Question 1

The Proclamation Line of 1763 aroused the resentment of which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The Proclamation Line of 1763 restricted American colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains, which angered them as they wanted to expand into these territories.

Question 2

What 1781 event ended Spanish hopes for rapid expansion in California?

Accepted Answer

The Yuma Revolt in 1781 was a significant event that ended Spanish hopes for rapid expansion in California. The Yuma people, who were being forced to work in the Spanish missions, rebelled and killed several Spanish soldiers and missionaries. The revolt led to a long period of tension and conflict between the Yuma and the Spanish, ultimately forcing the Spanish to abandon their efforts to expand further into California.

Question 3

Neolin urged his followers to __________.

Accepted Answer

Neolin, also known as the Delaware Prophet, was a spiritual leader of the Native American tribes in the Ohio Valley region in the 18th century. He preached a message of cultural revitalization and resistance against European encroachment, urging his followers to reject European culture and return to ancient ways. Therefore, the best choice is C, "return to ancient ways."

Question 4

What rumor was confirmed by Cook's fleet?

Accepted Answer

Captain James Cook's expeditions in the late 18th century confirmed the presence of Russians in the North American fur trade, particularly in Alaska. This was significant as it indicated the expanding influence of European powers in the fur trade, a lucrative industry at the time. Cook's voyages were instrumental in mapping previously uncharted areas and in identifying the strategic and economic interests of various European nations around the world.

Question 5

What major challenge did the Spanish face after 1763?

Accepted Answer

After 1763, Spain faced the major challenge of defending its expanded American empire from European rivals, particularly the British who were expanding westward from their colonies. This led to conflicts such as the Seven Years' War and the American Revolution, which put a strain on Spain's resources and military power.

Question 6

Which of the following strengthened the position of pro-war Indian factions in the Ohio Valley and the Great Lakes region?

Accepted Answer

The Treaty of Paris ended the French and Indian War, which had weakened the position of pro-war Indian factions. The British gained control of the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes region, strengthening the position of those who wanted to continue fighting against Native American groups in these areas.

Question 7

Juan Bautista de Anza led the effort to __________.

Accepted Answer

Juan Bautista de Anza is most known for his leadership in establishing an overland route from Mexico to California in the late 18th century. He led two expeditions, the first in 1774-1776 and the second in 1779-1780, that helped colonize the region and establish Spanish settlements. While there were conflicts with the California Indians, Anza's primary focus was not to subdue them but rather to facilitate travel and settlement in the region. There is no evidence that he was involved in imposing Spanish rule on central California or fighting off British attempts to establish settlements in California.

Question 8

What did John Wilkes attack in the North Britton?

Accepted Answer

John Wilkes attacked the king's peace settlement with France in the North Briton, specifically in issue number 45. This publication criticized the Treaty of Paris (1763), which ended the Seven Years' War.

Question 9

The "Paxton Boys" __________.

Accepted Answer

The Paxton Boys were a group of vigilantes who marched on Philadelphia in 1764 to demand increased protection on the frontier from Native American attacks. They were upset with the colonial government's lack of action and took matters into their own hands, leading to the notorious Paxton massacre.

Question 10

What was the outcome of Pontiac's War?

Accepted Answer

Pontiac's War ended in a stalemate, with neither side achieving a decisive victory. The conflict led to negotiations and the British issuing the Proclamation of 1763 to stabilize relations with Native Americans.

Question 11

Spanish leaders established a token presence along the California coast in response to a perceived threat from __________.

Accepted Answer

Spanish leaders established a token presence along the California coast in response to a perceived threat from Russia, which was expanding its territorial claims in Alaska and along the Pacific Northwest.

Question 12

The Proclamation Line of 1763 __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The Proclamation Line of 1763 __________.
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Question 13

Why did Carlos III expel the Jesuits from the Spanish realm in 1767?

Accepted Answer

Carlos III expelled the Jesuits from the Spanish realm primarily because they opposed administrative reforms in the colonies. The Jesuits were seen as too powerful and autonomous, which threatened the centralized control the Bourbon reforms aimed to establish.

Question 14

Pontiac's Uprising threatened __________ outposts in the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes region.

Accepted Answer

Pontiac's Uprising was a rebellion against British rule in the Great Lakes region and Ohio Valley. Therefore, it threatened British outposts, making option C (British) the correct choice.

Question 15

__________ helped establish the initial Spanish outpost at San Diego Bay.

Accepted Answer

Junípero Serra was a Franciscan friar who played a key role in the Spanish colonization of California, including the establishment of missions, one of which was in the area of San Diego Bay.

Question 16

Vitus Bering __________.

Accepted Answer

Vitus Bering is known for leading expeditions that proved that Asia and North America were not connected, which helped verify the existence of the Bering Sea and Strait. He did not claim Mexico for Russia or drive the English out of their base at Anchorage, Alaska. While he did die on an expedition, he died on an island off the coast of Russia after his crew mutinied, not in Hawaii.

Question 17

What was the primary objective of Russian policies and actions in Alaska?

Accepted Answer

The primary objective of Russian policies and actions in Alaska was to gain access to furs, such as sea otter, which were highly valuable in the fur trade industry. This helped to fuel the economy of the Russian Empire and generate revenue for the government. While establishing a strategic outpost and converting local peoples to Christianity may have been secondary objectives, they were not the primary focus of Russian policies and actions in Alaska. Creating new Russian farm communities was not a significant objective as the environment and climate in Alaska did not lend itself well to agriculture.

Question 18

With which of the following would Pontiac have most likely agreed?

Accepted Answer

Pontiac was a Native American chief who led a rebellion against British settlers in North America in 1763. He recognized the threat of the encroaching white settlers and saw the need for Native American tribes to unite against a common enemy. Therefore, he would most likely have agreed with the statement that Indian peoples faced a common enemy in white settlers.

Question 19

What prompted Juan Bautista de Anza's 1774 expedition through the Southwest?

Accepted Answer

The challenge of supplying Spanish settlers in California prompted Juan Bautista de Anza's 1774 expedition through the Southwest. He was tasked with finding a safer and more efficient way to transport supplies and settlers to California.

Question 20

James Cook's expeditions __________.

Accepted Answer

James Cook's expeditions ranged from the Arctic Circle to Antarctica, exploring and mapping many parts of the Pacific Ocean and Australia. Although he did search for a Northwest Passage, he did not prove that it existed. While his voyages did lead to some trade with Japan, they did not result in significant trade relations. Cook's voyages did bring England into the Australian fur trade, but not the North American fur trade.

Quiz 6: The Limits of Imperial Control, 1763-1775