Exploring the Foundations of American Independence

What event marked the beginning of the British attempts to reassert control over its colonies?

• The Battle of Yorktown

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Boston Tea Party

• The Proclamation of 1763

Which act was directly related to the outbreak of violence in Boston, contributing to the revolutionary sentiment?

• The Boston Massacre

• The Townshend Acts

• The Stamp Act

• The Sugar Act

What was the primary purpose of the Articles of Confederation?

• To outline the new nation's government structure

• To declare independence from Britain

• To create a loose alliance of the states

• To establish a strong central government

Which document officially ended the American Revolutionary War?

• The Treaty of Paris

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

What was a significant challenge faced by the new United States of America in its early years?

• Establishing a monarchy

• Forming alliances with European powers

• Expanding westward without conflict

• Creating a unified national identity

Which of the following best describes the impact of Enlightenment ideas on the US government?

• They promoted the establishment of a monarchy

• They influenced the principles of democracy and republicanism

• They led to the abolition of slavery

• They discouraged the involvement of religion in governance

Which principle was NOT a part of the new government established by the United States?

• Federalism

• Anti-federalism

• Republican principles

• Absolute monarchy

What was a direct consequence of western migration in the United States?

• The immediate end of conflicts with Native Americans

• The establishment of new European colonies

• Increased conflicts with Native Americans and European nations

• The rapid industrialization of the West

How did the new United States address the issue of slavery in its newly acquired territories?

• Allowed slavery to continue and expand

• Established laws for gradual emancipation

• Ignored the issue completely

• Immediate abolition

What was the main focus of the document-based essay question in the AP US History exam?

• To test writing skills

• To evaluate understanding of historical documents

• To challenge students' opinions on historical events

• To assess creative thinking