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What was the main reason the Articles of Confederation were abandoned?
What was the main reason the Articles of Confederation were abandoned?
Which amendment protects the right to freedom of speech, press, and religion?
Which amendment protects the right to freedom of speech, press, and religion?
Which of the following powers were denied to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?
Which of the following powers were denied to Congress under the Articles of Confederation?
Which article of the Constitution outlines the powers of the Executive branch?
Which article of the Constitution outlines the powers of the Executive branch?
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What was established by the Articles of Confederation among the states?
What was established by the Articles of Confederation among the states?
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Which of the following amendments addresses the issue of search and seizure?
Which of the following amendments addresses the issue of search and seizure?
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Under the Articles of Confederation, what was a significant power that Congress did NOT possess?
Under the Articles of Confederation, what was a significant power that Congress did NOT possess?
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What did Article 5 of the Constitution allow for?
What did Article 5 of the Constitution allow for?
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Which amendment protects citizens from being tried for the same offense after a not guilty verdict?
Which amendment protects citizens from being tried for the same offense after a not guilty verdict?
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What does the 8th Amendment prohibit?
What does the 8th Amendment prohibit?
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Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial?
Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial?
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What right does the 19th Amendment guarantee?
What right does the 19th Amendment guarantee?
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Which amendment permits citizens in Washington D.C. to vote for electors?
Which amendment permits citizens in Washington D.C. to vote for electors?
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What does the 14th Amendment primarily address?
What does the 14th Amendment primarily address?
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Which amendment restricts the president from being elected more than two times?
Which amendment restricts the president from being elected more than two times?
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What does the 25th Amendment specify regarding presidential succession?
What does the 25th Amendment specify regarding presidential succession?
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What was the primary purpose of the Sugar Act of 1764?
What was the primary purpose of the Sugar Act of 1764?
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What was Crispus Attucks' role during the Boston Massacre?
What was Crispus Attucks' role during the Boston Massacre?
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Which battle is referred to as the 'Shot Heard Round the World'?
Which battle is referred to as the 'Shot Heard Round the World'?
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Which battle is widely considered the turning point in the American Revolution?
Which battle is widely considered the turning point in the American Revolution?
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What significant event occurred during the Battle of Trenton?
What significant event occurred during the Battle of Trenton?
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Who was Charles Cornwallis?
Who was Charles Cornwallis?
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What event marked the lowest point for American forces during the Revolutionary War?
What event marked the lowest point for American forces during the Revolutionary War?
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What was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris?
What was the outcome of the Treaty of Paris?
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How did Anthony Burns to escape from enslavement?
How did Anthony Burns to escape from enslavement?
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What action did President Franklin Pierce take regarding Anthony Burns?
What action did President Franklin Pierce take regarding Anthony Burns?
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What tragic choice did Margaret Garner make to avoid her children's return to enslavement?
What tragic choice did Margaret Garner make to avoid her children's return to enslavement?
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Which strategy did William and Ellen Craft use during their escape?
Which strategy did William and Ellen Craft use during their escape?
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What was the outcome of the Dred Scott v. Sandford case?
What was the outcome of the Dred Scott v. Sandford case?
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What happened to Thomas Sims after his initial escape to Boston?
What happened to Thomas Sims after his initial escape to Boston?
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Which of the following events is associated with the life of Anthony Burns?
Which of the following events is associated with the life of Anthony Burns?
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What was the public response to the escape of William and Ellen Craft?
What was the public response to the escape of William and Ellen Craft?
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What event marked the beginning of the Tripolitan War?
What event marked the beginning of the Tripolitan War?
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What was a significant outcome of the War of 1812 regarding enslaved Africans?
What was a significant outcome of the War of 1812 regarding enslaved Africans?
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Which crisis was characterized by widespread foreclosures and bank failures in 1819?
Which crisis was characterized by widespread foreclosures and bank failures in 1819?
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What was a major consequence of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?
What was a major consequence of the Indian Removal Act of 1830?
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What did the Missouri Compromise achieve?
What did the Missouri Compromise achieve?
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What initiated the First Seminole War in 1817?
What initiated the First Seminole War in 1817?
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What economic conditions contributed to the Panic of 1819?
What economic conditions contributed to the Panic of 1819?
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How many enslaved Africans chose to pursue freedom by siding with the British during the War of 1812?
How many enslaved Africans chose to pursue freedom by siding with the British during the War of 1812?
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Which of the following individuals was a Christian Pastor who led a rebellion in South Carolina?
Which of the following individuals was a Christian Pastor who led a rebellion in South Carolina?
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What significant event happened in 1811 that led to harsher laws for both enslaved and free Black individuals?
What significant event happened in 1811 that led to harsher laws for both enslaved and free Black individuals?
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What is the significance of the 'Black Seminoles' as discussed in the text?
What is the significance of the 'Black Seminoles' as discussed in the text?
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Which of the following individuals was captured and executed for leading a rebellion?
Which of the following individuals was captured and executed for leading a rebellion?
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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the 1811 Slave Revolt?
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the 1811 Slave Revolt?
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How did the economic prosperity of the United States during the period of 1801-1862 relate to the institution of slavery?
How did the economic prosperity of the United States during the period of 1801-1862 relate to the institution of slavery?
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What is the central idea conveyed by the statement: 'The bodies of enslaved people served as America's largest financial asset'?
What is the central idea conveyed by the statement: 'The bodies of enslaved people served as America's largest financial asset'?
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Which of the following events resulted in the deaths of 50-60 white people, including captors?
Which of the following events resulted in the deaths of 50-60 white people, including captors?
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Study Notes
The Colonies and Indigenous
- The 13 colonies were established in the 17th century by King James.
- Early settlers included convicts, murderers, and forgers.
- A list of the 13 colonies is provided.
- Indigenous groups and their regions are listed: NJ (Lenni-Lenape), North (Minsi), Central (Unami), South (Unalachtigo).
- Numerous place names are listed for each region.
- Definitions related to historical topics (traditional enslavement, chattel enslavement, land acknowledgement, the word "slave", etc.) are provided.
Definitions
- Traditional enslavement: One human being owned by another.
- Chattel enslavement: A person is considered property.
- Land acknowledgement: A statement recognizing Indigenous peoples as land owners.
- Etymology of "slave": Origin of the word.
- "Slav": A group of people in eastern Europe.
- WASP: White Anglo-Saxon Protestant.
Ratifying the Constitution
- Ratifying Constitution: Approving a legally binding act.
- Originalism: Constitution's fixed text binding all actors.
- Living Constitutionalism: Law can evolve based on current circumstances and values.
- Textualism: Giving primary weight to constitution's text.
- Intentionalism: Prioritizing framers' intentions.
- Pragmatism: Considering judicial precedents and consequences of alternative interpretations.
- Anti-federalist view: Constitution gives too much power to the central government.
Revolutionary War and Articles of Confederation
- The Molasses Act of 1733: Placed tax on molasses, sugar, and rum.
- The Sugar Act of 1764: Updated the Molasses Act, impacting merchants.
- Atlantic trade, triangular trade, routes are described.
- Revolutionary War: 1775-1783. Colonial settlers fought against Great Britain.
The French and Indian War
- Part of the Seven Years' War.
- Ended with the Treaty of Paris (1763).
- Removed France's control in North America.
- Disputes and reasons for the war are mentioned.
Making of the New Country
- Formation of the U.S. constitution and government.
- Articles of Confederation: The first U.S. constitution.
- Powers of the new government listed (declaring war, making treaties, taxing, controlling trade).
- Key issues and compromises of the Articles of Confederation are outlined.
- Details about the U.S. constitution's articles (1–7).
- Amendments including the first ten (Bill of Rights) and 13th to 15th are mentioned.
The U.S. Constitution Facts / War To War 1783-1812
- "Slavery" or "enslavement" are not explicitly used in the Articles of Confederations.
- About 7,800 people were of Mexican descent in Texas by 1835.
- Timeline with many key events are listed.
Dates of Significant Events
- Dates of various significant historical events: wars, rebellions, treaties, and others are included.
- Details about the events are mentioned.
Individuals
- Key individuals and their roles in events are discussed.
- (e.g., Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, James Monroe, George W. Bush, etc.).
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Description
Explore the complex history of the 13 colonies and the Indigenous groups they encountered. This quiz covers early settlers, definitions related to enslavement, and essential terms tied to land acknowledgement and the ratification of the Constitution. Test your knowledge of the interplay between these diverse groups in early American history.
