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The Spanish Inquisition grew out of Philip II's strong Roman Catholic beliefs. disagreements with the Roman Catholic Church. success in conquering England. belief in the teachings of the Reformation.

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strong Roman Catholic beliefs.

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Someone who believes in divine rule believes that God favors aristocrats and people of wealth. chooses monarchs to represent him on Earth. supports kings and queens but does not choose them. wants government to be in the hands of the people.

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chooses monarchs to represent him on Earth.

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What did French aristocrats do in an effort to keep their privileges? They put more power in the hands of the king. They declared war on the king. They left the Catholic Church. They organized an elected parliament.

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They put more power in the hands of the king.

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Which of these statements best describes absolute rulers? Absolute rulers' powers are checked only by the military. Absolute rulers are figureheads who carry out the Church's wishes. Absolute rulers depend on the advice of a parliament. Absolute rulers have no checks on their power.

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Absolute rulers have no checks on their power.

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Painting of King Louis XIV of France. Which word best describes the way the king is portrayed in the painting? young powerful ordinary handsome

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powerful

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The weakening of the Catholic Church's power in Europe in the 1500s and 1600s led to a decline in the power of kings and queens. a rise in the power of kings and queens. a decline in the use of standing armies. a rise in the power of legislatures across the continent.

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a rise in the power of kings and queens.

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Why did Peter the Great call his new capital city a "window on Europe"? He wanted it to reflect European culture. He introduced the first European-style windows to Russia. He wanted to build a city close to Europe but far from the sea. He wanted his capital to be the opposite of all things European.

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He wanted it to reflect European culture.

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How was Russia similar to the rest of continental Europe in the 1600s? Russia was ruled by powerful monarchs. Russia practiced the Roman Catholic religion. Russia made advances during the Renaissance. Russia engaged in trade with the Americas.

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Russia was ruled by powerful monarchs.

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During the 1600s, England put more power in the hands of an elected parliament. What did France do? France followed the English example. France put more power in the hands of its aristocracy. France put more power in the hands of its monarchy. France gave power to a series of weak kings.

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France put more power in the hands of its monarchy

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What resulted from Louis XIV's constant pursuit of warfare? France conquered all of Europe. Louis was overthrown by England. France was left deeply in debt. French aristocrats were able to set up a parliament.

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France was left deeply in debt.

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What is an armada? an army led by priests a large fleet of warships soldiers armed with bows and arrows any invading military force

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a large fleet of warships

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Which was Peter the Great responsible for? reforming Russia and making it a republic giving power to Russia's highest ranking noblemen turning Russia into a modern, powerful nation following a policy of peace with Russia's neighbors

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turning Russia into a modern, powerful nation

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The greatest accomplishment of Philip II of Spain was to invade and occupy England. end taxation in his kingdom. preside over the growth of a large empire. spread the teachings of the Reformation.

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preside over the growth of a large empire.

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Who suffered when Louis XIV revoked the Edict of Nantes? only English Catholics only French Protestants only aristocrats of all religions only poor, religious peasants

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only French Protestants

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Why did Peter the Great call his new capital city a "window on Europe"? He wanted it to reflect European culture. He introduced the first European-style windows to Russia. He wanted to build a city close to Europe but far from the sea. He wanted his capital to be the opposite of all things European.

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He wanted it to reflect European culture.

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Because Philip II wanted a standing army, he found it necessary to invade England. raise taxes. oppose the Counter-Reformation. give more power to his people.

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raise taxes.

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When Louis XIV said, "I am the state," he meant that he had absolute power. was no longer king. had decided to change his name. no longer believed in God.

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had absolute power.

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The Spanish Inquisition grew out of Philip II's strong Roman Catholic beliefs. disagreements with the Roman Catholic Church. success in conquering England. belief in the teachings of the Reformation.

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strong Roman Catholic beliefs.

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During the English Civil War, supporters of the king were mostly Puritans. members of Parliament. noblemen. Roundheads.

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noblemen.

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What event precipitated the English Civil War? an invasion by France a rebellion in Scotland fighting in American colonies the coronation of Charles I

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a rebellion in Scotland

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The Magna Carta had what effect on English monarchs? It said that monarchs would have absolute power. It said that only kings could rule England. It said that monarchs had to respect certain basic rights of citizens. It required English monarchs to be born in foreign countries.

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It said that monarchs had to respect certain basic rights of citizens.

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Read the speech James I made to Parliament in 1609. The state of monarchy is the supremest thing upon earth, for kings are not only God's lieutenants upon earth and sit upon God's throne, but even by God himself they are called gods. . . . [Y]ou do not meddle with the main points of government; that is my craft . . . to meddle with that were to lessen me. What argument was the king making? Kings should not believe in God, for they are gods themselves. Kings are God's representatives on Earth, and they should not be challenged. Kings should agree that it is Parliament's job to run the government. Kings need to be more respectful of Parliament.

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Kings are God's representatives on Earth, and they should not be challenged.

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Which of these best describes Oliver Cromwell? Oliver Cromwell was a supporter of the king. Oliver Cromwell was a member of the nobility. Oliver Cromwell was a devout Catholic. Oliver Cromwell was an enemy of the king.

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Oliver Cromwell was an enemy of the king.

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What is the most likely reason why some members of Parliament opposed James I? They thought that Parliament should do away with kings and queens. They wanted to protect the rights that had been won with the Magna Carta. They believed in the right of Parliament to collect taxes. They did not want a Puritan on the throne of England.

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They wanted to protect the rights that had been won with the Magna Carta.

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Parliament invited William and Mary to take the English throne on the condition that they convert to Catholicism. promise not to have children. promise to stay at home and rule from Holland. accept Parliament's limits on their power.

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accept Parliament's limits on their power.

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What was so "glorious" about the Glorious Revolution? It set a precedent for monarchs sharing power with Parliament. It meant that France and Spain would never again challenge England. It did away with the constitutional monarchy. It meant that the king and queen could be members of any religious group.

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It set a precedent for monarchs sharing power with Parliament.

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Of what relevance are the Glorious Revolution and the English Bill of Rights to government in the United States? Americans incorporated the idea of a constitutional monarchy into the Constitution. The idea of bringing in monarchs from another country inspired Americans to do the same thing. Many of the ideas concerning separation of powers and protection of rights were implemented in the United States. Americans recognized that the separation of powers would never work in their newly independent country.

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Many of the ideas concerning separation of powers and protection of rights were implemented in the United States.

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What happened to Charles I? He defeated the Cavaliers. He became a Puritan. He was tried and executed. He became a military dictator.

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He was tried and executed.

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What did Parliament do soon after the death of Oliver Cromwell? Parliament went to war with Scotland. Parliament restored the monarchy. Parliament banned the monarchy forever. Parliament imposed the Protectorate.

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Parliament restored the monarchy.

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What does it mean to "quarter" soldiers? to house them in private civilians' homes to banish them from service to force them to serve against their will to free them from prison

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to house them in private civilians' homes

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The Petition of Right (1628) resulted in the powers of the monarchy being limited. increased. made absolute. ended.

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limited.

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Which key concept did Charles I agree to in the Petition of Right (1628)? no Parliament no hereditary monarchy no taxation without representation no state religion

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no taxation without representation

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What did Charles I's fate demonstrate? No English monarch could ignore Parliament. Parliament was weaker than the monarchy. There was no place for kings and queens in England. Kings and queens remained above the law.

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No English monarch could ignore Parliament.

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Belief in the divine rights of kings means believing that kings are chosen by Parliament. God. the Lord Protector. the people.

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God

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The geocentric theory states that the center of the universe is Earth. the sun. the moon. Jupiter.

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Earth

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Why did many scientists reject the Copernican model when it was published? It proposed that gravity affects motion on Earth, which sounded unbelievable to many people. It supported the teachings of the Catholic Church during the spread of the Protestant Reformation. It presented an unfamiliar method of conducting research and creating new scientific theories. It was a radical change in people's understanding of the universe and Earth's place in it.

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It was a radical change in people's understanding of the universe and Earth's place in it.

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Who discovered the three laws of planetary motion? Nicolaus Copernicus Galileo Galilei Johannes Kepler Isaac Newton

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Johannes Kepler

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Who created the scientific method? Francis Bacon René Descartes Robert Boyle Johannes Kepler

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Francis Bacon

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Who proposed the heliocentric theory? Nicolaus Copernicus Galileo Galilei Johannes Kepler Isaac Newton

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Nicolaus Copernicus

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The heliocentric theory states that the center of the universe is Earth. the sun. the moon. Jupiter.

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the sun.

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During the Middle Ages, Islamic scholars made key advancements in astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and physics. astronomy, biology, geology, and medicine. biology, botany, mathematics, and physics. biology, botany, geology, and physic

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astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and physics.

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Which describes a difference between Robert Boyle and Isaac Newton? Boyle created the coordinate plane system, while Newton discovered deductive reasoning. Boyle discovered the law of gravity, while Newton created the coordinate plane system. Boyle discovered the laws of motion, while Newton discovered the relationship between pressure and gas volumes. Boyle discovered the relationship between pressure and gas volumes, while Newton discovered the law of gravity.

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Boyle discovered the relationship between pressure and gas volumes, while Newton discovered the law of gravity.

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The first step in the scientific method is to test with an experiment. form a hypothesis. draw a conclusion. analyze the data.

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form a hypothesis.

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How did barometers advance science? They allowed scientists to study objects in space. They allowed scientists to measure temperature. They allowed scientists to measure pressure. They allowed scientists to observe objects closely.

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They allowed scientists to measure pressure.

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Which statement best describes the scientific method? The scientific method was a new theory about the planets and the sun. The scientific method was a new way to solve problems and do research. The scientific method was a way to reason developed by the ancient Greeks. The scientific method was a set of theories that countered Church teachings.

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The scientific method was a new way to solve problems and do research.

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Which change occurred during the Renaissance? Islamic mathematicians developed algebra. Scholars revived an interest in classical ideas. Scientists used the astrolabe to map the stars. Greeks made early contributions to geometry.

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Scholars revived an interest in classical ideas.

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Which completely transformed scientific study? the Scientific Revolution the Enlightenment the Renaissance the Reformation

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the Scientific Revolution

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One result of the Scientific Revolution was the ______, which was a new way to solve problems and conduct research. enlightenment scientific method renaissance heliocentric theory

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scientific method

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Who challenged the Aristotelian model of a geocentric universe that began the Scientific Revolution? Kepler Galileo Newton Copernicus

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Copernicus

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Scientists in ancient Greece believed that the study of science was connected to feeling and emotion. the study of science was connected to magic and mysticism. everything in the world could be explained by logic and reason. everything in the world could be explained by faith and religion.

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everything in the world could be explained by logic and reason.

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In ancient Greece, Euclid contributed to a better understanding of biology. chemistry. mathematics. technology.

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mathematics.

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Which three topics became a major focus of the Enlightenment? astronomy, mathematics, physics classicism, humanism, realism authority, rights, responsibility faith, religion, spirituality

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authority, rights, responsibility

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One of Baron de Montesquieu's key ideas was separating church and state. creating checks and balances. establishing natural rights. establishing equality within society.

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creating checks and balances.

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A political effect of the Enlightenment was that some monarchs embraced new ideas from the movement. support for rebels fighting the French Revolution decreased. many people rejected the idea of representative government. the constitutional monarchy in England came to an end.

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some monarchs embraced new ideas from the movement.

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What sparked the English Civil War in the 1600s? Religious groups fought over the spread of Protestantism. Farmers became divided over land divisions and rights. Peasants fought with the wealthy. The English monarch clashed with Parliament leaders.

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The English monarch clashed with Parliament leaders.

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How did the English Civil War affect the Enlightenment? The English Civil War led to the concept of a "divine right" to rule, which was developed in greater detail by Enlightenment thinkers. The English Civil War caused many people to question the role of government, which sparked the imagination of Enlightenment thinkers. The English Civil War established the authority of monarchs, who were supported by Enlightenment thinkers. The English Civil War promoted the idea of absolutism, which was embraced by Enlightenment thinkers.

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The English Civil War caused many people to question the role of government, which sparked the imagination of Enlightenment thinkers.

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Which statement best characterizes the ideas of Thomas Hobbes? People are naturally reasonable. People are naturally selfish and violent. Governments create unequal societies. Government should be separate from religion.

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People are naturally selfish and violent.

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Baron de Montesquieu was an Enlightenment philosopher from Belgium. England. France. Germany.

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France.

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Which movement happened last in Europe? the Enlightenment the Middle Ages the Reformation the Renaissance

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the Enlightenment

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Enlightenment thinkers rejected the concept of absolutism. freedom. individuality. society.

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absolutism

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Which statement best characterizes the ideas of John Locke? People are naturally reasonable. People are naturally selfish and violent. Governments create unequal societies. Government should be separate from religion.

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People are naturally reasonable.

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In retaliation for the Boston Tea Party, the British passed laws to punish Massachusetts. Specifically, the British closed Boston Harbor to trade until restitution was provided on the tea. What effect did these measures have on colonists? They temporarily quelled colonists' protests due to fear of further punishment. They angered colonists even more, prompting the Boston Massacre. They united the colonies in their fight against the British. They prompted the formation of the Continental army to defend colonial interests.

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They united the colonies in their fight against the British.

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The ideas of the Enlightenment, including the concept of the social contract, influenced the American Revolution. Which of these statements best explains what a social contract is? People choose government representatives who write and pass laws. People rule through their elected representatives. People run the state by exerting their will. People support the government in exchange for rights and protection.

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People support the government in exchange for rights and protection.

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The English Bill of Rights (1689), which guarantees the freedom of speech, the right to a fair trial, and a ban on cruel or unusual punishment, inspired the US Bill of Rights, which is another name for the first ten amendments to the Constitution. the preamble to the Declaration of Independence. the Articles of Confederation. the Declaration of the Rights of Man.

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the first ten amendments to the Constitution.

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In the era of the French Revolution, France faced many of the same issues as those faced by the colonies in the American Revolution. Which problem affected both nations? colonial rules government-mandated social classes taxation without representation tyrannical monarchies in power

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tyrannical monarchies in power

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The American Revolution subsequently inspired nineteenth-century independence movements in which part of the world? Latin America and the Caribbean Eastern Europe North Africa Southeast Asia

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Latin America and the Caribbean

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The Boston Tea Party was the first major act of defiance by the colonists. What were the colonists protesting? increased government spending high taxes taxation without representation debt from the French and Indian War

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taxation without representation

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The Constitution was drafted in 1787, after the American Revolution ended. What document preceded the Constitution in outlining the powers of the US government? the Declaration of Independence the Articles of Confederation the Bill of Rights the Two Treatises of Government

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the Articles of Confederation

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Haiti was the second nation in the Americas to achieve independence from a European power—in this case, France. How did Haiti's revolution differ from the American Revolution? Haiti's revolution was unexpected. Haiti's revolution was not influenced by the Enlightenment. Haiti's revolution was a slave revolt. Haiti's revolution was based on trade restrictions.

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Haiti's revolution was a slave revolt.

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In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson listed a series of grievances that colonists had against British rule. What purpose did this serve? The list identified changes that would be made under the new government. The list explained the reasons for declaring independence. The list outlined how the British broke the social contract. The list gave reasons why the British should leave the colonies.

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The list outlined how the British broke the social contract.

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What effect did the success of the American Revolution have internationally? The American Revolution provided the blueprint for gaining independence. The American Revolution served as a model of how to fight a revolution. The American Revolution enabled other countries to weigh the pros and cons of revolution. The American Revolution inspired other countries to declare independence.

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The American Revolution inspired other countries to declare independence.

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Which statement best explains why taxation without representation was a major issue for the colonists? The colonists wanted more influence over how taxes were spent. The colonists equated a lack of representation with a lack of consent to be ruled. The colonists sought more control of tax collection to keep the money in the colonies. The colonists felt that the collection of taxes violated their natural rights.F

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The colonists equated a lack of representation with a lack of consent to be ruled.

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Why was taxation without representation considered a violation of the social contract? Taxation without representation indicated a lack of agreement between the government and the governed. Taxation without representation violated the colonists' natural right to property. Taxation without representation meant the members of Parliament were no longer following the people's will. Taxation without representation ignored the colonists' legal right to have the colonial government, not the British government, determine taxes.

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Taxation without representation indicated a lack of agreement between the government and the governed.

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Montesquieu outlined a system of checks and balances that would prevent one branch of government from dominating the others. Which would be an example of checks and balances between branches? Congress and the president must declare war jointly. The president can make executive agreements. The Supreme Court determines the constitutionality of laws passed by Congress. The president is the commander-in-chief of the armed forces.

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The Supreme Court determines the constitutionality of laws passed by Congress.

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The concept of having three branches of government—executive, judicial, and legislative—was introduced by Montesquieu. What term describes this type of governmental system? confederation separation of powers bicameral divided government

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separation of powers

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How did French support of the American Revolution increase problems for King Louis XVI? It accelerated the economic crisis. It introduced new ideas regarding branches of government. It helped prove that a country could do without a king. It showed that a rigid class structure was dangerous.

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It accelerated the economic crisis.

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Why was Louis XVI considered ineffectual? He decreased the taxes on the aristocracy. He failed to respond to the needs of the people. He enjoyed spending money lavishly. He was advised only by the clergy.

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He failed to respond to the needs of the people.

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What action made Louis XVI such an unpopular ruler? He entered France into an unpopular war. He married an Austrian princess. He did not support government reform. He refused to let the Third Estate own land.

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He did not support government reform.

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The separation of church and state was important to the French people because of the power and wealth held by the clergy. Which philosopher of the Enlightenment believed in this separation? Locke Montesquieu Rousseau Voltaire

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Voltaire

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Why did the Third Estate form the National Assembly? They hoped to persuade the king to lower taxes. They wanted the Estates-General to deal with the problem of famine. They wanted to find ways to benefit ordinary citizens. They hoped to force the Estates-General into removing the king.

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They wanted to find ways to benefit ordinary citizens.

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Jean-Jacques Rousseau believed that there were two types of inequality: natural or physical inequality and moral or political inequality. Which is an example of moral or political inequality? being elderly being weakened by disease having great strength of character having more power than others

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having more power than others

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In an era of bad harvests, famine, and rioting, the French government took steps to improve the worsening financial crisis. What did the government do? The government raised taxes. The government called for genuine political reform. The government forced all estates to pay the same taxes. The government reduced the Third Estate's tax burden.

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The government raised taxes.

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The clergy comprised the wealthy First Estate, with members of noble descent in particular having a great deal of power. What was the source of the clergy's wealth? family money tithes donations from the king savings from paying low taxes

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tithes

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How did the American Revolution influence the French Revolution? Soldiers who had fought on the side of the colonies started the French Revolution. News of the war introduced the French to the ideas of the Enlightenment. The war showed that taxation without representation was a just cause. The colonies' victory demonstrated that a king could be defeated.

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The colonies' victory demonstrated that a king could be defeated.

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Montesquieu believed that government power should be divided between different branches, much like the executive, legislative, and judicial branches in the United States. He believed that this division promoted liberty and justice. What else does the separation of powers do? It prevents one branch from gaining too much power. It stops each branch from dominating the others. It makes sure that there is no overlap between the work of the branches. It facilitates cooperation between the branches.

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It prevents one branch from gaining too much power.

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What was one advantage of being a member of the Second Estate? having access to the king being a small part of the population being able to participate in business or trade having extensive privileges

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having extensive privileges

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The Declaration of the Rights of Man made all French citizens equal before the law. How did this equality contrast with the ways of the Old Regime? The declaration removed the king from power. The declaration forced the aristocracy to give up their land. The declaration created a separation between church and state. The declaration abolished the three estates.

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The declaration abolished the three estates.

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On July 14, 1789, French citizens unhappy with the failed government reforms stormed the Bastille, a medieval fortress prison. What has this event come to represent in French history? reform liberty equality justice

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liberty

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After winning power, the National Assembly immediately executed the king. could not agree on its goals. restored property to the Church. unanimously elected a leader.

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could not agree on its goals.

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What was a positive result of the Reign of Terror? The whole aristocracy was eliminated by execution. Ordinary people won more political rights and freedoms. European countries admired what France had accomplished. The church ended up supporting the National Assembly.

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Ordinary people won more political rights and freedoms.

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After winning power, the Jacobins sought strong leadership to face overwhelming challenges by asking for direction from England's political leadership. deciding to form the Committee of Public Safety. using the leadership of former supporters of the monarchy. using the leadership of former supporters of the Church.

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deciding to form the Committee of Public Safety.

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Although the National Assembly was made up of the Third Estate, many members did not want to seize the Catholic Church's property. the members did not want a constitutional monarchy like England. many members still wanted to keep the king involved in government. the members insisted on dismissing the authority of the Church.

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many members still wanted to keep the king involved in government.

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Which two factions disagreed on the revolution's path? the Liberals and the Conservatives the Liberals and Jacobins Jacobins and the Conservatives Jacobins and the Third Estate

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Jacobins and the Conservatives

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Why was King Louis XVI tried for treason? He wanted the radicals sent to prison so he could regain the throne. He wanted France to lose its war against Austria and have his power restored. He wanted to flee with his wife Marie Antoinette to avoid the guillotine. He wanted the National Convention disbanded so he could again be king.

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He wanted France to lose its war against Austria and have his power restored.

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What impact did the French Revolution have on the rest of Europe? Other European countries became more liberal. Other European countries became more conservative. Other European countries declared war on France. Other European countries lost tourist dollars.

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Other European countries declared war on France.

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What was the major reason radicals were so angry? Europe wanted to put Louis XVI back in power. Though wages were increasing, so were prices.. They wanted women and men to be able to vote. The revolution became more and more violent.

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Europe wanted to put Louis XVI back in power.

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For how many years did the Reign of Terror last? one three five seven

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one

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An old problem the National Assembly still faced was interference by the Bishop. rising debt and poverty. the demands of Louis XVI. lack of liberty and equality.

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rising debt and poverty.

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What is the best description of the Conservatives? They were the left-wingers. They wanted the king executed. They wanted few changes. They favored a republic.

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They wanted few changes.

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Someone who supports extreme changes in a society is a liberal. radical. Jacobin. conservative.

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radical.

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What happened after the Committee of Public Safety began to fall apart? In order to unite, a new leader took charge. Liberals regained power and pushed out radicals. The monarchy moved in to resume power. Power shifted back to the National Convention.

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Power shifted back to the National Convention.

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The revolution grew more violent mainly because radicals reacted to the National Assembly falling apart. prices rising to an all-time high. rumors of foreign intervention to end the revolution. prisoners running rampant after release.

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rumors of foreign intervention to end the revolution.

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In what year did Napoleon crown himself emperor? 1789 1799 1802 1804

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1804

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One action Napoleon took that showed he supported some Enlightenment ideals was to encourage all citizens to read Rousseau and Voltaire. allow freedom of the press without government interference. build schools and universities accessible to the middle class. surround himself with trusted advisors whose advice he used.

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build schools and universities accessible to the middle class.

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In 1802, the French people voted to keep Napoleon in power, giving him the right to serve for fifty years. choose his successor. share supreme power with the Pope. choose his replacement as First Consul.

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choose his successor.

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After becoming emperor, why did Napoleon plan to conquer other countries in Europe? He wanted to form an alliance against an invasion from Russia. He wanted to examine the military strength of European countries. He wanted to amass as much land as possible for France. He wanted to form an economic alliance to benefit France.

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He wanted to amass as much land as possible for France.

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After the coup d'etat and the resignation of the Directory, one of the first things Napoleon did was to declare himself Emperor of France. form a military dictatorship. execute many of the Royalists. present France with a constitution.

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form a military dictatorship.

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Because Napoleon supported many ideals of the Enlightenment and began instituting symbols and titles from the monarchy, historians later classified him as the enlightened emperor. the enlightened monarch. the enlightened prince. the enlightened king.

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the enlightened monarch.

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Which was a result of the peace conference led by Prince Mitternich of Austria? Europe's monarchies no longer held power. The revolution's democratic ideals were accepted. Britain's and Prussia's power were weakened. Nationalism began to grow and spread.

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Nationalism began to grow and spread.

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What is a coup d'etat? a rejection of the ideas of a government a sudden overthrow of an existing government a civil war between groups within a country a war against a country that used to be an ally

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a sudden overthrow of an existing government

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Read the quote delivered by the Consulate on November 12, 1799. People of France: Swear with us to be true to the Republic one and indivisible, founded on equality, liberty, and the representative system. What is the problem with this quote? France was not founded on equality and liberty. This was uttered not by the Consuls, but only by Napoleon. A representative system wasn't created—a dictatorship was. The year the statement was made was 1789.

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A representative system wasn't created—a dictatorship was.

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What is the most accurate description of Napoleon's One Hundred Days? Napoleon escaped from Elba, was defeated at Waterloo, and died there. Napoleon escaped from Elba, was defeated at Waterloo, and was exiled again. Napoleon escaped from Elba, regained power, won at Waterloo, and died. Napoleon escaped from Elba, won at Waterloo, was captured, and was exiled again.

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Napoleon escaped from Elba, was defeated at Waterloo, and was exiled again.

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In 1815, Napoleon escaped from Elba in order to avenge his brother's loss of the throne in Spain. lead his imperial troops in the Battle of Waterloo. retake his power as emperor and retain the empire. avenge his defeat at the hands of Russia.

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retake his power as emperor and retain the empire.

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What is the name of the comprehensive set of laws passed by Napoleon? the French Bill of Rights the Napoleonic Code the French Constitution the Declaration of Rights of Man

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the Napoleonic Code

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Which is the best description of Napoleon Bonaparte? He was an extraordinary soldier but not a good commander in chief. He believed in some Enlightenment ideals but not in social reform. He believed a return to the monarchy was the only thing to save France. He refused to sign a peace treaty with the European powers at war's end..

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He believed in some Enlightenment ideals but not in social reform.

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When writing a draft of an informative essay, a writer should try to avoid including information from ____ sources. biased specific online historical

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biased

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Read the writing prompt for an informative essay about a historical turning point. A historical turning point is a significant event in history that has led to lasting change. Identify a turning point in world history. Discuss the historical events surrounding this turning point, and explain how it changed the course of history. What should a student writer do first? create a thesis analyze the prompt create an outline write a conclusion

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analyze the prompt

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A thesis about a historical turning point should explain how the event changed the of history. course tone invention recording

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course

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Which is an important part of revising an essay about a turning point? identifying the turning point effective transitions analyzing the writing prompt effective research

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effective transitions

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Adding _____ facts and details to an informative essay can help make its points more precise. relevant biased open-ended informal

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relevant

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The thesis statement should be included in the introduction. first body paragraph. second body paragraph. conclusion.

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introduction

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Which best describes the conclusion of an informative essay about a turning point? It familiarizes readers with the turning point and cites the facts that were presented. It establishes the main point of the essay and states the writer's position on the topic. It ties the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should remember. It gives clear examples and offers supporting details about the turning point while citing sources.

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It ties the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should remember.

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Read a sentence from the draft of an essay about a historical turning point. During the Neolithic Revolution, irrigation was introduced, which produced larger crop yields, allowing people to store a surplus of food. The sentence would most likely be part of the introduction. the first body paragraph. the second body paragraph. the conclusion.

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the introduction.

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Which best describes the body paragraphs of an informative essay about a turning point? They familiarize readers with the turning point and set up the ideas that will be presented. They establish the main point of the essay and tell readers what the writer's position is. They tie the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should remember. They give clear examples and offer supporting details about the turning point while citing sources.

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They give clear examples and offer supporting details about the turning point while citing sources.

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Boyle's law explains the way to develop an idea and design an experiment. the impact of gravity on the motion of objects on Earth. the relationship between pressure and the volume of gas. the elliptical orbit of Earth and other planets around the sun.

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the relationship between pressure and the volume of gas.

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In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson affirmed the natural rights of all people. the separation of church and state. the end of all relations with Britain. the new system of government.

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the natural rights of all people.

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Which statement best characterizes the ideas of Voltaire? People are naturally reasonable. People are naturally selfish and violent. Governments create unequal societies. Government should be separate from religion.

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Governments create unequal societies.

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Why was the Petition of Right (1628) of such importance? It gave the king unlimited power. It stated that the law was higher than the king. It restored the monarchy. It made Puritanism the official religion of England.

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It stated that the law was higher than the king.

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A small group of centrists tried to get the Jacobins and the Conservatives to compromise on what main idea? a republic versus a constitutional monarchy a monarchy versus a constitutional monarchy a democratic republic versus a monarchy a church leader versus a monarchy

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a republic versus a constitutional monarchy

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What is the primary reason to have three branches of government? Having three branches prevents the concentration of power in one branch. Having three branches delineates specific roles for each branch. Having three branches ensures that every decision made is one everyone can agree with. Having three branches affirms absolute civilian control of the government.

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Having three branches prevents the concentration of power in one branch.

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Louis XIV called himself the "Sun King" because he believed he could control the weather. was regarded as having a warm, friendly personality. thought that, like the sun, he was at the center of the French universe. frequently took long vacations on the southern coast of France.

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thought that, like the sun, he was at the center of the French universe.

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Faced with famine, increased taxes, and rising discontent, Louis XVI called a meeting of the Estates-General. This was the first time this call had been issued in one hundred fifty years. Why did the king call this meeting? to move France toward a constitutional monarchy to create a plan of action to stop the famine to give the people a voice to attempt government reform

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to attempt government reform

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Read this sentence from an informative essay. The Neolithic Revolution led to increased food supplies. This sentence could be improved by including relevant facts. effective transitions. a clear thesis. a clear style.

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relevant facts.

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Louis XIV is considered a perfect example of an absolute monarch because he gave more political power to ordinary French citizens. reigned during a period of peaceful relations with France's neighbors. held all power in France and claimed to represent God on Earth. left the throne and called for free elections to choose a successor.

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held all power in France and claimed to represent God on Earth.

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What did the guillotine symbolize? the execution of the wealthy the Reign of Terror the National Convention the power of radicals

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the Reign of Terror

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Compared to other monarchs in Europe, kings and queens in England before 1600 were more powerful. less powerful. more democratic. less interested in ruling.

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less powerful.

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A standing army is one that is available only in times of war. permanent and available at all times. available only after the harvests have been collected. independent from the government.

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permanent and available at all times.

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Why could the British restriction of trade be considered a violation of natural rights? Restrictions interfered with individuals' pursuit of economic self-interest. Restrictions sacrificed trade that would have benefited the colonies for the Crown's benefit. Restrictions inhibited the natural right to property by denying colonists access to goods. Restrictions denied colonists the right to conduct business with foreign powers.

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Restrictions interfered with individuals' pursuit of economic self-interest.

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Which list states achievements from the Scientific Revolution in the correct order? i. The heliocentric theory is published. ii. Galileo argues for Copernicus. iii. Isaac Newton develops calculus. iv. The scientific method is invented. i. Galileo argues for Copernicus. ii. The heliocentric theory is published. iii. The scientific method is invented. iv. Isaac Newton develops calculus. i. Galileo argues for Copernicus. ii. Isaac Newton develops calculus. iii. The heliocentric theory is published. iv. The scientific method is invented. i. The heliocentric theory is published. ii. The scientific method is developed. iii. Galileo argues for Copernicus. iv. Isaac Newton develops calculus.

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i. The heliocentric theory is published. ii. The scientific method is developed. iii. Galileo argues for Copernicus. iv. Isaac Newton develops calculus. (last one)

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Which statement best explains how the Scientific Revolution changed ways of thinking? The Scientific Revolution changed people's understanding of the world. The Scientific Revolution caused people to question their religious beliefs. The Scientific Revolution brought back ideas like humanism and realism. The Scientific Revolution resulted in a revival of classical ways of thinking.

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The Scientific Revolution changed people's understanding of the world.

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Which statement describes the Greek philosopher Socrates? Socrates developed a theory about the universe. Socrates taught that reasoning was the way to truth. Socrates wrote a book on the principles of geometry. Socrates built an advanced version of the astrolabe.

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Socrates taught that reasoning was the way to truth.

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Who developed the geocentric theory? Aristotle. Euclid. Galileo. Socrates.

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Aristotle

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American leaders sought to draft the Constitution as a new plan of government. Why had the previous plan failed? It concentrated power in the states. It heavily restricted the sovereignty of individual states. It allowed for a power struggle between the central government and the states. It created a confederation with weak central power.

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It created a confederation with weak central power.

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The US Constitution was attractive to many because it outlive a representative democracy, which restricts the ability of citizens to participate in government. allows government leaders to maintain power for long periods of time. allows citizens to vote for representatives within government. hinders the ability of governments to transfer power.

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allows citizens to vote for representatives within government.

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How did the Constitution overcome the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation? The new plan of government centralized power in the federal government at the expense of state authorities. The new plan of government had a strong centralized government but protected state autonomy and rights. The new plan of government divided power equally between the central government and the states. The new plan of government centralized power and left the states to determine their own role.

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The new plan of government had a strong centralized government but protected state autonomy and rights.

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Which best describes what France's Old Regime was? an economic system rule by the monarchy the estates a social and political system

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a social and political system

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How did the American Revolution influence the French Revolution? Soldiers who had fought on the side of the colonies started the French Revolution. News of the war introduced the French to the ideas of the Enlightenment. The war showed that taxation without representation was a just cause. The colonies' victory demonstrated that a king could be defeated.

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The colonies' victory demonstrated that a king could be defeated.

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The clergy comprised the wealthy First Estate, with members of noble descent in particular having a great deal of power. What was the source of the clergy's wealth? family money tithes donations from the king savings from paying low taxes

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tithes

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How did French support of the American Revolution increase problems for King Louis XVI? It accelerated the economic crisis. It introduced new ideas regarding branches of government. It helped prove that a country could do without a king. It showed that a rigid class structure was dangerous.

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It accelerated the economic crisis.

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Which group paid the least in taxes under the Old Regime? the aristocracy the clergy the bourgeoisie the peasants

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the aristocracy

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Read the revised conclusion of an informative essay. The invention of the printing press was a turning point in history. In addition to increasing the availability of books and the spread of new ideas, it also led to significant political change and radical changes to the religion of Europe. This forever altered the course of history. Which best states why the conclusion is effective? It summarizes key points and restates facts. It restates facts and uses parenthetical citations. It summarizes key points and adds new facts. It restates facts and uses an informal tone.

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It summarizes key points and restates facts.

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Which best describes the conclusion of an informative essay about a turning point? It familiarizes readers with the turning point and cites the facts that were presented. It establishes the main point of the essay and states the writer's position on the topic. It ties the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should remember. It gives clear examples and offers supporting details about the turning point while citing sources.

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It ties the essay together and tell readers what they have learned and should remember.

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What should the draft of an informative essay include? Check all that apply. a strong introduction properly cited sources an informal style a biased viewpoint historical perspective ineffective transitions

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a strong introduction properly cited sources historical perspective

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Read the conclusion to an informative essay. The invention of the printing press was a turning point in history. In addition to increasing the availability of books and the spread of new ideas, it also led to significant political change and radical changes to the religion of Europe. This forever altered the course of history. Which phrase best supports the conclusion about the printing press? "invention of the printing press" "turning point in history" "spread of new ideas" "altered the course of history"

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"spread of new ideas"

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Read the revised introduction of an informative essay. During the Neolithic Revolution, irrigation was introduced, which produced larger crop yields, allowing people to store a surplus of food. Which best explains why the revision is effective? It tells the reader what to remember. It states the writer's viewpoint. It includes details and facts. It grabs a reader's attention.

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It includes details and facts.

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After creating an outline for an informative essay, a student should write the draft. revise the draft. write the thesis. revise the thesis.

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write the draft.

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Which describes a purpose of a thesis statement? It identifies what readers should know going forward. It shows a student's point of view on a topic. It supports a student's point of view on a topic. It summarizes what readers should take away.

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It shows a student's point of view on a topic.

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Read an excerpt from the introduction to an informative essay. The Neolithic Revolution was an important turning point in history. Instead of moving from place to place to gather enough food to survive, early peoples were able to settle in one place, farm crops on a large scale, and build settlements. How could a writer most improve the thesis in this introduction? by describing the crops that were grown by explaining the lasting change that occurred by providing sources for the information used by summarizing events that happened later

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by explaining the lasting change that occurred

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