ABCTE UNITED STATES HISTORY EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS|
ALREADY GRADED A| ACE YOUR GRADES.
In 1776, a pamphlet was published by Thomas Paine setting forth the
reasons for American Independence. What was the name of this pamphlet?
- Correct Answer-Common Sense
Thomas Paine wrote a pamphlet which set forth his views for the need for
American Independence. He called it "Common Sense." It was clear and
simple enough for the common man to understand. Eventually 500,000
copies were sold and the idea of American Independence was sold also.
The Continental Army was not doing well during the fighting of 1776. They
settled in to a winter encampment in Valley Forge. They suffered a winter
of starvation and cold. Why? - Correct Answer-The British held
Philadelphia.
The British were "living high" in Philadelphia and had commandeered most
of the supplies in the area. The Continental Army camped in Valley Forge
during one of the coldest, wettest winters on record. G. Washington and
even Martha W. were staying in a house near the campgrounds. Many of
the men had no shoes.
,The Eighteenth Amendment instituted a national policy of Prohibition. This
was one effort of the early twentieth century to reform American politics and
society. Federal rules were established to safeguard the food and medicine
industries. Bank monopolies were ended. The Sixteenth Amendment gave
Congress the right to: - Correct Answer-Impose a federal income tax.
Progressive politicians felt that wealthier Americans should pay more in
taxes. The Sixteenth Amendment gave Congress the power to establish a
federal tax on income. Those who had an income over $4,000 paid 1% of
their income. Those who made over $20,000 paid two percent on income.
The Seventeenth Amendment provided for the direct election of U.S.
Senators. Previously, they had been selected by state legislatures.
Which of the following is the composer of the United States national
anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner? - Correct Answer-John Stafford Smith
was a British composer who composed "The Anacreantic Song" which was
used with the lyrics written by Francis Scott Key which is now known as
"The Star Spangled Banner." All other composers listed were from
Germany.
What is democracy? - Correct Answer-Where the people elect the
governing leaders.
In most instances, the people nominate and vote on the representatives for
their states. The representatives communicate and connect the desires and
,needs of the people and take them to the decision makers for
consideration. In essence, the representatives are the voice for people.
Despite their age, classic Greek tales such as Homer's Iliad and Odyssey
are still very popular among modern readers because - Correct Answer-
They offer exciting stories and heroic characters.
The common thread shared by Homer's works and many current books
and movies is the timeless theme of excitement and adventure. They
include exciting stories and heroic characters.
Which of the following historical figures was the leader of Nazi Germany? -
Correct Answer-Adolf Hitler was the leader of Nazi Germany during World
War II.
When was the Indian Removal Act signed? - Correct Answer-1830 The
president signed the Indian Removal Act in 1830. The act made it lawful to
remove the Indians from land that they inhabited. Many Americans were
against the Act, viewing it as unlawful and unconstitutional.
Which of the following is incorrectly matched?
Frederick Douglas : "Justice to the Negro is safety to the nation."
, Horace Greeley : "Go west, young man, go west!"
Joseph Smith : "The greatest responsibility in the world that God has laid
upon us is to seek after our own dead."
Henry Clay : I have heard something about allegiance to the South. I know
no South, no North, no East, no West, to which I owe any allegiance." -
Correct Answer-Horace Greeley : "Go west, young man, go west!"
Although Greeley is often credited with this quotation, it was actually
journalist John B, Soule who advised young men to go west. Joseph Smith
was the first leader of the Mormons. Henry Clay was a skilled orator who
represented Kentucky in the Congress. Frederick Douglas was a former
slave, skilled orator and abolitionist.
Even before the Constitution had been adopted and George Washington
was elected president, tensions arose among politicians. Alexander
Hamilton became the leader of the Federalists and Thomas Jefferson led
the Democratic Republicans. These two parties foreshadowed our current
two-party system. Which of the following would most likely be included in
the "platform" of the Federalists? - Correct Answer-People who disagree
with the government should keep their mouths shut! That goes for the
newspapers too!
The Federalists believed in a strong central government with a strong
central bank. Government should support business. The Constitution
should be loosely interpreted. They also believed that restrictions should be
placed on speech and the press when they disagreed with the government.
QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS|
ALREADY GRADED A| ACE YOUR GRADES.
In 1776, a pamphlet was published by Thomas Paine setting forth the
reasons for American Independence. What was the name of this pamphlet?
- Correct Answer-Common Sense
Thomas Paine wrote a pamphlet which set forth his views for the need for
American Independence. He called it "Common Sense." It was clear and
simple enough for the common man to understand. Eventually 500,000
copies were sold and the idea of American Independence was sold also.
The Continental Army was not doing well during the fighting of 1776. They
settled in to a winter encampment in Valley Forge. They suffered a winter
of starvation and cold. Why? - Correct Answer-The British held
Philadelphia.
The British were "living high" in Philadelphia and had commandeered most
of the supplies in the area. The Continental Army camped in Valley Forge
during one of the coldest, wettest winters on record. G. Washington and
even Martha W. were staying in a house near the campgrounds. Many of
the men had no shoes.
,The Eighteenth Amendment instituted a national policy of Prohibition. This
was one effort of the early twentieth century to reform American politics and
society. Federal rules were established to safeguard the food and medicine
industries. Bank monopolies were ended. The Sixteenth Amendment gave
Congress the right to: - Correct Answer-Impose a federal income tax.
Progressive politicians felt that wealthier Americans should pay more in
taxes. The Sixteenth Amendment gave Congress the power to establish a
federal tax on income. Those who had an income over $4,000 paid 1% of
their income. Those who made over $20,000 paid two percent on income.
The Seventeenth Amendment provided for the direct election of U.S.
Senators. Previously, they had been selected by state legislatures.
Which of the following is the composer of the United States national
anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner? - Correct Answer-John Stafford Smith
was a British composer who composed "The Anacreantic Song" which was
used with the lyrics written by Francis Scott Key which is now known as
"The Star Spangled Banner." All other composers listed were from
Germany.
What is democracy? - Correct Answer-Where the people elect the
governing leaders.
In most instances, the people nominate and vote on the representatives for
their states. The representatives communicate and connect the desires and
,needs of the people and take them to the decision makers for
consideration. In essence, the representatives are the voice for people.
Despite their age, classic Greek tales such as Homer's Iliad and Odyssey
are still very popular among modern readers because - Correct Answer-
They offer exciting stories and heroic characters.
The common thread shared by Homer's works and many current books
and movies is the timeless theme of excitement and adventure. They
include exciting stories and heroic characters.
Which of the following historical figures was the leader of Nazi Germany? -
Correct Answer-Adolf Hitler was the leader of Nazi Germany during World
War II.
When was the Indian Removal Act signed? - Correct Answer-1830 The
president signed the Indian Removal Act in 1830. The act made it lawful to
remove the Indians from land that they inhabited. Many Americans were
against the Act, viewing it as unlawful and unconstitutional.
Which of the following is incorrectly matched?
Frederick Douglas : "Justice to the Negro is safety to the nation."
, Horace Greeley : "Go west, young man, go west!"
Joseph Smith : "The greatest responsibility in the world that God has laid
upon us is to seek after our own dead."
Henry Clay : I have heard something about allegiance to the South. I know
no South, no North, no East, no West, to which I owe any allegiance." -
Correct Answer-Horace Greeley : "Go west, young man, go west!"
Although Greeley is often credited with this quotation, it was actually
journalist John B, Soule who advised young men to go west. Joseph Smith
was the first leader of the Mormons. Henry Clay was a skilled orator who
represented Kentucky in the Congress. Frederick Douglas was a former
slave, skilled orator and abolitionist.
Even before the Constitution had been adopted and George Washington
was elected president, tensions arose among politicians. Alexander
Hamilton became the leader of the Federalists and Thomas Jefferson led
the Democratic Republicans. These two parties foreshadowed our current
two-party system. Which of the following would most likely be included in
the "platform" of the Federalists? - Correct Answer-People who disagree
with the government should keep their mouths shut! That goes for the
newspapers too!
The Federalists believed in a strong central government with a strong
central bank. Government should support business. The Constitution
should be loosely interpreted. They also believed that restrictions should be
placed on speech and the press when they disagreed with the government.
