Inquizitive Chapter 6
Identify why Jefferson's assertion in the Declaration of Independence that "all men were created equal" was viewed as a radical principle.
-in Britain and in the colonies, the conventional belief was that well-ordered society depended on obedience to authority
Prior to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War, which colonies had outlawed slavery
-none; it remained legal in all colonies
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence describing John Adams's argument in Thoughts on Government.
1. balanced government 2. elite 3. common men
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence describing early social mobility in America.
1. inexpensive land 2. farmers and laborers 3. liberty and equality
The distinction between slavery and freedom declined with the disappearance of indentured servitude from the United States.
False
As religious beliefs moved from the public sphere into the private sphere of American life, the transition had the potential to allow faith to expand, but also to undermine church authority.
True
On which of the following events did the American Revolution and its success have an important ideological and political influence?
Correct answers: -Latin American wars for independence in the early nineteenth century -the French revolution
The American Revolution could also be considered to be a civil war, as neighbors were on opposite sides of the war
True
Identify the provisions that formed part of the new Pennsylvania constitution adopted in 1776.
correct answers: -the establishment of a one-house legislature -the abolition of the governor's office
Identify the statements that describe how women contributed to the Revolutionary movement.
correct answers: - they worked as spies -they engaged in fund-raising for the patriot cause
in revolutionary and post-revolutionary america, men's roles were viewed as [blank] while women's roles emphasized [blank]. in fact, the concept of women as citizens was largely [blank] by american society at the time
natural entitlements duty and obligation rejected
Inequality, hierarchy, and obedience to authority were the social and political norm in pre-Revolutionary America.
True
Identify the statements that describe Loyalists in the American South.
correct answers: -Loyalists were joined by numerous slaves in their siding with the crown -In the American South, divisions between Loyalists and patriots tended to take on a class-based dynamic.
What do the details of this image illustrate about the links between slavery and tyranny as well as the links between liberty and abolition
represents the new world of enlightenment and progress opening up to the newly freed slaves -books and other educational materials represents the liberation of slaves from forced servitude -broken chains at the foot of woman represents the newfound freedom of the slaves, as well as their pathway to an educated life as freemen -women dressed in white
Identify the term used by early Americans to describe the ideal proclaiming that women played a vital role in society by raising and training the future leaders and citizens of the Republic.
republican motherhood
identify the statements that describe how women contributed to the revolutionary movement
they worked as spies they engaged in fund-raising for the patriot cause
Fill in the blanks to complete the passage describing gender equality in the Revolutionary period.
1. natural entitlements 2. duty and obligations 3. rejected
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence describing the founders' principles of freedom
1. virtue 2. establish public schools 3. vote and govern
Identify the statements that describe the Bill for Establishing Religious Freedom.
Correct answers: -Compulsory belief in religion enforced by the state was eliminated -religious requirement for voting were banned
Identify the statements that describe Loyalists in the American South.
Correct answers: -In the American South, divisions between Loyalists and patriots tended to take on a class-based dynamic. -Loyalists were joined by numerous slaves in their siding with the crown.
Identify the statements that characterize the principles of Christian Republicanism.
Correct answers: -It held that personal virtue was central to the creation of a healthy society. -It viewed the American Revolution as being the result of God's desire.
Identify the statements that describe the ideas Adam Smith expressed in The Wealth of Nations.
Correct answers: -The "invisible hand" was an organic governing principle that maintained economic stability -The natural laws of supply and demand should regulate market prices
Identity the statements that describe the Loyalists in colonial America in general.
Correct answers: -They took up arms in defense of the empire against the Revolution. -They came from all classes of American life.
Identify the statements that describe the most common ways for enslaved African-Americans to acquire their freedom in the post-Revolutionary era.
Correct answers: -attempt to escape their place of enslavement by running away -have freedom granted to them by their owner
What does Abigail Adams have in mind when she refers to the "unlimited power" husbands exercise over their wives
Correct answers: Women were expected to be subservient to their husbands and also had limited legal rights so Abigal was asking her husband to ensure women were protected under the new laws others are incorrect
By disestablishing their churches in the Revolutionary era, the states of the new nation reinforced the relationship between government and faith.
False
Prior to the Revolution, a family in America consisted only of parents and children. But, due to the democratizing influences of the Revolution, the definition of family expanded to include one's slaves, indentured servants, and farm laborers in the postwar period.
False
Through the colonial, and later post-colonial periods, Pennsylvania was one of the most ardent supporters of slavery.
False
To most free Americans in the post-colonial period, "equality" meant that society should be structured in such a way so as to provide the highest standard of living to all Americans
False
As it pertained to Native Americans, the Revolutionary War was a conflict punctuated by atrocity.
True
Identify the first institution to embrace democracy and put it into practice.
colonial militias
Identify the states that had the longest tradition of religious toleration.
correct answers: -Pennsylvania - Rhode Island
Identify the statements that describe the experiences of African-American slaves after the American Revolution.
correct answers: -The British ultimately compensated many American slaveowners for the loss of their property. -Many ex-slaves began life anew as free persons in Nova Scotia and England.
Identify the factors that contributed to inflation during and immediately after the Revolutionary War.
correct answers: -The printing and distribution of paper currency by Congress contributed to inflation. -Basic commodities were often hoarded by Americans during the war.
How did the Revolution affect religious freedom?
correct answers: -There was a clear separation of church and state -The Constitution didn't include any religious requirements for voting or holding office -It expanded religious freedom, with some states passing laws for religious tolerance
During the Revolutionary War, Loyalists were a minority among the colonists. Identify the statements that describe the treatment of Loyalists after the Revolution.
correct answers: -They were temporarily denied the right to vote -Their speech rights were suppressed
What does the map reveal about political allegiances during the Revolutionary War
correct answers: -the majority of colonist either strongly supported the patriots or loyalist; very few were neutral -there was strong patriot support along the Atlantic coast
Identify the statements that describe free black communities in the post-Revolution period.
correct answers: -they offered aid and comfort to escaping slavery -They challenged the logic and consistency of slavery in a democratic republic
as the founders saw it, freedom in a republic was so closely tied to the [blank] of its citizens, that many leaders of the revolution felt the need to the [blank] so every citizen could be prepared to [blank]
virtue establish public schools vote and govern