Question

multiple choice: choose the best answer.

1. what was the main reason the colonists went to war with the british in 1775?

a. the british were taking over the colonists land.
b. the british were raising taxes on the colonists.
c. the british forced colonists to fight in a war against france.

1. what is the main purpose of the constitution of the united states?

a. to outline the laws and how leaders are chosen.
b. to declare americas independence from great britain.
c. to give the rights of american citizens.

1. how many presidential terms did george washington lead americans?

a. one
b. two
c. three

1. how many states were added to the united states under washingtons leadership?

a. one
b. two
c. three

1. on which coin is washingtons face featured?

a. penny
b. dime
c. quarter

1. what was the authors main purpose in writing this passage?

a. to persuade the reader to learn more about washington.
b. to inform the reader about george washington.
c. to entertain the reader with an interesting story about george washington.

Explanation:

Question 9

The colonists went to war with the British in 1775 (American Revolutionary War) mainly due to British taxation without representation. Option A is incorrect as land takeover wasn't the main reason. Option C is incorrect as the colonists weren't forced to fight against France (the French and Indian War was earlier, and later France allied with colonists). Option B is correct as British tax hikes (like Stamp Act, Townshend Acts) angered colonists.

The US Constitution outlines the government's structure, laws, and how leaders are chosen. Option B is the Declaration of Independence. Option C is the Bill of Rights (amendments to the Constitution). So Option A is correct.

George Washington served two presidential terms (1789 - 1797) and then retired, setting the two - term precedent (later made official by the 22nd Amendment). So Option B is correct.

Answer:

B. The British were raising taxes on the colonists.

Question 10