American Revolution

Mercantilism was

• A religious doctrine emphasizing charity and selflessness
• An economic theory that focuses on accumulating wealth through restricting colonial trade.

• A social movement advocating for the rights of workers in industrialized societies
• A political ideology that promotes free trade and minimal government intervention

The policy of salutary neglect gave the British-American colonies freedom to do what?

• establish a monarchy
• pay taxes willingly
• declare independence
• govern themselves

What was a result of the French and Indian War that impacted American colonists?

• Establishment of free trade agreements
• Granting of voting rights to American colonists
• Creation of a unified American government
• Imposition of taxes on American colonists

What does "No Taxation Without Representation" refer to?

• It refers to the idea that people should not be taxed if they do not have a direct say in the government making those tax decisions.
• It refers to the belief that taxation is not necessary for a functioning government
• It refers to the concept of disagreeing with what your elected representatives use tax dollars on

• It refers to the idea that taxes should be increased without representation

How did American colonists respond when the British government took away their colonial assemblies?

• Protests, boycotts, and the American Revolution
• Submission, cooperation, and the American Revolution
• Compliance, acceptance, and the American Revolution
• Celebrations, negotiations, and the American Revolution

Which ideas from John Locke did Americans used to justify their protest? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

• People are born with the natural rights of life, liberty, and property

• Governments that do not protect people's natural rights can be overthrown

• The power of the government only comes from the people's consent to be governed

Which of the following American figures primarily wrote the Declaration of Independence?

• Abraham Lincoln
• Thomas Jefferson
• Alexander Hamilton

• George Washington

Which battle ended the American Revolutionary War?

• Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Lexington

• Battle of Valley Forge

• Battle of Yorktown

The Treaty of Paris (1783) ended the war. The British granted the former colonies all territory east of the...

• Colorado River

• Appalachian Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Mississippi River

Which Enlightenment ideal means the people choose their leaders?

• Individual Liberty

• Divine Right
• Separation of Powers

• Popular Sovereignty