7th SS - American Exploration West – Set #9

The Embargo Act was a law passed by the United States Congress in 1807. What was its primary purpose?

• To prohibit American ships from trading in all foreign ports

• To allow free trade with all nations

• To increase tariffs on imported goods

• To form military alliances with European countries

Define the vocabulary word: tribute.

• Payment for protection in foreign waters

• A type of ancient currency

• A form of punishment

• A traditional dance

Nationalism is defined as:

• Patriotism or Pride in ones Country

• A form of government where power is held by the people.

• An economic system where trade is controlled by private owners.

• A cultural movement that emphasizes individual freedom.

Francis Scott Key is best known for:

• writing the Declaration of Independence

• composing the national anthem of the United States - the Star Spangled Banner

• being a President of the United States

• inventing the telephone

Frigates are a type of:

• bird

• ship

• Wagon

• insect

Neutral rights are defined as the rights of a nation to remain neutral in a conflict between other countries. Which of the following best describes neutral rights?

• The rights of a nation to engage in war

• The rights of a nation to remain neutral in a conflict

• The rights of a nation to form alliances

• The rights of a nation to impose sanctions

Sacagawea is best known for her role as a:

• Explorer

• Guide and interpreter for the Lewis and Clark Expedition

• Native American chief

• Pioneer settler

Conestoga wagons are defined as:

• A type of large, covered wagon used for long-distance travel during the 18th and 19th centuries.

• A small, open cart used for local transportation.

• A type of boat used for river travel.

• A type of carriage used for city travel.

Tecumseh is best defined as:

• A Native American leader of the Shawnee who opposed the United States during Tecumseh's War and became an ally of Britain in the War of 1812.

• A famous American inventor known for his work on the light bulb.

• A renowned European artist known for his impressionist paintings.

• A Native American who welcomed Lewis and Clarks Corps of Discovery and hosted them through the winter months in the Rocky Mountains

An embargo is a:

• type of fruit

• government order restricting trade

• musical instrument

• ancient civilization