U.S. History Standard 4 Flashcard

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Which of these was a major philosophy expressed in the Declaration of Independence? Support for states' rights and slavery. The need for a federal system of government. A belief in the natural rights of citizens. A belief in the benefits of a laissez-faire economy.

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A belief in the natural rights of citizens.

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The Declaration of Independence criticized the king of England on which of the following?
- Failing to provide key public services.
- Ignoring earlier complaints by colonists.
- Creating too many civic obligations for colonists.
- Failing to unite the colonies under one government.

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Ignoring earlier complaints by colonists.

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Which philosopher is often associated with the unalienable rights expressed in the US Declaration of Independence?

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John Locke

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During the American Revolution, Benjamin Franklin was MOST instrumental in which of these? Preventing the destruction of Philadelphia. Serving as the head of the Second Continental Congress. Serving as the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. Convincing France to assist the United States in the war.

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Convincing France to assist the United States in the war.

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Why is Marqus de Lafayette remembered for his contributions to the American Revolution?

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He was a general in the Continental Army and helped defeat the British at Yorktown.

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From which military did George Washington receive his military training?

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The British Army

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British General Charles Cornwallis surrendered to Continental forces following which battle?

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The Siege of Yorktown

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Why were the British soldiers unable to escape from Continental forces at the Siege of Yorktown?

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Warships were patrolling the river and harbor.

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Which statement accurately describes American Indians' role in the American Revolution? Options: Most American Indians supported the United States during the revolution. Most American Indians supported Great Britain during the revolution. Most American Indians lived west of the Mississippi River, so they did not care who won. Most American Indians believed that both sides were equally bad, so they remained neutral.

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Most American Indians supported Great Britain during the revolution.

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The Declaration of Independence is BEST described as

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an explanation of why the colonies were dissolving political connection to Britain