Question

1. before 1763, most american colonists settled near the atlantic coast and rivers because

a) port cities could be more easily defended in times of war
b) valleys were less fertile
c) english colonists were only allowed to settle in these locations
d) navigable water offered easier access to trade and employment

1. during the colonial period, which geographic feature presented the greatest barrier to the westward migration of american settlers?

a) great plains
b) ohio river
c) appalachian mountains
d) rocky mountains

1. which action by the british government was considered by american colonists to be a violation of their rights as englishman?

a) taxing the colonies without representation in parliament
b) failing to enforce the navigation acts
c) protecting the colonies from foreign invasion
d) making treaties with native american indians

1. the proclamation of 1763 was issued by great britain after the french and indian war primarily to

a) limit conflict between native american indians and colonial settlers
b) promote colonial settlement beyond the appalachian mountains
c) force french settlers to leave british territory
d) encouraged colonial economic ties with france

Explanation:

1. Navigable waterways were crucial for trade and economic opportunities, drawing settlers.
2. The Appalachian Mountains were a significant natural barrier impeding west - ward migration during the colonial era.
3. Taxing the colonies without representation in Parliament violated the colonists' perceived rights as Englishmen.
4. The Proclamation of 1763 aimed to limit conflict between Native Americans and colonial settlers by restricting westward settlement.

Answer:

1. d) navigable water offered easier access to trade and employment
2. c) Appalachian Mountains
3. a) taxing the colonies without representation in Parliament
4. a) limit conflict between Native American Indians and colonial settlers