Sophia US History 1 Milestone Final.

25 You passed this Milestone 22 questions were answered correctly. 1 Which of the following quotations—from documents associated with the American, French and Haitian revolutions—exemplifies the Enlightenment idea of natural equality? "Liberty consists in the ability to do whatever does not harm another." "It must be the same for everyone whether it protects or penalizes. All citizens being equal in its eyes are equally admissible to all public dignities, offices and employments, according to their ability, and with no other distinction than that of their virtues and talents.” "We are not ignorant that there are some among you that have renounced their former errors, abjured the injustice of their exorbitant pretensions, and acknowledged the lawfulness of the cause for which we have been spilling our blood these twelve years." “The demands of the citizens may always tend toward maintaining the constitution and the general welfare.” CONCEPT The American Revolution in a Global Context 2 Why did some textile companies prefer to hire young women rather than whole family units? By hiring women, such companies hoped to correct a labor imbalance that was based on gender. Young women had formed unions that could benefit both the employers and the employees. Young women had few employment options and could be paid a very low wage. Young women were more likely to have innovative ideas about how to increase production. CONCEPT Market Revolution and Economic Changes 3 How did intellectual leaders like Thomas Jefferson and Dr. Samuel George Morton justify the legal differences between whites and blacks? They created pseudo-scientific arguments regarding the intellectual capacity of those of African descent. They argued that blacks were inferior because they were unable to prevent themselves from becoming slaves. They suggested that, although blacks and whites shared a common lineage, a history of servitude had degraded the African race. They claimed that, if slavery were not justifiable, it would not be nearly as common across time and place. CONCEPT Slavery in the United States in the 19th Century 4 What was the significance of the Barbary Wars to the United States? It ended the practice of impressment on the high seas. It asserted the young nation's independence and the ability of the U.S. Navy to defend itself. It was a show of Democratic-Republican power and was wildly unpopular among the Federalists. CONCEPT Looking East 5Which native civilization invented a numerical system to keep records? The Maya The Inca The Aztec The Olmec CONCEPT The First Settlers 6 Which English colony was governed under the terms of the Mayflower Compact? Massachusetts Bay Plymouth Jamestown Maryland CONCEPT The English Colonial Experiment: Virginia and Massachusetts 7 George Washington was an important figure in the Revolutionary War. Select the statement that correctly identifies him. “I arrived in America as a volunteer, but was soon promoted to an officer’s position in the Continental Army.” “I transferred 15,000 troops to the Chesapeake Bay and moved to take Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.” "I led my troops across the Delaware River to Trenton, New Jersey, on an early morning raid the day after Christmas." “I realized that to defeat the British in the south, I had to divide my troops, and the strategy worked.” CONCEPT The American War for Independence, 1775 - 1783 8 Which of the following was a source of tension between English colonists and Native Americans? The growing Native American population placed pressure on colonial settlements. Native Americans and colonists competed for control of the tobacco market. Native Americans killed colonists indiscriminately, but the reverse was not true. Colonists and various native groups sought to exploit each other to further their own ends. CONCEPT English and Native American Conflict 9 Based on Olaudah Equiano's experiences as a slave, which of the following statements is true? Historians estimate that nearly twenty million Africans were captured and transported to the Americas. Slave hunters sought strong young men and women of child-bearing age. African traders, European merchants and American plantation owners all profited from the slave trade. Slaves were usually pre-purchased and delivered directly to their new owners in the Americas. CONCEPT American Slavery from an African Perspective 10 Consider the following statement:"Women can no longer sit by and submit to their husbands, who are like slave masters over them." Which of the following principles or movements would the speaker most likely support? The Abolitionist Movement Separate Spheres Ideology The Seneca Falls Convention Republican Motherhood CONCEPT Women's Activism in the Early 19th Century 11 Which of the following describes slavery in the Northern colonies in the 18th century? Slavery was not practiced at all in this region. This region contained the majority of African slaves in British North America. The slave trade played a key role in this region's maritime economy. Slave owners in this region were the societal elite who maintained power and influence. CONCEPT Think About It: What Was the Importance of Slavery to the Colonies? 12 Under Pennsylvania's 1776 constitution, any man who was 21 or older, paid taxes and had lived in one place for a year could vote. At the time, how did Pennsylvania's voter requirements compare with those of other states? Voter requirements differed wildly from state to state, so it's hard to compare. They were among the most restrictive requirements in the new country. They were fairly representative of the laws in other states. They were the most relaxed of the thirteen original states. CONCEPT Creating a Republic 13 Which of the following was a result of the War of 1812? Increased nationalism and patriotism in the United States Peace treaties that respected native land claims Transition of power from Federalists to Democratic-Republicans New territories and colonies gained for the United States CONCEPT The War of 1812 14 Which of the following statements about the southern economy before the Civil War is true? Slavery began to diminish after the invention of the cotton gin. Cotton was important in the South, but not to the nation as a whole. The southern climate was ideal for the cultivation of cotton. The slave population continued to grow as new slaves were imported from abroad. CONCEPTThe Southern Economy 15 Which of the following was a result of the Fugitive Slave Act? Southerners blamed the North for attempting to limit where slavery could flourish. Abolitionists encouraged resistance to the law; some even advocated for violence. White Southerners were satisfied with northern support for the law. Some states that were required to provide the funds to pay slave catchers refused to do so. CONCEPT The Compromise of 1850 16 Which of the following statements best represents Abraham Lincoln's experience of and views on slavery prior to the Civil War? “Only with the proper regulations in place can this country permanently endure as half slave and half free.” "The people of each state must decide for themselves to do the right thing and abolish slavery." "Once slavery is abolished, the fight for full equality can move forward and transform our nation." "There are southerners who recognize that slavery is immoral, otherwise why are there so many who have been freed?" CONCEPT Think About It: Was Lincoln an Abolitionist? 17 Which of the following statements about the Confederacy is true? The Confederate Constitution left the issue of slavery up to individual states to decide for themselves. The Confederate Constitution doubled as a declaration of war against the northern states and the federal government. The Confederate Constitution strengthened state sovereignty at the expense of national government. The Confederate Constitution was similar to the U.S. Constitution, but it only had a one-house congress and no judicial branch. CONCEPT