Which is the best example of the people who had the most influence on widespread cultural change in early America?
a) The French and Dutch who brought many forms of art and music
b) Native Americans, Europeans, and African Americans who all brought customs and traditions
c) Enslaved African Americans were free to share their culture widely throughout the colonies
d) South and Central American explorers who shared their religion and wealth
b) Native Americans, Europeans, and African Americans who all brought customs and traditions
Which of these activities would most likely be the task of a young girl in Colonial America?
a) Working in a store
b) Apprenticing to learn a trade
c) Making soap
d) Plowing fields
c) Making soap
What was commonly used to teach children to read?
a) Local newspapers
b) Verses and stories from the Bible
c) The Declaration of Independence
d) Fairy tales
b) Verses and stories from the Bible
What is one example of how Native American culture impacted the formation of the United States?
a) Native Americans hold most political offices today.
b) Many state names are based on Native American words.
c) Most national holidays are from Native American religious celebrations.
d) The branches of government are founded on pre-contact Cherokee practices.
b) Many state names are based on Native American words.
Which of the following is the best example of two different cultures blending together?
a) The Iroquois strung dyed beads and shells together to record information.
b) The Cherokee used painted clay beads in jewelry and clothing.
c) British settlers imported tea and other goods from England.
d) New England colonists used Iroquois wampum for money.