C121 Tasks 1–5 Bundle: Survey of U.S. History – Complete Question Bank with Verified Answers (WGU, 2026–2027 Edition)

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Colonial America and the American Revolution (Questions 1–30)

1. Which colony was founded primarily for religious freedom?

A. Virginia
B. Massachusetts Bay
C. Pennsylvania
D. Georgia

Answer: C




2. The Mayflower Compact (1620) is significant because it:

A. Ended slavery
B. Established self-government principles
C. Created the Constitution
D. Declared independence

Answer: B

, 3. What was the primary purpose of the Jamestown settlement?

A. Religious freedom
B. Trade with France
C. Economic profit
D. Military defense

Answer: C




4. Mercantilism was based on the belief that:

A. Wealth came from agricultural production only
B. Colonies should benefit economically from the mother country
C. Free trade benefits all nations equally
D. Government should not regulate trade

Answer: B




5. The French and Indian War resulted in:

A. American independence
B. Increased British debt and taxation of colonies
C. Abolition of slavery
D. Expansion of Spanish territory

Answer: B