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Read the quotation from the Declaration of Independence.“[The king] has excited domestic insurrections amongst us, and has endeavored to bring on the inhabitants of our frontiers, the merciless Indian Savages, whose known rule of warfare, is an undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions.”Based on the quotation, which best describes how White male colonists felt about Indigenous peoples?

A
White male colonists were fearful and mistrusting of Indigenous cultures.
B
White male colonists were sad and resigned toward Indigenous tribes.
C
White male colonists were optimistic about their relationships with Indigenous tribes
D
White male colonists were empathetic and understanding of Indigenous cultures.
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Read the excerpt from Common Sense.“Every day wears out the little remains of kindred between us and them, and can there be any reason to hope, that as the relationship expires, the affection will increase, or that we shall agree better, when we have ten times more and greater concerns to quarrel over than ever?”The word “expires” tells the reader that Paine believed the colonies’ separation from Britain was

A
inevitable.
B
concerning.
C
dangerous.
D
fixable.
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Which statement best summarizes this excerpt from the Iroquois Constitution?

A
The Five Nations should meet often.
B
The Five Nations should live in peace.
C
The Five Nations should conserve nature.
D
The Five Nations should rewrite their laws.
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Read the excerpt from the The Crisis, Number I.“Not a man lives on the continent but fully believes that a separation must some time or other finally take place.”Which best describes Paine’s use of figurative language in this excerpt?

A
Paine uses hyperbole to emphasize that there is strong colonial support for American independence.
B
Paine uses metaphor to illustrate why America must gain independence from Britain.
C
Paine uses hyperbole to describe the ways in which independence will benefit most of the colonists.
D
Paine uses metaphor to express the fact that the majority of colonists believe in American independence.
5

What is the effect of the couplets in both “The Author to Her Book” and “A Hymn to the Evening”?

A
They guide the poet in planning the poem.
B
They help the poet create a simple rhyming pattern.
C
They help the poet break the poem into simple parts.
D
They allow a poet to link lines of poetry together using sound.
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What does Of Plymouth Plantation reveal about the Pilgrims' readiness to establish a new colony where they landed?

A
They were prepared to build shelters and to grow food to support themselves comfortably if the ship left before spring.
B
They were not prepared for the harshness of the environment, and they had little food if the ship left before spring.
C
They had enough food to survive the winter without the ship, but no adequate means to protect themselves against the harsh environment.
D
They could easily protect themselves against the harsh environment, but they did not have enough food to survive the winter without the ship.
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Read the statement.When a government fails to protect the unalienable rights of its citizens, it is the duty and right of citizens to create another form of government.This statement is the Declaration of Independence’s

A
text structure.
B
minor premise.
C
conclusion.
D
major premise.
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Read the paragraph.[1] Thomas Jefferson was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence. [2] Jefferson began writing in early June of 1776, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft. [3] The delegates of the Second Continental Congress reviewed the document during the last week of June.Which is the best way to revise sentence 2 to improve sentence variety in the paragraph?

A
In early June 1776, Jefferson began writing, and he took three weeks to finish the first draft.
B
Jefferson, who began writing in early June 1776, took three weeks to finish the first draft.
C
The first draft, which Jefferson began writing in early June 1776, took him three weeks.
D
Jefferson took three weeks to finish the first draft, which he began writing in early June 1776.
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Read the excerpt from Common Sense.“There are injuries which nature cannot forgive; she would cease to be nature if she did.”Paine uses this language to show that

A
the king deserves punishment for his behavior toward the colonies.
B
the king’s oppressive actions against the colonies are inexcusable.
C
the colonists will mend their relationship with the king if he promises them independence.
D
the colonies will eventually heal from the wounds inflicted by the king.
10

How does Jefferson support his major premise in the body of the Declaration of Independence?

A
He lists the abuses the colonies have suffered under British rule.
B
He explains that retaliation is necessary to teach the British a lesson.
C
He reveals the signatures of delegates from each colony.
D
He lists the colonies' future demands for British protection.
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Look at the table of contents from The Iroquois Book of Rites by Horatio Hale.Table of ContentsChapter 1: THE HURON-IROQUOIS NATIONSChapter 2: THE LEAGUE AND ITS FOUNDERSChapter 3: THE BOOK OF RITESChapter 4: THE CONDOLING COUNCIL—CLANS AND CLASSESChapter 5: THE CONDOLENCE AND THE INSTALLATIONChapter 6: THE LAWS OF THE LEAGUEChapter 7: HISTORICAL TRADITIONSChapter 8: THE IROQUOIS CHARACTERChapter 9: THE IROQUOIS POLICYChapter 10: THE IROQUOIS LANGUAGE Which chapter most likely contains information about the rules and regulations of the Iroquois Nation?

A
Chapter 2: THE LEAGUE AND ITS FOUNDERS
B
Chapter 4: THE CONDOLING COUNCIL—CLANS AND CLASSES
C
Chapter 6: THE LAWS OF THE LEAGUE
D
Chapter 7: HISTORICAL TRADITIONS
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Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I, by Thomas Paine."Britain, with an army to enforce her tyranny, has declared that she has a right (not only to TAX) but ‘to BIND us in ALL CASES WHATSOEVER,’ and if being bound in that manner, is not slavery, then is there not such a thing as slavery upon earth."Which is the best way to paraphrase this excerpt?

A
Britain’s army is trying to enslave the colonists.
B
The colonists fear being enslaved by Britain.
C
Britain has oppressed the colonists in many ways.
D
The colonists do not support British taxation.
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Read the excerpt from Common Sense, by Thomas Paine.“To talk of friendship with those in whom our reason forbids us to have faith, and our affections wounded through a thousand pores instruct us to detest, is madness and folly. Every day wears out the little remains of kindred between us [the colonists] and them [the British], and can there be any reason to hope, that as the relationship expires, the affection will increase, or that we shall agree better, when we have ten times more and greater concerns to quarrel over than ever?”Which is the best way to objectively summarize this excerpt?

A
According to Paine, the relationship between America and Britain worsens every day, and there is no hope that the nations will reconcile.
B
Paine attempts to explain why Britain and America should not reconcile, and his reasoning is very strong.
C
Paine writes that America and Britain should not reconcile because they will just continue to have conflicts.
D
The Americans, Paine correctly asserts, should no longer subject themselves to British oppression.
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Which excerpt from The Crisis, Number I contains a simile?

A
"These are the times that try men's souls."
B
"Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered."
C
"What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly."
D
"It is dearness only that gives everything its value."
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Read this quotation from The Crisis, Number IV by Thomas Paine.Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom, must, like men, undergo the fatigues of supporting it.According to this quotation, Paine believes that the colonists

A
should stop fighting for their freedom because it is exhausting.
B
must understand that fighting for freedom is extremely difficult.
C
will become stronger people if they decide to fight the British.
D
must take advantage of all the freedoms they are granted.
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Read this excerpt from The Crisis, Number IV.It is distressing to see an enemy advancing into a country, but it is the only place in which we can beat them, and in which we have always beaten them, whenever they made the attempt. The nearer any disease approaches to a crisis, the nearer it is to a cure. Danger and deliverance make their advances together, and it is only the last push, in which one or the other takes the lead.How does the use of figurative language in this excerpt support Paine's message?

A
The figurative language helps readers visualize life during wartime for the colonists.
B
The figurative language helps readers understand that fighting for freedom is an urgent matter.
C
The figurative language helps readers understand the psychological effects of war on the colonists.
D
The figurative language helps readers visualize the battles of the Revolutionary War.
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Which is the best summary of The Crisis, Number IV?

A
We are very close to achieving the freedom we have sought for so long, though the struggle to achieve it has been tiresome. General Howe has great weakness as a leader.
B
Our recent battles have been very exhausting, and though victory is within reach, we will have to work very hard to achieve it. As long as we are able to ultimately gain our freedom, it does not matter if we achieve victory in one battle or in many.
C
The rewards of freedom can only be obtained through exhausting efforts. Though our recent experiences in battle may have worn down our spirit and our physical strength, remember that we have made significant advances against the British troops.
D
We will have to struggle more diligently if we wish to achieve victory and ultimately enjoy the benefits of freedom. General Howe’s army has proven itself very capable.
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Which is the best summary of the final paragraph of The Crisis, Number IV?

A
Paine asks General Howe to leave the colonies and return to Britain.
B
Paine informs General Howe that the colonists will continue to fight for independence.
C
Paine informs the colonists that they must sacrifice in order to attain freedom.
D
Paine asks the colonists to fight against General Howe and the British army.
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Read the quotation from The Crisis, Number IV.“It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the enemy in one battle, or by degrees, the consequences will be the same.”Which phrase best describes the “cause” that Paine refers to?

A
the strength to start a rebellion
B
fair treatment from the king
C
gaining control over more land
D
freedom from an oppressive government
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Read the statement.Achieving independence requires sacrifice and determination.This statement is the The Crisis, Number IV’s

A
minor premise.
B
conclusion.
C
major premise.
D
body.

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