U.S. History: Colonial America
Which of the following was the first permanent English settlement in North America?
- The first permanent English settlement in North America was Jamestown, Virginia, established in 1607.
What was the name of the Native American who helped the Pilgrims in Plymouth?
- Squanto, a member of the Patuxet tribe, helped the Pilgrims in Plymouth by teaching them how to grow crops and hunt for food.
Which of the following colonies was founded by the Dutch?
- New York was founded by the Dutch and was originally called New Amsterdam.
Which of the following was a major cash crop in the southern colonies?
- Rice was a major cash crop in the southern colonies, particularly in South Carolina and Georgia.
Which of the following was a major cause of the American Revolution?
- Taxation without representation was a major cause of the American Revolution, as the colonists believed that they should have a say in how they were taxed by the British government.
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
- Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, which was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.
Which of the following battles was a turning point in the American Revolution?
- The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the American Revolution, as it convinced the French to join the war on the side of the Americans.
Which of the following was a major consequence of the American Revolution?
- A major consequence of the American Revolution was the establishment of a new country, the United States of America.
Which of the following founding fathers of the United States was also the first president?
- George Washington was the first president of the United States.
What was the name of the document that established the framework for the United States government?
- The Constitution established the framework for the United States government, outlining the powers of the three branches of government and the rights of citizens.
