Question 1

Discuss the concept of "salutary neglect."

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Salutary neglect was a policy followed by the British government towards its American colonies during the 17th and 18th centuries. It involved the British government deliberately avoiding strict enforcement of parliamentary laws in the colonies, allowing them a certain degree of autonomy and self-governance. This policy was based on the belief that as long as the colonies remained loyal to the British crown and contributed to its economic interests, it was not necessary to interfere too heavily in their internal affairs.

Salutary neglect allowed the American colonies to develop their own political, economic, and social institutions without direct interference from the British government. This period of relative autonomy contributed to the growth of a distinct American identity and a sense of self-reliance among the colonists. It also led to the development of a strong tradition of self-government and individual rights, which would later influence the American Revolution and the founding of the United States.

However, salutary neglect was not without its drawbacks. The policy created a sense of independence and self-sufficiency among the colonists, which made it more difficult for the British government to assert its control over them when it eventually tried to tighten its grip on the colonies. This ultimately contributed to the tensions that led to the American Revolution.

In summary, salutary neglect was a policy of non-interference and lax enforcement of laws by the British government towards its American colonies. While it allowed the colonies to develop their own distinct identity and institutions, it also sowed the seeds of future conflict between the colonies and the British government.

Question 2

John and Samuel Adams urged their fellow colonists to reject the arguments of Common Sense.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

The Currency Act of 1764:

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A)   prohibited the colonies from making their currency legal tender
B)   created terrible inflation in the colonies
C)   was designed to ease the shortage of hard money in the colonies
D)   said that lenders had to accept paper money in payment of debts
E)   changed the name of the basic monetary unit to "dollar" from "pound" A

Question 4

Which was more important in the coming of the Revolution: the development of a set of intellectual assumptions in the American colonies regarding liberty, equality, and so forth, or changes in British imperial policy?

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Question 5

All of the following were true of the early Revolution EXCEPT:

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A)   Americans were farmers, not soldiers
B)   The Patriots lacked military training and discipline
C)   The British army was the best trained and equipped in the world
D)   Patriots were universally united behind the cause of independence
E)   Americans had the advantage of knowing the local terrain

Question 6

Describe the Royal Proclamation of 1763 and the impact it had on the relationship between Britain and the American colonies.

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Question 7

MATCHING
Match each description with the item below.
-Benjamin Franklin

Accepted Answer

A)  was a British general in the French and Indian War
B)  surrendered Fort Necessity to the French
C)  wrote Common Sense
D)  architect of the Albany Plan of Union
E)  warned citizens of Lexington of a British military advanceF) wrote Two Treatises on GovernmentG) was a British war minister during the French and Indian WarH) organized the Sons of LibertyI) proposed the Stamp ActJ) was the governor of the Dominion of New England

Question 8

MATCHING
Match each description with the item below.
-Thomas Paine

Accepted Answer

A)  was a British general in the French and Indian War
B)  surrendered Fort Necessity to the French
C)  wrote Common Sense
D)  architect of the Albany Plan of Union
E)  warned citizens of Lexington of a British military advanceF) wrote Two Treatises on GovernmentG) was a British war minister during the French and Indian WarH) organized the Sons of LibertyI) proposed the Stamp ActJ) was the governor of the Dominion of New England

Question 9

MATCHING
Match each description with the item below.
-Samuel Adams

Accepted Answer

A)  was a British general in the French and Indian War
B)  surrendered Fort Necessity to the French
C)  wrote Common Sense
D)  architect of the Albany Plan of Union
E)  warned citizens of Lexington of a British military advanceF) wrote Two Treatises on GovernmentG) was a British war minister during the French and Indian WarH) organized the Sons of LibertyI) proposed the Stamp ActJ) was the governor of the Dominion of New England

Question 10

John Locke's writings justified revolution in some cases.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The Stamp Act placed the first tax on the new colonial postal system.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

George Grenville continued the policy of "salutary neglect."

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

MATCHING
Match each description with the item below.
-George Grenville

Accepted Answer

A)  was a British general in the French and Indian War
B)  surrendered Fort Necessity to the French
C)  wrote Common Sense
D)  architect of the Albany Plan of Union
E)  warned citizens of Lexington of a British military advanceF) wrote Two Treatises on GovernmentG) was a British war minister during the French and Indian WarH) organized the Sons of LibertyI) proposed the Stamp ActJ) was the governor of the Dominion of New England

Question 14

During the period of salutary neglect:

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A)   the British government took less of a role in governing the American colonies
B)   new and efficient trade regulations were introduced
C)   William and Mary ruled Britain
D)   a new trade board, the Lords Commissioners of Trade and Plantations, was introduced
E)   Americans developed a powerful desire for independence

Question 15

Describe the ideological responses to George Grenville's colonial policies. What impact did these responses have on the relationship between Parliament and the colonial assemblies?

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Question 16

MATCHING
Match each description with the item below.
-George Washington

Accepted Answer

A)  was a British general in the French and Indian War
B)  surrendered Fort Necessity to the French
C)  wrote Common Sense
D)  architect of the Albany Plan of Union
E)  warned citizens of Lexington of a British military advanceF) wrote Two Treatises on GovernmentG) was a British war minister during the French and Indian WarH) organized the Sons of LibertyI) proposed the Stamp ActJ) was the governor of the Dominion of New England

Question 17

The Gaspée incident involved the burning of a church in Boston by British soldiers.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

What were the various effects of the Glorious Revolution in America?

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Question 19

The Navigation Act of 1660 specified "enumerated" goods that:

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A)   Americans were not allowed to export
B)   could only be purchased with gold or silver
C)   would not be taxed once imported into the mother country
D)   could only be shipped to England or its colonies
E)   could be sold at discount prices

Question 20

Although the Seven Years' War has often been called a world war, there was very little international conflict.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: From Colonies to States

Discuss the concept of "salutary neglect."

John and Samuel Adams urged their fellow colonists to reject the arguments of Common Sense.

The Currency Act of 1764:

Which was more important in the coming of the Revolution: the development of a set of intellectual assumptions in the American colonies regarding liberty, equality, and so forth, or changes in British imperial policy?

All of the following were true of the early Revolution EXCEPT:

Describe the Royal Proclamation of 1763 and the impact it had on the relationship between Britain and the American colonies.

MATCHING Match each description with the item below. -Benjamin Franklin

MATCHING Match each description with the item below. -Thomas Paine

MATCHING Match each description with the item below. -Samuel Adams

John Locke's writings justified revolution in some cases.

The Stamp Act placed the first tax on the new colonial postal system.

George Grenville continued the policy of "salutary neglect."

MATCHING Match each description with the item below. -George Grenville

During the period of salutary neglect:

Describe the ideological responses to George Grenville's colonial policies. What impact did these responses have on the relationship between Parliament and the colonial assemblies?

MATCHING Match each description with the item below. -George Washington

The Gaspée incident involved the burning of a church in Boston by British soldiers.

What were the various effects of the Glorious Revolution in America?

The Navigation Act of 1660 specified "enumerated" goods that:

Although the Seven Years' War has often been called a world war, there was very little international conflict.