U.S. History and Government Quiz

What was the impact of the Erie Canal on trade and New York City?

• Opened faster trade between New York and western states

• Decreased the price of goods

• Aided in the growth of New York City as a port

What is Industrialization?

What is Sectionalism?

What are the Southern Colonies known for?

• Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia

• Plantations, warm, rich soil, cash crops

• Slavery

What were the reasons for exploration?

• Increase wealth (gold)

• Expand empire (glory)

• Spread Christianity (God)

What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?

What was the impact of the War of 1812 on US manufacturing?

What happened at Yorktown in 1789?

Why was Maryland established?

What were the New England Colonies known for?

• Fishing, whaling, lumbering and shipbuilding

• Rocky soil, cold climate and a lot of trees