It gave Congress the authority to overturn decisions made by the president.
It gave Congress the authority to overturn decisions made by the president.
It provided Congress with a means to regulate trade.
(1 point)
Responses
It allowed states to make decisions for themselves.
It allowed states to make decisions for themselves.
It gave the federal government power to impose taxes.
It gave the federal government power to impose taxes.
It gave Congress the authority to overturn decisions made by the president.
It gave Congress the authority to overturn decisions made by the president.
It provided Congress with a means to regulate trade.
It allowed states to make decisions for themselves.
Shays's rebellion in 1787 was in response to what? Select all that apply.
(1 point)
Responses
expansion of territories
expansion of territories
the Northwest Ordinance
the Northwest Ordinance
seizure of farms
seizure of farms
increased taxes
(1 point)
Responses
expansion of territories
expansion of territories
the Northwest Ordinance
the Northwest Ordinance
seizure of farms
seizure of farms
increased taxes
seizure of farms
increased taxes
increased taxes
Which of the following was one of the principal authors of the Federalist Papers?
(1 point)
Responses
George Washington
George Washington
Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
(1 point)
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George Washington
George Washington
Alexander Hamilton
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Alexander Hamilton
The Three-Fifths Compromise concerned representation based on which of the following groups?
(1 point)
Responses
women
women
Native Americans
Native Americans
slaves
slaves
immigrants
(1 point)
Responses
women
women
Native Americans
Native Americans
slaves
slaves
immigrants
slaves
The Enlightenment philosopher Baron de Montesquieu wrote about which government structure that was adopted in the Constitution?
(1 point)
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separation of church and state
separation of church and state
limited government
limited government
separation of powers
separation of powers
self-government
(1 point)
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separation of church and state
separation of church and state
limited government
limited government
separation of powers
separation of powers
self-government
separation of powers
In the debate over the Constitution, which of the following did Federalists favor?
(1 point)
Responses
a bill of rights
a bill of rights
an end to taxes
an end to taxes
a strong national government
a strong national government
strong state governments
(1 point)
Responses
a bill of rights
a bill of rights
an end to taxes
an end to taxes
a strong national government
a strong national government
strong state governments
a strong national government
Which of the following was the minimum requirement for the U.S. Constitution to go into effect?
(1 point)
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6 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
6 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
9 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
9 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
11 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
11 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
All 13 states had to ratify it.
(1 point)
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6 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
6 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
9 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
9 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
11 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
11 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
All 13 states had to ratify it.
9 of the 13 states had to ratify it.
In the preamble of the Constitution, to what does the phrase "provide for the common defense" refer?
(1 point)
Responses
provide for a police force
provide for a police force
provide a military
provide a military
ensure liberty to future generations
ensure liberty to future generations
provide money for scientific research
(1 point)
Responses
provide for a police force
provide for a police force
provide a military
provide a military
ensure liberty to future generations
ensure liberty to future generations
provide money for scientific research
provide a military
What fraction of state legislatures must approve an amendment before it becomes law?
(1 point)
Responses
one-half
one-half
three-fifth
three-fifth
two-thirds
two-thirds
three-fourths
(1 point)
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one-half
one-half
three-fifth
three-fifth
two-thirds
two-thirds
three-fourths
three-fourths
How does staying informed on important issues best help voters?
(1 point)
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It helps voters know which candidates they agree with, and why.
It helps voters know which candidates they agree with, and why.
It helps candidates come up with better solutions to the issues.
It helps candidates come up with better solutions to the issues.
It helps voters organize protests against unfavorable candidates.
It helps voters organize protests against unfavorable candidates.
It helps voters follow the advertisements that candidates put out.
(1 point)
Responses
It helps voters know which candidates they agree with, and why.
It helps voters know which candidates they agree with, and why.
It helps candidates come up with better solutions to the issues.
It helps candidates come up with better solutions to the issues.
It helps voters organize protests against unfavorable candidates.
It helps voters organize protests against unfavorable candidates.
It helps voters follow the advertisements that candidates put out.
It helps voters know which candidates they agree with, and why.
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