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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, Chapter 7 The Demand.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of the 8,613 emigrants whose sex was registered, about ____________ are males?
(a) Three-fourths.
(b) One-fourth.
(c) One-half.
(d) Two-thirds.

2. In what kind of world do these people live?
(a) One that is much like Great Britain.
(b) One that is much like it is today.
(c) One that is somewhat risky.
(d) One that is constantly at risk.

3. Why is the data source that the author mentions incomplete?
(a) It includes only information about life after emigration.
(b) It includes only information about males.
(c) It includes only information about those who are indentured servants.
(d) It includes only information for England and Scotland.

4. How many ironworks are operating in the colonies at this time?
(a) Over 250.
(b) Over 200.
(c) Over 100.
(d) Over 150.

5. Do there appear to be concentrations of indentured servants in particular occupations settling in certain colonies?
(a) No.
(b) Not at first.
(c) Yes.
(d) Maybe.

Short Answer Questions

1. Building craftsman and clothing makers were in high demand where?

2. What does Bailyn say about the force of attraction to North America?

3. How much regard is there for human suffering and rights?

4. What is commonly believed by 1773?

5. What is the result of this collection?

(see the answer key)

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