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U.S. History Midterm Practice Test

Compare the relationships among the British, French, Spanish, and Dutch in their struggle for colonization of North America. (SS.8.A.2.1)

I marched some 20 paces in advance of the rest, until I was within about 30 paces of the enemy . . . When I saw them making a move to fire at us, I rested my musket against my cheek, and aimed directly at one of the three chiefs. With that same shot, two fell to the ground; and one of their men was so wounded that he died sometime after . . . When our side saw this shot . . . they began to raise such loud cries that one could not have heard it thunder. –Samuel Champlain

1.) The quote describes the French alliance with the A.) Huron Native AmericansB.) People of New YorkC.) Canadians

2.) What phrase that describes the motives generating overseas exploration, expansion, and conquests?A.) Fall, Farce, and FableB.) Gold, God, and GloryC.) Medal, Mettle, and Manger

3.) Using the image, explain why the Europeans used slaves to make sugar?A.) Sugar production was difficult and dangerousB.) Sugar was in high demand in EuropeC.) Sugar production caused many European workers to become illD.) Sugar production was profitable for Native Americans

Compare the characteristics of the New England, Middle, and Southern colonies. (SS.8.A.2.2)

4.) Georgia was a refuge for A.) debtors or criminals.B.) fur trappers. C.) planters.

5.) What was the reason why colonists came to America?A.) The colonies were a refuge for debtors and criminals. B.) The colonies were a place to practice their religion and to make profits from resources found in America.


C.) The colonies were a haven for communists, socialists, and fascists.

6.) The major differences between the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies were due to theirA.) relations with England.B.) political beliefs.C.) geographic conditions.

7.) Which of the following statements correctly describes how geography impacted human development in the New England, Middle, and Southern colonies?A.) The rocky soil and short growing season contributed to a thriving fur industry in the Southern coloniesB.) The mostly flat and the fertile soil of the Middle Colonies contributed to a profitable rice cultureC.) The Coastal plain and long growing season made the Southern region ideal for cash cropsD.) The Coastal plain and the short growing season made for a strong whaling industry in the Middle colonies

Differentiate economic systems of New England, Middle and Southern colonies including indentured servants and slaves as labor sources. (SS.8.A.2.3)

“What we [unfortunate] English People suffer here is beyond the [ability] of you in England to [understand], let it suffice that I [am] one of the unhappy Number, am [working hard] almost Day and Night…and then tied up and whipp’d to that Degree that


you’d not serve and Animal, scarce anything but Indian Corn and Salt to eat and that [given unwillingly].”-Elizabeth Spriggs, indentured servant. Maryland, 1756.8.) What can you conclude about life as an indentured servant?A.) Indentured servants did not always know how difficult their work would beB.) Indentured servants were not afraid of working long hoursC.) Indentured servants were paid according to how hard they worked9.) What is the economic policy in which nations tried to gain wealth by controlling trade and establishing colonies?A.) CommunismB.) MercantilismC.) Colonialism

10.) Colonists replaced indentured servants with African slaves for all of these reasons exceptA.) Slaves were cheap labor.B.) Africans were hard workers and good farmers.C.) Slaves didn’t gain their freedom in a few years.

11.) In percentage of population, how much did slavery in the south grow from 1650 to 1750?A.) About 15%B.) About 10%C.) About 30%

12.) What conclusions can be drawn from the chart about slavery in the North and South?A.) The South relied heavily on slave labor and the North did not.


B.) The North did not have slavery in the later Colonial Period. C.) The North made a law making it illegal for slaves to have children.

Identify the impact of key colonial figures on the economic, political, and social development of the colonies. (SS.8.A.2.4)

“[Squanto] was a special instrument sent of God for their (the colonists’) good beyond their expectation…he directed them how to set their corn, where to take fish, and to procure other commodities, and was also their pilot to bring them to unknown places.”

13.) Which experience below does this quote by William Bradford describe?A.) The Pilgrims brought new ideas to the Native AmericansB.) The Native Americans shared their knowledge to help the Pilgrims surviveC.) The Pilgrims easily converted the Native Americans to ChristianityD.) The Native Americans believed that the Pilgrims were the key to their survival

14.) Pocahontas helped Jamestown survive byA.) showing the colonists how to raise tobacco.B.) teaching the colonists how to hunt and fish for food.C.) bringing peace between the colonists and her people.

15.) What are the Spanish soldier-explorers, especially those who conquered the native peoples of Mexico and Peru?A.) MissionariesB.) ColonistsC.) Conquistadors

16.) Who helped found Plymouth Colony and signed the Mayflower Compact while aboard the Mayflower in 1620 and wrote Of Plymouth Plantation journal story of the Pilgrims?A.) John WinthropB.) Roger WilliamsC.) William Bradford

17.) Who was an English Puritan and one of the leaders of Massachusetts Bay Colony that wrote and envisioned a Puritan colony “city upon a hill” and influenced colonial development, government, and religions?A.) John WinthropB.) Roger WilliamsC.) William Bradford


18.) Who was the Puritan and theologian who was an early proponent of religious freedom and separation of church and state? A.) John WinthropB.) William BradfordC.) Roger Williams

Discuss the impact of colonial settlement on Native American populations. (SS.8.A.2.5)

19.) What would be the best title for this map?A.) Trade in AfricaB.) Columbian ExchangeC.) Silk Road

20.) What was the exchange of plants, animals, diseases, and people across the Atlantic Ocean between Europe and the Americas?A.) Triangular TradeB.) Columbian ExchangeC.) Transcontinental Railroad

The horse changes Native American hunting patterns The sugarcane crop introduces slave labor Native American populations are decimated by

European diseases


21.) All the events in the chart above are effects for which of the following cause?A.) Climate changeB.) Native American warfareC.) European colonizationD.) African slave trade

22.) What was the impact of colonial settlement on Native American populations?A.) Native American populations grew abundantly.B.) Native Americans helped the colonists survive with peaceful relations.C.) The quest for riches and land had disastrous effects on the native population.

Examine the causes, course, and consequences of the French and Indian War. (SS.8.A.2.6)

In the 1740’s, the British went into the Ohio River Valley and built a fort deep in the French territory. Use this information and the quotes below to answer the question.

“ He told me the Country belonged to them (French), and that no English Man had a right to trade upon them Waters: & that he had Orders to make every Person Prisoner that attempted it on the Ohio or Waters of it.”-George Washington

“You and the French are like two edges of a pair of shears and we are the cloth that is cut to pieces between them.” -Unknown Native American

23.) What was the main cause of tensions between the British and French during this time?A.) Their competition for land in the Ohio River Valley.B.) Native Americans were not willing to trade with the British.C.) The French were arresting a number of the British.D.) Native Americans threatened to attack both sides.

24.) Which of the following was NOT a major effect of the French and Indian War?A.) Opened the Ohio Valley to settlement by removing Native Americans.B.) Led Parliament to tax the colonies to help pay off Britain’s war debt.C.) Greatly expanded Britain’s empire in North America.D.) Reduced the colonist’s need for protection against the French in Canada.

Describe the contributions of key groups (Africans, Native Americans, women, and children) to the society and culture of colonial America. (SS.8.A.2.7)

25.) What was the reason why children went to school in colonial America?A.) learn farming techniques.B.) learn how to read the Holy Bible.C.) learn how to cook and sew.


“the closeness of the place . . . which was so crowded that each had scarcely room to turn himself.” Nor did he forget “the shrieks of the women, and groans of the dying.” The terrified boy refused to eat, hoping “for the last friend, Death, to relieve me.”—Olaudah Equiano, African slave

26.) What was Olaudah Equiano referring to in the above quote?A.) voyage across AmericaB.) voyage across the Atlantic OceanC.) voyage across the Ohio Valley

Explain the consequences of the French and Indian War in British policies for the American colonies from 1763 - 1774. (SS.8.A.3.1)

27.) What was the result of the Proclamation of 1763?A.) It led to the creation of new colonies west of the Appalachian Mountains.B.) It caused animosity between the colonists and Native Americans living across the Appalachian Mountains.C.) It led to increased exploration of western lands by the American colonists.D.) It sparked a boycott of British goods as colonists could find the resources they needed in the new territory.

“You would really be [surprised] at their Perseverance; let an hundred Men [show] him how to hoe, or drive a wheelbarrow, he’ll still take the [hoe] by the Bottom and the [wheelbarrow] by the Wheel; and they often die before they can be [taught]”

--Edward Kimber on slavery in the United States, from White over Black

28.) The speaker uses the word Perseverance to emphasize what belief of American slave owners? A.) The slaves can never learn how to do things correctlyB.) The slaves are lazy and do not work hardC.) The slaves often finish tasks quickly and correctlyD.) The slaves are determined to resist enslavement.

29.) How was the Stamp Act different from the Sugar Act?A.) Parliament passed the Stamp Act while the colonial assemblies passed the Sugar Act.B.) Parliament ended the Sugar Act but refused to repeal the Stamp Act. C.) The colonists liked the Sugar Act but disliked the Stamp Act.D.) The Stamp Act taxed the colonists while the Sugar Act taxed trade.

30.) While the Proclamation of 1763 was designed to promote peace, instead itA.) triggered wars between Indian groups.B.) sparked a boycott of British goods.C.) led to riots in colonial cities.D.) smelled of tyranny to many colonists.


31.) The French and Indian War, Pontiac’s Uprising, and the Proclamation of 1763 all had what in common?A.) British troops invaded the thirteen colonies on ships from the Atlantic Ocean.B.) Spanish settlers moved into British territories from the Mississippi River.C.) The French took over British land north of the Ohio River.D.) The Native Americans were involved in conflicts over lands west of the Appalachians.

32.) The revenue that Great Britain hoped to raise in the coloniesA.) was required to have an official tax stamp on it.B.) was used to help colonists expand onto more land.C.) was collected by British soldiers stationed in the colonies.D.) was needed by the British government to pay its debts.

Explain American colonial reaction to British policy from 1763 - 1774. (SS.8.A.3.2)

“As the Evidence was, the Verdict of the Jury was exactly right. This however, is no Reason why the Town should not call the Action of that Night a Massacre, nor is it any Argument in favour of the Governor or Minister, who caused them to be sent here. But it is the strongest Proofs of the Danger of Standing Armies.”-John Adams

33.) Even though he was the defense attorney for the British soldiers, Adams still believed the word Massacre was appropriate, which of the following statements might be his reason for that belief and is supported by the quote?A.) The civilians were protesting the government, they did not deserve to be killed, that is a massacreB.) The soldiers acted out of anger, their actions should be termed a massacreC.) The civilians were unarmed, the soldiers killed them in a cowardly way that is a massacreD.) Any number of civilians killed by their own army should be termed a massacre


34.) The picture is titled A.) The French and Indian WarB.) The Boston RaidC.) Boston Tea PartyD.) Bloody Boston Massacre

35.) What group of people might have created this engraving?A.) British soldiersB.) LoyalistsC.) ParliamentD.) Sons of Liberty

36.) The Boston Massacre was aA.) fierce battle that took place in Boston during the French and Indian War.B.) a large number of acres the colonists attempted to sell from Boston Commons.C.) noisy protests against the Stamp Act by the Sons of Liberty in Boston.D.) deadly riot between colonists and British troops stationed in Boston.

37.) In this cartoon, what is Benjamin Franklin trying to tell American Colonists?A.) Only the New England colonies will succeed in the war.B.) The only way for the colonies to survive is to surrender.C.) The South is the key to defending the colonies.D.) The only way to win the war is to unite and fight together.

38.) The cry of “taxation without representation” was led on by theA.) Parliament elections.B.) Tea Party.C.) Declaration of Independence.D.) Stamp Acts.


39.) The colonists were familiar with propaganda in protest of the Stamp Act. What conclusion can you draw with the use of this “stamp” as a piece of colonial propaganda?A.) They enjoyed the protection of the British Army.B.) They wanted better surveyors of lands farther west.C.) They did not want any further conflicts with the Native Americans.D.) They did not want taxation without representation.

40.) The purpose of the Quartering Act was to require the colonists to A.) pay for the salaries of British soldiers.B.) buy only goods that were made in Great Britain.C.) stop making their own coins and use British money instead.D.) provide housing and supplies for British soldiers.

“We then were ordered by our commander to open the hatches and take out all the chests…and throw them overboard.”—George Hewes

41.) While he and other colonists were dressed like Mohawks, what event is George Hewes referring to in his quotation?A.) Battle of LexingtonB.) Boston MassacreC.) Shot Heard Around the WorldD.) Boston Tea Party

42.) Who became famous for spreading news of the British troop movement?A.) George WashingtonB.) Jonathan EdwardsC.) George MasonD.) Paul Revere

Recognize the contributions of the Founding Fathers (John Adams, Sam Adams, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, George Mason, and George Washington) during American Revolutionary efforts. (SS.8.A.3.3)

43.) Which quote by George Washington describes a “sunshine patriot” or “summer soldier” from The American Crisis by Thomas Paine?A.) “Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.”B.) “Mankind, when left to themselves, are unfit for their own government.”


C.) “If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.”

44.) Life, liberty, pursuit of happiness, all men are created equal, and power comes from the consent of the governed are found in:A.) how the Declaration of Independence relates to the Constitution.B.) how the Declaration of Independence is the opposite of the Constitution.C.) how the Declaration of Independence compares/contrasts to the Constitution.

45.) The Declaration of Independence gave the soldiers a ____________ to fight the American Revolutionary War.A.) trivialityB.) unimportanceC.) purpose

46.) Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?A.) Benjamin FranklinB.) Thomas JeffersonC.) George Washington

“Why is it that we hesitate? From Britain we can expect nothing but ruin. If she is admitted to the government of America again, this continent will not be worth living in.”

47.) What statement might a Loyalist make after reading this quote from Thomas Paine?A.) Britain will crush our new country, we are too weak to fight, and we must call on the French for help!B.) Britain has a stable government with a Bill of Rights. America has no government, Independence will lead to chaos!C.) America should request that King George create a Parliament in the colonies!D.) If Britain interferes with our colonies again, it will lead to higher taxes and more soldiers in our cities!

48.) G_Served on the First Continental Congress and helped draft the Declaration of Independence and became the first vice president of the United States and the second president.

49.) _I__Helped formulate resistance to the Stamp Act and played a vital role in organizing the Boston Tea Party, and signed of the Declaration of Independence.

A.) George Washington B.) James Madison C.) Benjamin FranklinD.) George Mason E.) Alexander Hamilton

F.) Thomas Jefferson G.) John Adams H.) John Hancock I.) Samuel Adams


50.) _C__Was a Founding Father of U.S. who had a significant and profound influence in the early development of his nation, prodigious inventor, helped draft the Declaration of Independence, authored the famous Poor Richard’s Almanac, and was the first United States Postmaster General.

51.) _H__Was a merchant, smuggler, statesman, and prominent Patriot that served as president of the Second Continental Congress and was the first and third Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and signed the Declaration of Independence on that day.

52.) _E__Served as the nation's first secretary of the treasury, from 1789 to 1795.Alexander Hamilton, a delegate to the Constitutional Convention and major author of the Federalist papers, was the United States' first secretary of the treasury, and co-wrote the famous 'Federalist' Papers.

53.) _F__Drafted the Declaration of Independence, served as the third president of the United States, oversaw the Louisiana Purchase, supported the American Revolution, and served as governor of Virginia during the Revolutionary War.

54.) _B__Wrote the first drafts of the U.S. Constitution, co-wrote the Federalist Papers and sponsored the Bill of Rights, established the Democrat-Republican Party with President Thomas Jefferson, and became president himself in 1808.

55.) _D__Was a Virginia planter, politician, and a delegate to the U.S. Constitutional Convention of 1787, one of three men who refused to sign because he did not believe the Constitution established a wise and just government. His concept of inalienable rights influenced the Declaration of Independence.

56.) _A__Was commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War and served two terms as the first U.S. president, from 1789 to 1797.

Examine the contributions of influential groups to both the American and British war efforts during the American Revolutionary War and their effects on the outcome of the war. (SS.8.A.3.4)

57.) What were slaves promised to become soldiers during the American Revolutionary War?A.) money.B.) land.C.) freedom.

58.) The Continental Congresses weakness wasA.) voted for peace.B.) nominated George Washington to lead the army.C.) couldn’t tax to raise money for war.

59.) Compared to the Continental Army, British troops were all of the following exceptA.) Better fedB.) Better trained


C.) Better equippedD.) Better led

60.) The main American strength when the war began wasA.) an army of well-trained militia volunteers.B.) a large and powerful navy.C.) a large supply of guns and bullets.D.) an able and inspiring leader, George Washington.

Describe the influence of individuals on social and political developments during the Revolutionary era. (SS.8.A.3.5)

61.) Who was the free African-American man that was self-educated in Astronomy, Science, and Mathematics and inventor?A.) Benjamin HarrisonB.) Benjamin FranklinC.) Benjamin Banneker

62.) Who was the lady that urged her husband to “remember the ladies” during the American Revolution?A.) Abigail JonesB.) Abigail AdamsC.) Abigail Thomas

Examine the causes, course, and consequences of the American Revolution. (SS.8.A.3.6)

63.) What were a series of acts passed — beginning in 1767 — by the Parliament of Great Britain relating to the British colonies in North America?A.) Tea ActB.) Proclamation of 1763C.) Townshend Acts

64.) What was the largest battle of the American Revolutionary War that pitted General Washington versus General Howe and signified that the war was going to be long and bloody?A.) Battle of YorktownB.) Battle of SaratogaC.) Battle of New York


65.) What was significant about George Washington and the Continental Army crossing the Delaware River and attacking the Hessians at Trenton, New Jersey on Christmas Day, 1776?

A.) The army proved they could win in battle against better trained troopsB.) The army lost many men but were able to win a battle anywayC.) The army lost several important generals, even though they won the battleD.) The army took back land that was lost in earlier battles

66.) The “shot heard around the world” and the events of April 15th, 1775, at Lexington and Concord proved that A.) colonists wanted to drive out the Native Americans.B.) colonists wanted to start a globalization movement.C.) colonists were willing to join the British army.D.) colonists were willing to fight for the right to govern themselves.

67.) How did geography help the Patriots win the American Revolution?A.) The colonies had too many cities for the British army to conquer.B.) The British were not equipped to fight in the harsh American winters.C.) The British colonies in the Caribbean were too far away to provide the British with support.D.) The colonies were too large an area for the British army to control.

68.) In the Treaty of Paris, the Americans won their independence and A.) the right to strip Loyalists of their property.B.) a pledge that future conflicts with Britain would be settled peacefully.C.) the return of all taxes collected by Britain before the war.D.) all the territory lying to the east of the Mississippi River.

69.) Why did British troops march from Boston into the countryside in April 1775?A.) To break up the first Continental Congress.B.) To capture Paul Revere.C.) To arrest Patriot leaders and destroy the militia’s supplies.D.) To recover cannons that rebel colonists had captured.

Examine the structure, content, and consequences of the Declaration of Independence. (SS.8.A.3.7)

70.) The rights common to everyone, as opposed to those given by lawA.) Continental RightsB.) Natural RightsC.) Shared Rights

71.) “To form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, and promote the general welfare” refer to A.) Five Functions of GovernmentB.) Twelve TablesC.) Ten Commandments


72.) What are three examples of natural rights or unalienable rights?A.) age, ability, and advancementsB.) life, liberty, and the pursuit of happinessC.) suppression, soul, and sorrow

73.) Which is an idea about government that is implied in the Declaration of Independence?A.) The Supreme Court will review all treaties.B.) National Army/Navy/Air Force/Marine services will fight in foreign lands when war is declared.C.) The government will support you if you can no longer work because of age or ability.D.) Congress can impeach the president and remove him from office.

74.) Which document are the statements in the above box are talking about?A.) Stamp ActB.) English Bill of RightsC.) Declaration of Independence

75.) Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and John Hancock had what in common in July of 1776?A.) Fled the colonies as Tories loyal to Britain.B.) Negotiated a treaty with France.C.) Lead the Continental Army to fight against the British.D.) Signed the Declaration of Independence.

Examine individuals and groups that affected political and social motivations during the American Revolution. (SS.8.A.3.8)

Brought official separation from Great Britain. States that people are born with certain rights that

include life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Approved in 1776 on what is now celebrated as a

national holiday.


76.) This British political cartoon shows what popular belief in England about the American colonists?

A.) The colonists were barbaric criminalsB.) The colonists did not like teaC.) The colonists were willing to fight for their rightsD.) The colonists were serious about wanting independence

77.) What group of people from this time period might have shared these characteristics?A.) PatriotsB.) Sons of LibertyC.) MercenariesD.) Loyalists

78.) What organization was formed to protect the rights of the colonists and to fight taxation by the British government and played a major role in most colonies in battling the Stamp Act in 1765?A.) Daughters of the RevolutionB.) MasonsC.) Sons of Liberty

Strong cultural and heritage ties to Great Britain. Did not see fighting was a war for independence from

Great Britain. May not believe the Patriots could defeat the British

army.


Examine the course and consequences of the Constitutional Convention (New Jersey Plan, Virginia Plan, Great Compromise, Three-Fifths Compromise, compromises regarding taxation and slave trade, Electoral College, state vs. federal power, empowering a president). (SS.8.A.3.10)

New Jersey Plan Virginia Plan Great Compromise

79.) Based on the proposals above, in what way did the delegates at the Constitutional Convention differ?A.) They differed on how many representatives to the national legislature each state should get.B.) They differed in their beliefs on how the branches of government would interact.C.) They differed on whether or not there should be an office of the presidency.D.) They differed on how slavery should or should not be allowed to expand into any new territory.

80.) What does the cartoon suggest about the ratification of the Constitution?A.) It requires six states to ratify the Constitution to move America forward.B.) Massachusetts did not support being part of the United States.C.) It requires the unity of all of the states to support the success of America.D.) Massachusetts was the weakest of the six states shown in the cartoon.


Examine the influences of George Washington's presidency in the formation of the new nation. (SS.8.A.3.12)

Compare the two images to answer the question:

81.) Looking at the portraits of George Washington on the day he took the office of the presidency, and King George III as a young man, which of the following would be an accurate statement?A.) George Washington wished to show that the president was still just a citizen of the United States.B.) The United States was too poor to dress its leader properly, so Washington had to buy his own suits.C.) England would soon follow the United States in changing how its leader dressed, to look more modern.D.) King George III wasted England’s money on frivolous clothing, as a result England had too many debts.

Explain major domestic and international economic, military, political, and socio-cultural events of Thomas Jefferson's presidency. (SS.8.A.3.14)

82.) What was the huge territory that was purchased by the United States from France in1803 by President Thomas Jefferson?A.) Oregon TerritoryB.) Great PlainsC.) Louisiana Territory

“While the … Mississippi waters secure an independent outlet for the produce of the western States…free from collision with other powers … the fertility of the country, its climate and extent, promise in due season important aids to our treasury, an ample provision for our posterity, and a wide-spread field for the blessings of freedom and equal laws.” -Thomas Jefferson’s Annual Message to Congress


83.) Who would this statement from Thomas Jefferson impact the most?A.) FarmersB.) BankersC.) ManufacturersD.) Ship builders

Examine key events in Florida history as each impacts this era of American history. (SS.8.A.3.16)

84.) Why did Spain exchange Florida for Cuba after the French and Indian War?A.) The port city of Havana, Cuba was more valuable to SpainB.) The British had begun to colonize FloridaC.) Spain was fearful of attacks on Florida from Georgia

85.) What is the oldest, permanent European settlement in the United States?A.) PlymouthB.) BostonC.) St. Augustine

Compare views of self-government and the rights and responsibilities of citizens held by Patriots, Loyalists, and other colonists. (SS.8.C.1.2)

86.) What document gave the roots of self-government?A.) Natural RightsB.) Declaration of RightsC.) English Bill of Rights

87.) From the passage above, what does Thomas Paine seem to be saying about civic responsibility?A.) That all men should join in service to their country.B.) That the souls of men thrive in times of crisis.C.) That America owes its thanks to all American men and women.D.) That Americans should support their country in both good times and bad.

Identify the evolving forms of civic and political participation from the colonial period through Reconstruction. (SS.8.C.1.4)

88.) What is a system of government in which entities such as states or provinces share power with a national government?A.) LegislatureB.) FederalismC.) Executive

“These are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country, but he that stands it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.”—Thomas Paine, discussing the Revolutionary War in The American Crisis


“Do by these Presents, solemnly and mutually, in the presence of God and one another, Covenant and Combine our selves together into a Civil Body Politick, for our better ordering and preservation, and furtherance of the ends aforesaid: and by virtue hereof do enact, constitute, and frame, such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions and Officers...in the Reign of our Soveraign Lord King James, of England, France and Ireland the eighteenth, and of Scotland the fifty-fourth, Anno Dom; 1620.”

89.) After reading the excerpt from the Mayflower Compact, what can you infer was the main intention of this document:A.) To declare loyalty to the king.B.) To declare loyalty to GodC.) To agree to a plan for self-governmentD.) To agree to a voyage to the New World

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