The final blow to Native American tribal life on the Plains was __________. a. the deaths of the major Native American leaders b. the extermination of the buffalo herds c. incessant tribal warfare d. the reservation system e. the introduction of crop farming ANSWER B
What was the name of the organization of groups of colonial women who organized a boycott of British goods in the 1770s and continued to play an important patriotic role during the Revolutionary War? A) Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) B) Mothers of Liberty C) Daughters of Liberty D) Sisters of Liberty ANSWER […]
The First Continental Congress created the Continental Association to A) select delegates to a second Continental Congress. B) carry a final colonial petition to Parliament. C) begin making preparations for war with England. D) enforce a new trade boycott against England. ANSWER D
How did the political and military strategy employed by General Washington and the Second Continental Congress help ensure an American victory in the war for independence? Answer: ANSWER An ideal answer will: 1. Discuss the importance of the selection of the experienced General Washington as commander of the Continental Army by the Second Continental […]
The first great federal transportation project was the __________. a. building of the National Road b. Lancaster Turnpike c. Erie Canal d. transcontinental railroad e. Union and Pacific Railroad ANSWER A
Which political leader played a critical role in Congress by passing the 10 amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, for ratification by the states? A) Alexander Hamilton B) George Washington C) James Madison D) Theodorick Bland ANSWER Answer: C
Initially, Lord Baltimore intended that Maryland be a haven for __________. a. Quakers b. Puritans c. Catholics d. Baptists e. Separatists ANSWER C
Following the passage of the bank bill, one of Hamilton’s final accomplishments as treasury secretary was A) the creation of federal deposit insurance for bank customers. B) the creation of Fort Knox to hold America’s reserve gold supply. C) reconciling with Madison and Jefferson to reduce political divisions. D) the creation of a federal mint […]
Describe the impact of Pontiac’s uprising on the design of British colonial policy. What was the colonists’ response to this policy? What will be an ideal response? ANSWER British officials were concerned that the westward movement of white colonists would provoke war with the Native Americans and add to the cost of defending the […]
How do the Alien and Sedition Acts illuminate the nature and scope of American politics by the conclusion of the 1700s? Assume the role of a defender of the acts or an opponent of the laws and justify your position in political and constitutional terms. Is there anyone can contribute to this please! Thanks… […]