Colonial Governance and Independence Quiz

Which of the following was a method of colonial self-governance during the period of Salutary Neglect?

• Direct rule by the British monarchy

• Town meetings

• Military governance

• Rule by royal governors

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What was the primary outcome of the 1763 Treaty of Paris?

• It ended the American Revolution.

• It ended the French and Indian War.

• It established the United States as an independent nation.

• It ceded Florida to the British.

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GA.SSUSH3.a.

How did the colonial response to the Stamp Act manifest?

• Through the Boston Tea Party

• Formation of the Sons and Daughters of Liberty

• Signing of the Declaration of Independence

• Establishment of the Continental Army

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GA.SSUSH3.b.

What was the significance of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" in the movement for independence?

• It was a legal document declaring independence.

• It was a pamphlet that argued for independence from Britain.

• It was a treaty with France.

• It was a military strategy guide.

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GA.SSUSH3.c.

Which intellectual source influenced the Declaration of Independence?

• The Magna Carta

• The writings of John Locke

• The Code of Hammurabi

• The Napoleonic Code

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GA.SSUSH4.a.

Describe how colonial self-governance was practiced during the period of Salutary Neglect.

• Colonies were directly controlled by the British Parliament.

• Colonies had their own legislative assemblies.

• Colonies were governed by military leaders.

• Colonies had no form of self-governance.

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GA.SSUSH2.c.

Analyze the impact of the French and Indian War on the relationship between Britain and its American colonies.

• It strengthened the relationship by increasing trade.

• It weakened the relationship due to increased taxes and military presence.

• It had no impact on their relationship.

• It led to immediate independence for the colonies.

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GA.SSUSH3.a.

Explain the colonial reaction to the Proclamation of 1763.

• Colonists were pleased and followed the proclamation.

• Colonists ignored it and continued to move westward.

• Colonists petitioned the British Parliament for more land.

• Colonists supported the British decision to limit expansion.

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GA.SSUSH3.b.

Evaluate the role of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" in shaping public opinion towards independence.

• It had little to no impact on public opinion.

• It convinced many colonists that independence was necessary.

• It was only popular among British loyalists.

• It was primarily a military strategy document.

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GA.SSUSH3.c.

Discuss the role of Thomas Jefferson in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.

• He was the sole author of the document.

• He was a member of the Committee of Five and the primary drafter.

• He opposed the Declaration and did not participate.

• He was responsible for printing the document.

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