American History Assessment 1 - Brandon Smith | Library

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Complete the map with the correct colonial region

What happened to the Roanoke colony in 1587?

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The Roanoke Colony was the first attempt by the English to establish a permanent settlement in North America.

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What was the first permanent English settlement in America?

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Who was the leader of the Jamestown colony?

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Rice, indigo, and ____________________ were major cash crops in Jamestown?

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Which New England colony was founded by Puritans?

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What was the primary economic activity (make money) in the New England colonies?

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What resource was abundant in the New England colonies that helped with shipbuilding?

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Which natural feature played a role in the New England colonies' ability to trade?

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The middle colonies were primarily agricultural, relying on farming as their main economic activity.

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The middle colonies were known for their religious tolerance and diversity. (Quakers)

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Indentured servitude was a way for people to...

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What was an indentured servant in colonial America?

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How long did indentured servant contracts usually last?

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Who was the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution?

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Which European countries were involved in the French Indian War?

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What was the main cause of the French Indian War?

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What did the Proclamation of 1763 aim to do?

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Who did the Proclamation of 1763 mainly impact?

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Which document declared the American colonies' independence?

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Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Boston Tea Party		Stopped buying British goods
Revolution		Citizen army
Militia		Taxed all legal and any paper documents
Stamp Act		The Sons of Liberty decided to dress up as Mohawk Indians and sneak onto the boats
Boycott		A drastic or radical change where something new begins

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What does 'no taxation without representation' mean?

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What role did 'no taxation without representation' play in the American Revolution?

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What is the main idea of this illustration?

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What led to the escalation between the colonists and the soldiers during the Boston massacre?

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Here are two stories about an event that took place in Boston on March 5, 1770. The British called it a riot, blaming the American colonists. The American colonists called it a massacre, blaming the British soldiers. As you read the two stories, see if you can decide what really happened. Explain your stance in 3-4 sentences