Revolutionary Era Politics Quiz

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What was the central struggle during the Revolutionary era regarding the newly independent colonies?

The distribution of land and resources among the colonies

The negotiation of trade agreements with foreign nations

The control and governance of the newly independent colonies (correct)

The establishment of a centralized federal government

According to the Declaration of Independence, what view did it express regarding the power of governments?

Governments should be controlled by a wealthy elite class

Governments should have unlimited power to ensure stability

Governments derive their power from the consent of the governed (correct)

Governments should be based on a strict interpretation of religious texts

What were some of the political theories and practical politics debated during the Revolutionary era?

The role of religion in government and society

The extent of federal authority over states

The eligibility criteria for voting and political participation

All of the above (correct)

What was the theory behind excluding those who owned little property from political participation during the Revolutionary era?

It was believed that only property owners had a vested interest in society Signup and view all the answers

What was the view of Radical Patriots regarding democracy during the Revolutionary era?

They favored a direct democracy with universal suffrage Signup and view all the answers

How did slavery in the United States lead to cultural exchange between white Southerners and African slaves?

White Southerners adopted African cultural practices, while African slaves adopted European cultural practices Signup and view all the answers

What unique cultural forms did Antebellum African slaves create during slavery?

Slaves created a blend of African and European cultural forms, such as gospel music and quilting Signup and view all the answers

Why were Sundays significant for slaves during slavery?

Sundays were the only days slaves were allowed to rest and engage in their own cultural practices Signup and view all the answers

How did conjurors play a role in slave culture during slavery?

Conjurors were respected figures who provided spiritual and medicinal guidance to slaves Signup and view all the answers

What shift occurred in American politics between 1820 and 1844?

The Democratic-Republican Party split into the Democratic and Whig parties Signup and view all the answers

Who was Thomas Jefferson, and when was he inaugurated as president?

Thomas Jefferson was a Founding Father and the third president of the United States, inaugurated in 1801 Signup and view all the answers

Why was the composition of the judicial branch a major point of contention during Jefferson's presidency?

Federalist judges appointed by Adams were seen as threats to Jefferson's Democratic-Republican agenda. Signup and view all the answers

What were the 'midnight appointments' made by John Adams before Thomas Jefferson took office?

Appointments of judges and justices of the peace during the final days of Adams' presidency. Signup and view all the answers

What territories did James K. Polk decide to expand into when he came into office?

Oregon and California Signup and view all the answers

Revolutionary Era Politics Quiz

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What was the central struggle during the Revolutionary era regarding the newly independent colonies?

According to the Declaration of Independence, what view did it express regarding the power of governments?

What were some of the political theories and practical politics debated during the Revolutionary era?

What was the theory behind excluding those who owned little property from political participation during the Revolutionary era?

What was the view of Radical Patriots regarding democracy during the Revolutionary era?

How did slavery in the United States lead to cultural exchange between white Southerners and African slaves?

What unique cultural forms did Antebellum African slaves create during slavery?

Why were Sundays significant for slaves during slavery?

How did conjurors play a role in slave culture during slavery?

What shift occurred in American politics between 1820 and 1844?

Who was Thomas Jefferson, and when was he inaugurated as president?

Why was the composition of the judicial branch a major point of contention during Jefferson's presidency?

What were the 'midnight appointments' made by John Adams before Thomas Jefferson took office?

What territories did James K. Polk decide to expand into when he came into office?

What event in the 1830s was about to change everything in the United States after the Missouri Compromise?

When did New York City establish a permanent police force?

What epidemic diseases were plagued American cities in the 19th century?

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