#1
Which European power established the first permanent settlement in North America?
England
ExplanationEngland established the first permanent settlement in North America.
#2
Which of the following was NOT a colony in early America?
New Portugal
ExplanationNew Portugal was NOT a colony in early America.
#3
Which European country controlled Florida before it was acquired by the United States?
Spain
ExplanationSpain controlled Florida before it was acquired by the United States.
#4
The Mayflower Compact is significant because it:
Outlined the principles of self-government
ExplanationThe Mayflower Compact is significant because it outlined the principles of self-government.
#5
What was the primary cause of the Pequot War in 1637?
Territorial disputes between the Pequot tribe and English colonists
ExplanationThe Pequot War in 1637 was primarily caused by territorial disputes between the Pequot tribe and English colonists.
#6
The Salem Witch Trials occurred in which colony?
Massachusetts Bay
ExplanationThe Salem Witch Trials occurred in Massachusetts Bay colony.
#7
Who was the leader of the Powhatan Confederacy during the early years of the Jamestown settlement?
Powhatan
ExplanationPowhatan was the leader of the Powhatan Confederacy during the early years of the Jamestown settlement.
#8
Which of the following events marked the end of the French and Indian War?
Treaty of Paris (1763)
ExplanationThe Treaty of Paris (1763) marked the end of the French and Indian War.
#9
Who was the primary author of 'Common Sense,' a pamphlet advocating American independence?
Thomas Paine
ExplanationThomas Paine was the primary author of 'Common Sense,' advocating American independence.