American History Quiz: Colonial Era to Constitution

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What was the significance of the House of Burgesses in the American colonies?

The House of Burgesses was the first democratic assembly in the American colonies, setting a precedent for representative government.

What document established rules for self-governance among the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower in 1620?

The Mayflower Compact

What event in 1773 was a key moment in the lead-up to the American Revolution, involving the protest of a British tax on tea?

Boston Tea Party

Which document, written primarily by Thomas Jefferson, declared the American colonies independent from British rule in 1776?

Declaration of Independence Signup and view all the answers

What document served as the first constitution of the United States, creating a weak central government and giving more power to the states?

Articles of Confederation Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the House of Burgesses?

First legislature in America Signup and view all the answers

What major principles did the Mayflower Compact set forth?

Elected representatives, British rule, autonomy, self-government Signup and view all the answers

What event led to the protest known as the Boston Tea Party?

British Tea Act granting monopoly for East India Company on tea sales in America Signup and view all the answers

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

July 4, 1776 Signup and view all the answers

What were the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

Limited powers, lack of authority, no executive branch Signup and view all the answers

What event highlighted the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and called for a stronger central government?

Shays' Rebellion Signup and view all the answers

What event in 1786 highlighted the urgent need for changes in the system of government?

Shays Rebellion Signup and view all the answers

Who was the oldest delegate at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787?

Benjamin Franklin Signup and view all the answers

Which American was chosen to preside over the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia?

George Washington Signup and view all the answers

What plan proposed a two-house Congress with the number of representatives based on each state's population?

Virginia Plan Signup and view all the answers

Which plan proposed a single-house Congress where every state would have equal representation?

New Jersey Plan Signup and view all the answers

What compromise resulted in a bicameral Congress with one house based on population and the other giving equal representation to each state?

Great Compromise Signup and view all the answers

American History Quiz: Colonial Era to Constitution

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