Us History Quiz 12/7/21

Sorry For No Image Base your answers to questions 6 and 7 on the image below and your knowledge of social studies. Source: Paul Revere, Bloody Massacre on King Street, engraving 1770 A historian would find this document most useful for (1) studying what happened during the event depicted (2) studying colonial reactions to conflict with British government (3) studying the Northwest Ordinance (4) studying the War of 1812

1) studying what happened during the event depicted

Base your answers to questions 12 and 13 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. . . . I long to hear that you have declared an independency -- and by the way in the new Code of Laws which I suppose it will be necessary for you to make I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favourable to them than your ancestors. Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of the Husbands. Remember all Men would be tyrants if they could. If perticuliar care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment a Rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation. Source: Abigail Adams, Letter to John Adams, March 31, 1776 Based on the letter, what problem is being discussed? (1) Inequality between men and women (2) British tyranny (3) Slavery (4) The Intolerable Acts

1) Inequality between men and women

Base your answers to questions 19 and 20 on the passages below and your knowledge of social studies. Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, and every power, jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled Source: Article II, Articles of Confederation The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people Source: 10th Amendment, US Constitution 19. The purpose of each of these provisions is to (1) determine the division of power between state and central governments (2) create a process for allowing amendments (3) grant the central government power to control the states (4) limit the power of the executive branch

1) determine the division of power between state and central governments

Base your answers to questions 14 and 15 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. The people who are the insurgents (rebels)... see the weakness of government. They feel at once their own poverty, compared with the opulent (rich), and their own force, and they are determined to make up the latter in order to remedy the former ... This dreadful situation, for which our government have made no adequate provision (arrangements), has alarmed every man of principle and property in New England ... What is to give us security against the violence of lawless men? Our government must be braced (strengthened), changed, or altered to secure our lives and property. Source: Henry Knox, Oct. 23, 1786, Letter to George Washington Which of these actions was the most direct result of the situation described in the document? (1) The government created welfare programs (2) The government forgave people's debts. (3) The government created a national bank (4) Delegates created a new Constitution.

4) Delegates created a new Constitution.

Base your answers to questions 19 and 20 on the passages below and your knowledge of social studies. Each state retains its sovereignty, freedom and independence, and every power, jurisdiction and right, which is not by this confederation expressly delegated to the United States, in Congress assembled Source: Article II, Articles of Confederation The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people Source: 10th Amendment, US Constitution Which of the following Supreme Court decisions most closely relates to the provision in Document 2? (1) Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954) (2) Plessy v. Ferguson (1896) (3) McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) (4) Tinker v. Des Moines (1969

1) Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)

Base your answers to questions 2 and on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. Resolved, that the taxation of the people by themselves, or by persons chosen by themselves to represent them, who can only know what taxes the people are able to bear, or the easiest method of raising them, and must themselves be affected by every tax laid on the people, is the only security against a burdensome taxation, and the distinguishing characteristic of British freedom, without which the ancient constitution cannot exist. Source: Resolutions drafted by Patrick Henry and adopted by the Virginia House of Burgesses on May 30, 1765 Based on this document, which statement best describes the author's point of view? (1) The British North American colonies should seek their independence from Britain. (2) The British North American colonists owe loyalty to the king and all his laws. (3) The British government would only have the right to tax the colonists if they were represented in Parliament. (4) Governments do not have the right to tax their citizens or subjects

3) The British government would only have the right to tax the colonists if they were represented in Parliament

Base your answers to questions 25 and 26 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Source: First amendment, United States Constitution 1787 25. What is one impact of this amendment on American society? (1) Congress cannot mandate a national religion. (2) Religious groups cannot lobby Congress. (3) Members of the press cannot hold public office. (4) The Supreme Court cannot limit free speech during wartime

1) Congress cannot mandate a national religion

*Sorry For No Image Base your answers to questions 6 and 7 on the image below and your knowledge of social studies. Source: Paul Revere, Bloody Massacre on King Street, engraving 1770 6. Which event is being depicted in this illustration? (1) The Boston Massacre (2) The Boston Tea Party (3) The Stamp Act (4) The Townsend Act

1) The Boston Massacre

*Sorry for no image Base your answers to questions 31 and 32 on the political cartoon below and your knowledge of social studies. 31. This cartoon was published in response to the (1) ratification of the 22nd amendment limiting presidential terms (2) influence of third-party candidates in presidential elections Unit 11.2 American Revolution | Stimulus Based MC (3) decision of the Supreme Court establishing the "one man-one vote" principle (4) dispute over the presidential election between George W. Bush and Al Gore

3) decision of the Supreme Court establishing the "one man-one vote" principle

Base your answers to questions 33 to 35 on the document below and your knowledge of social studies. . . We admit, as all must admit, that the powers of the government are limited, and that its limits are not to be transcended. But we think the sound construction of the constitution must allow to the national legislature that discretion, with respect to the means by which the powers it confers are to be carried into execution, which will enable that body to perform the high duties assigned to it, in the manner most beneficial to the people. Let the end be legitimate, let it be within the scope of the constitution, and all means which are appropriate, which are plainly adapted to that end, which are not prohibited, but consist with the letter and spirit of the constitution, are constitutional. . . . Source: Chief Justice John Marshall, McCulloch v. Maryland, 1819 5. The precedent set in this case was later used by Congress to (1) declare war against Spain in 1898 (2) reject the Treaty of Versailles following World War II (3) establish New Deal programs during the Great Depression (4) confirm the appointment of Earl Warren to the Supreme Court

3) establish New Deal programs during the Great Depression

Base your answers to questions 29 and 30 on the passages below and your knowledge of social studies. The Secretary respectfully reports:. . . That a National Bank is an Institution of primary importance to the prosperous administration of the Finances, and would be of the greatest utility in the operations connected with the support of the Public Credit . . . There is nothing in the Acts of Congress, which imply an exclusive right in the institution, to which they relate, except during the term of the war. There is therefore nothing, if the public good requires it, which prevents the establishment of another . . . This is a strong argument for a new institution, or for a renovation of the old, to restore it to the situation in which it originally stood, in the view of the United States. Source: Alexander Hamilton, Report to Congress, December 14, 1790 I consider the foundation of the Constitution as laid on this ground: That "all powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States or to the people." [10th amendment.] To take a single step beyond the boundaries thus specially drawn around the powers of Congress, is to take possession of a boundless field of power, no longer susceptible of any definition. The incorporation of a bank, and the powers assumed by this bill, have not, in my opinion, been delegated to the United States by the Constitution. Source: Thomas Jefferson letter to George Washington on the bill for establishing a national bank, February 15, 1791 30. According to these documents, a key difference in Hamilton and Jefferson's beliefs centered around (1) the necessity of a Bill of Rights (2) the constitutionality of the Louisiana Purchase (3) the division of power between federal and state governments (4) interstate commerce

3) the division of power between federal and state governments

Base your answers to questions 12 and 13 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. . . . I long to hear that you have declared an independency -- and by the way in the new Code of Laws which I suppose it will be necessary for you to make I desire you would Remember the Ladies, and be more generous and favourable to them than your ancestors. Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of the Husbands. Remember all Men would be tyrants if they could. If perticuliar care and attention is not paid to the Ladies we are determined to foment a Rebellion, and will not hold ourselves bound by any Laws in which we have no voice, or Representation. Source: Abigail Adams, Letter to John Adams, March 31, 1776 12. Which document most directly addressed the concerns expressed by Abigail Adams in this passage? (1) Federalist Papers (2) Monroe Doctrine (3) Declaration of Sentiments (4) Emancipation Proclamation

3) Declaration of Sentiment

*Sorry for no image Base your answers to questions 31 and 32 on the political cartoon below and your knowledge of social studies. 32. Based on this cartoon, which statement best describes the artist's point of view? (1) George W. Bush was the rightful winner of the 2000 election (2) The Supreme Court made the right decision in the 2000 election (3) Direct democracy has failed as a system (4) The Electoral College is undemocrati

4) The Electoral College is undemocratic

Base your answers to questions 23 and 24 on the passages below and your knowledge of social studies. [ Rulers] are as likely to use the power... for private purposes, and to the injury and oppression of those over whom they are placed, as individuals in a state of nature are to injure and oppress one another. It is therefore as proper that bounds (limits) should be set to their authority.... The powers, rights and authority, granted to the general government by this Constitution, are as complete, with respect to every object to which they extend, it reaches to every thing which concerns human happiness - life, liberty, and property are under its control. There is the same reason, therefore, that the exercise of power, in this case, should be restrained within proper limits.... Source: The Anti-Federalist No. 84 On the Lack of a Bill of Rights, Brutus (Anonymous), 1787 I go further, and affirm that bills of rights... are not only unnecessary in the proposed constitution, but would even be dangerous. They would contain various exceptions to powers which are not granted; and on this very account, would afford a colorable pretext (excuse) to claim more than were granted. For why declare that things shall not be done which there is no power to do? Why for instance, should it be said, that the liberty of the press shall not be restrained, when no power is given [to the government to restrain the press]? .... Source: Federalist Papers No. 84, Alexander Hamilton, 1788 23. Which statement identifies a key difference between Documents 1 and 2? (1) Brutus argues that individual rights need more protection from the government, while Hamilton argues that the Constitution already protects those rights. (2) Brutus argues that governments are likely to abuse their power, while Hamilton argues that democratically elected governments can be trusted. (3) Brutus argues that the government should not have power over people's property, while Hamilton argues that this control is necessary to ensure peace and prosperity 4) Brutus argues that the United States should reunite with Britain, while Hamilton argues that it should remain independent

1) Brutus argues that individual rights need more protection from the government, while Hamilton argues that the Constitution already protects those rights.

Base your answers to questions 10 and 11 on the excerpt of the document below and your knowledge of social studies. [We understand] that [we] have, in common with all other men, a natural & unalienable right to that freedom, which [God] has [given] equally [to] all and which [we] have never [given up in] any contract or agreement... Every principle from which America has acted in the course of her unhappy difficulties with Great-Britain, pleads stronger than a thousand arguments in favor of [us]. [We] therefore humbly [beg] your honors, to [consider] this petition, & [pass a law] whereby [slaves] may be restored to the enjoyment of that freedom which is the natural right of all men... Lancaster Hill Peter Bess Brister Slenten Prince Hall Jack Purpont (his mark) Nero Suneto (his mark) Newport Symner (his mark) Job Lock Source: Petition to the Massachusetts legislature, January 13, 1777 10. Based on this petition, which statement best describes the authors' point of view? (1) Enslaved people have the same right to freedom as the colonists who are declaring their independence from Britain. (2) The American colonists should ask King George for their independence. (3) By fighting for the Revolutionary army, enslaved people have earned their freedom. (4) The authors of the petition wish to remain united with Great Britain

1) Enslaved people have the same right to freedom as the colonists who are declaring their independence from Britain.

ase your answers to questions 27 and 28 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. . . The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations is, in extending our commercial relations to have with them as little political connection as possible. So far as we have already formed engagements let them be fulfi lled with perfect good faith. Here let us stop. Europe has a set of primary interests which to us have none or a very remote relation. Hence she must be engaged in frequent controversies, the causes of which are essentially foreign to our concerns. Hence, therefore, it must be unwise in us to implicate ourselves by artificial ties in the ordinary vicissitudes [shifts] of her politics or the ordinary combinations and collisions of her friendships or enmities. Our detached and distant situation invites and enables us to pursue a different course. If we remain one people, under an efficient government, the period is not far off when we may defy material injury from external annoyance; when we may take such an attitude as will cause the neutrality we may at any time resolve upon to be scrupulously [completely] respected; when belligerent nations, under the impossibility of making acquisitions upon us, will not lightly hazard the giving us provocation; when we may choose peace or war, as our interest, guided by justice, shall counsel. . . . Source: President George Washington, Farewell Address, September 19, 1796 28. This speech is an example of (1) a precedent established by Washington (2) Washington's expansion of presidential power (3) Washington's interpretation of the Constitution (4) Debates between Federalists and Anti-Federalists

1) a precedent established by Washington

Base your answers to questions 33 to 35 on the document below and your knowledge of social studies. . . We admit, as all must admit, that the powers of the government are limited, and that its limits are not to be transcended. But we think the sound construction of the constitution must allow to the national legislature that discretion, with respect to the means by which the powers it confers are to be carried into execution, which will enable that body to perform the high duties assigned to it, in the manner most beneficial to the people. Let the end be legitimate, let it be within the scope of the constitution, and all means which are appropriate, which are plainly adapted to that end, which are not prohibited, but consist with the letter and spirit of the constitution, are constitutional. . . . Source: Chief Justice John Marshall, McCulloch v. Maryland, 1819 Critics feared that this decision would result in (1) a stronger federal government that would limit state powers (2) states being able to nullify federal laws (3) elimination of the amendment process (4) congressional actions that would limit the federal courts

1) a stronger federal government that would limit state powers

Base your answers to questions 29 and 30 on the passages below and your knowledge of social studies. The Secretary respectfully reports:. . . That a National Bank is an Institution of primary importance to the prosperous administration of the Finances, and would be of the greatest utility in the operations connected with the support of the Public Credit . . . There is nothing in the Acts of Congress, which imply an exclusive right in the institution, to which they relate, except during the term of the war. There is therefore nothing, if the public good requires it, which prevents the establishment of another . . . This is a strong argument for a new institution, or for a renovation of the old, to restore it to the situation in which it originally stood, in the view of the United States. Source: Alexander Hamilton, Report to Congress, December 14, 1790 I consider the foundation of the Constitution as laid on this ground: That "all powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States or to the people." [10th amendment.] To take a single step beyond the boundaries thus specially drawn around the powers of Congress, is to take possession of a boundless field of power, no longer susceptible of any definition. The incorporation of a bank, and the powers assumed by this bill, have not, in my opinion, been delegated to the United States by the Constitution. Source: Thomas Jefferson letter to George Washington on the bill for establishing a national bank, February 15, 1791 29. The event referenced in the documents represented a turning point in history because (1) it expanded the powers of the federal government. (2) it led to anti-trust laws (3) it led to Hamilton becoming president. (4) it led to the southern states seceding

1) it expanded the powers of the federal government.

Base your answers to questions 21 and 22 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. To what expedient [method], then, shall we finally resort, for maintaining in practice the necessary partition of power among the several departments, as laid down in the Constitution? The only answer that can be given is, that as all these exterior provisions are found to be inadequate, the defect must be supplied, by so contriving the interior structure of the government as that its several constituent parts may, by their mutual relations, be the means of keeping each other in their proper places. . . . Source: The Federalist No. 51, 1788 Which statement best describes the author's purpose in writing this article? (1) To gain support for ratifying the Constitution (2) To gain support for adding a Bill of Rights (3) To gain support for declaring independence from Britain (4) To gain support for states' rights

1) To gain support for ratifying the Constitution

Base your answers to questions 27 and 28 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. . . The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign nations is, in extending our commercial relations to have with them as little political connection as possible. So far as we have already formed engagements let them be fulfi lled with perfect good faith. Here let us stop. Europe has a set of primary interests which to us have none or a very remote relation. Hence she must be engaged in frequent controversies, the causes of which are essentially foreign to our concerns. Hence, therefore, it must be unwise in us to implicate ourselves by artificial ties in the ordinary vicissitudes [shifts] of her politics or the ordinary combinations and collisions of her friendships or enmities. Our detached and distant situation invites and enables us to pursue a different course. If we remain one people, under an efficient government, the period is not far off when we may defy material injury from external annoyance; when we may take such an attitude as will cause the neutrality we may at any time resolve upon to be scrupulously [completely] respected; when belligerent nations, under the impossibility of making acquisitions upon us, will not lightly hazard the giving us provocation; when we may choose peace or war, as our interest, guided by justice, shall counsel. . . . Source: President George Washington, Farewell Address, September 19, 1796 27. Based on the speech, what course of action is Washington recommending? (1) Expanding international trade (2) Remaining neutral in foreign affairs (3) Taking an active role in foreign affairs (4) Gaining more international allies

2) Remaining neutral in foreign affairs

Base your answers to questions 25 and 26 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Source: First amendment, United States Constitution 1787 26. Which of these events most likely influenced the passage of this amendment? (1) The Boston Massacre (2) The trial of John Peter Zenger (3) The Northwest Ordinance (4) The Stamp Act

2) The trial of John Peter Zenger

Small islands not capable of protecting themselves, are the proper objects for kingdoms to take under their care; but there is something very absurd, in supposing a continent to be perpetually governed by an island. In no instance hath nature made the satellite larger than its primary planet, and as England and America,with respect to each other, reverses the common order of nature, it is evident that they belong to different systems: England to Europe, America to itself.... Source: Thomas Paine, Common Sense, 1776 his document led to a turning point in history because (1) it led Paine's readers to support colonizing small, helpless island (2) it led more American colonists to support declaring their independence from Britain (3) it led Americans to dominate Britain in international trade (4) it changed readers' understanding of geography

2) it led more American colonists to support declaring their independence from Britain

Base your answers to questions 23 and 24 on the passages below and your knowledge of social studies. [ Rulers] are as likely to use the power... for private purposes, and to the injury and oppression of those over whom they are placed, as individuals in a state of nature are to injure and oppress one another. It is therefore as proper that bounds (limits) should be set to their authority.... The powers, rights and authority, granted to the general government by this Constitution, are as complete, with respect to every object to which they extend, it reaches to every thing which concerns human happiness - life, liberty, and property are under its control. There is the same reason, therefore, that the exercise of power, in this case, should be restrained within proper limits.... Source: The Anti-Federalist No. 84 On the Lack of a Bill of Rights, Brutus (Anonymous), 1787 I go further, and affirm that bills of rights... are not only unnecessary in the proposed constitution, but would even be dangerous. They would contain various exceptions to powers which are not granted; and on this very account, would afford a colorable pretext (excuse) to claim more than were granted. For why declare that things shall not be done which there is no power to do? Why for instance, should it be said, that the liberty of the press shall not be restrained, when no power is given [to the government to restrain the press]? .... Source: Federalist Papers No. 84, Alexander Hamilton, 4. The debate depicted in the documents is most related to (1) The Articles of Confederation (2) ratification of the Constitution (3) Hamilton's plan for a national bank (4) the Northwest Ordinance

2) ratification of the Constitution

Base your answers to questions 14 and 15 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. The people who are the insurgents (rebels)... see the weakness of government. They feel at once their own poverty, compared with the opulent (rich), and their own force, and they are determined to make up the latter in order to remedy the former ... This dreadful situation, for which our government have made no adequate provision (arrangements), has alarmed every man of principle and property in New England ... What is to give us security against the violence of lawless men? Our government must be braced (strengthened), changed, or altered to secure our lives and property. Source: Henry Knox, Oct. 23, 1786, Letter to George Washington 14. Based on the letter, what problem is being described? (1) Loyalists' plotting to reunite Britain with its former colonies (2) weakness of the federal government under the Articles of Confederation (3) states trying to secede from the country (4) rampant poverty in the 18th century United State

2) weakness of the federal government under the Articles of Confederation

Base your answers to questions 8 and 9 on the excerpt of the document below and your knowledge of social studies. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any form of government becomes destructive to these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness..." 8. Which document includes this passage? (1) Mayflower Compact (2) Declaration of Independence (3) Northwest Ordinance (4) Monroe Doctrine

2) Declaration of Independence

Base your answers to questions 33 to 35 on the document below and your knowledge of social studies. . . We admit, as all must admit, that the powers of the government are limited, and that its limits are not to be transcended. But we think the sound construction of the constitution must allow to the national legislature that discretion, with respect to the means by which the powers it confers are to be carried into execution, which will enable that body to perform the high duties assigned to it, in the manner most beneficial to the people. Let the end be legitimate, let it be within the scope of the constitution, and all means which are appropriate, which are plainly adapted to that end, which are not prohibited, but consist with the letter and spirit of the constitution, are constitutional. . . . Source: Chief Justice John Marshall, McCulloch v. Maryland, 1819 33. Which constitutional provision was used by Chief Justice Marshall to reach this conclusion? (1) electoral college clause (2) elastic clause (3) due process clause (4) equal protection claus

2) Elastic clause

Base your answers to questions 21 and 22 on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. To what expedient [method], then, shall we finally resort, for maintaining in practice the necessary partition of power among the several departments, as laid down in the Constitution? The only answer that can be given is, that as all these exterior provisions are found to be inadequate, the defect must be supplied, by so contriving the interior structure of the government as that its several constituent parts may, by their mutual relations, be the means of keeping each other in their proper places. . . . Source: The Federalist No. 51, 1788 21. Which principle of the United States Constitution is most directly described in this passage? (1) States rights (2) checks and balances (3) the elastic clause (4) concurrent powers

2) checks and balances

Base your answers to questions 8 and 9 on the excerpt of the document below and your knowledge of social studies. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any form of government becomes destructive to these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness..." Base your answers to questions 8 and 9 on the excerpt of the document below and your knowledge of social studies. "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever any form of government becomes destructive to these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness..." 9. This passage suggests that the authority of government (1) originates from the divine right of kings (2) is based on a social contract meant to guarantee individual rights (3) includes the power to seize private property for national defense (4) is the source of all the natural rights of citizens

2) is based on a social contract meant to guarantee individual rights

Base your answers to questions 1 and on the passage below and your knowledge of social studies. Resolved, that the taxation of the people by themselves, or by persons chosen by themselves to represent them, who can only know what taxes the people are able to bear, or the easiest method of raising them, and must themselves be affected by every tax laid on the people, is the only security against a burdensome taxation, and the distinguishing characteristic of British freedom, without which the ancient constitution cannot exist. Source: Resolutions drafted by Patrick Henry and adopted by the Virginia House of Burgesses on May 30, 1765 1. The main purpose of this resolution was to (1) protest against the Proclamation of 1763 (2) protest against the Stamp Act (3) protest against the Boston Massacre (4) protest against the Northwest Ordinance

2) protest against the Stamp Act

Small islands not capable of protecting themselves, are the proper objects for kingdoms to take under their care; but there is something very absurd, in supposing a continent to be perpetually governed by an island. In no instance hath nature made the satellite larger than its primary planet, and as England and America,with respect to each other, reverses the common order of nature, it is evident that they belong to different systems: England to Europe, America to itself.... Source: Thomas Paine, Common Sense, 1776 3. The argument presented in this passage was intended to (1) urge colonists to accept the Albany Plan of Union (2) provide a reason for ratification of the Constitution of the United States (3) convince American colonists to declare their independence (4) persuade France to aid the United States in the Revolutionary War

3) convince American colonists to declare their independence

Small islands not capable of protecting themselves, are the proper objects for kingdoms to take under their care; but there is something very absurd, in supposing a continent to be perpetually governed by an island. In no instance hath nature made the satellite larger than its primary planet, and as England and America,with respect to each other, reverses the common order of nature, it is evident that they belong to different systems: England to Europe, America to itself.... Source: Thomas Paine, Common Sense, 1776 5. Based on the passage, which statement best describes Paine's point of view? (1) American colonists are not represented in English government. (2) England has mistreated its American colonists. (3) The American colonists have failed to respect English authority. (4) England should not rule over its American colonies

4) England should not rule over its American colonies

Base your answers to questions 10 and 11 on the excerpt of the document below and your knowledge of social studies. [We understand] that [we] have, in common with all other men, a natural & unalienable right to that freedom, which [God] has [given] equally [to] all and which [we] have never [given up in] any contract or agreement... Every principle from which America has acted in the course of her unhappy difficulties with Great-Britain, pleads stronger than a thousand arguments in favor of [us]. [We] therefore humbly [beg] your honors, to [consider] this petition, & [pass a law] whereby [slaves] may be restored to the enjoyment of that freedom which is the natural right of all men... Lancaster Hill Peter Bess Brister Slenten Prince Hall Jack Purpont (his mark) Nero Suneto (his mark) Newport Symner (his mark) Job Lock Source: Petition to the Massachusetts legislature, January 13, 1777 A historian would find this document most useful for (1) Studying the arguments of loyalists during the American Revolution (2) Studying the arguments made in the Declaration of Independence (3) Studying the impacts of the Revolutionary War on British society (4) Studying the impacts of the Revolutionary War on African American

4) Studying the impacts of the Revolutionary War on African American