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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Ben Franklin was a boy, what important man discussed books with him?
(a) William Burnet.
(b) James Logan.
(c) Andrew Hamilton.
(d) William Allen.

2. How did colonial Americans look on black slavery?
(a) As just another form of dependency.
(b) As an abomination.
(c) As an institution which needs legislation.
(d) As a necessary evil.

3. In colonial America, what was a self-made man called?
(a) A lucky Tom.
(b) A wealthy William.
(c) An industrious Samuel.
(d) A poor Richard.

4. How was high office in colonial America considered?
(a) As a sacrifice and burden.
(b) As a right and responsibility.
(c) As a profession and profit.
(d) As an honor and privilege.

5. How were domestic servants treated in colonial America as compared to Europe at that same time?
(a) With less free time and days off.
(b) With more kindness and compassion.
(c) With more brutality and humiliation.
(d) With fewer accommodations and conveniences.

Short Answer Questions

1. In colonial America, why did officer holders receive honors and titles?

2. How were superiors, magistrates, and masters to be honored?

3. What was the most radical change brought about by the Revolution?

4. Who vigorously denounced the Stamp Act riots in 1765?

5. Who did the American colonists blame when the wrong people held office?

(see the answer key)

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