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The Peruvian-North American Abraham Lincoln School**We aren't endorsed by this school
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HIS 234O
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History
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Dec 27, 2024
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Multiple Choice Questions1What year did Maryland ratify the U.S. Constitution, becoming the seventh state?a) 1787b) 1788c) 1789d) 1790Answer:b) 17882Maryland was founded as a haven for which religious group?a) Puritansb) Quakersc) Catholicsd) BaptistsAnswer:c) Catholics3Which proprietary family was responsible for founding Maryland?a) The Penn familyb) The Calvert familyc) The Adams familyd) The Smith familyAnswer:b) The Calvert family4What was the name of the act passed in 1649 in Maryland to ensure religious tolerance for Christians?a) The Maryland Compactb) The Act of Religious Freedomc) The Maryland Toleration Actd) The Christian Rights ActAnswer:c) The Maryland Toleration Act5Which major river forms part of Maryland’s border with Virginia?a) Delaware Riverb) Potomac Riverc) Susquehanna Riverd) Hudson RiverAnswer:b) Potomac River6What was Maryland’s primary crop during the colonial period?a) Cottonb) Ricec) Tobaccod) WheatAnswer:c) Tobacco7Which historic city in Maryland served as the site of the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783?a) Annapolisb) Baltimorec) Frederickd) HagerstownAnswer:a) Annapolis8What is the name of the fort in Baltimore Harbor that inspired Francis Scott Key to write “The Star-Spangled Banner”?a) Fort Sumterb) Fort McHenryc) Fort Washingtond) Fort NecessityAnswer:b) Fort McHenry9Who was the famous African American abolitionist and UndergroundRailroad conductor born in Maryland?a) Harriet Tubmanb) Sojourner Truthc) Frederick Douglassd) Nat TurnerAnswer:a) Harriet Tubman10Which Maryland city is often referred to as the “Charm City”?a) Annapolisb) Baltimorec) Rockvilled) BethesdaAnswer:b) BaltimoreShort Answer Questions11What was the significance of the Maryland Toleration Act of 1649?Answer:It guaranteed religious freedom to Christians and was one of the first laws to ensure religious tolerance in the colonies.
12Why was Maryland’s location significant during the Civil War?Answer:Maryland was a border state with divided loyalties, and its proximity to Washington, D.C., made it strategically important for the Union.13What role did Maryland play in the War of 1812?Answer:Maryland was the site of major battles, including the defense of Fort McHenry, which inspired the U.S. national anthem.14What was the importance of the Chesapeake Bay to Maryland’s economy?Answer:The bay provided resources for fishing, trade, and transportation, supporting the state’s colonial and post-colonial economy.15Who were some notable figures from Maryland involved in the abolitionist movement?Answer:Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass, both born in Maryland, were key figures in the fight against slavery and the Underground Railroad.True or False16Maryland was named after Queen Mary, the wife of King Charles I.Answer:True17The Treaty of Paris ending the Revolutionary War was signed in Baltimore.Answer:False (It was signed in Annapolis.)18Maryland did not permit any slavery during its early history.Answer:False (Slavery was present in Maryland during the colonial period.)19Maryland shares a border with Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Delaware.Answer:True20Francis Scott Key was inspired to write “The Star-Spangled Banner” while witnessing the Battle of Fort McHenry.Answer:TrueEssay Questions21Analyze the significance of the Maryland Toleration Act in the broader context of religious freedom in colonial America.Suggested Answer Outline:Discuss its role as a precedent for religious tolerance, its impact on the colony, and its limitations.22Discuss the economic and cultural impact of the Chesapeake Bay on Maryland.Suggested Answer Outline:Highlight its importance for trade, fishing, agriculture, and early industrial development.
23Evaluate the contributions of Maryland to the American Revolutionary War.Suggested Answer Outline:Mention its role in providing troops, supplies, and hosting the Continental Congress in Annapolis.24How did Maryland's geographical location influence its role in American history?Suggested Answer Outline:Explore its position as a border state, proximity to D.C., and its critical role in both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.25Examine the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman and her contributionsto the abolitionist movement.Suggested Answer Outline:Detail her work with the Underground Railroad, her bravery, and her impact on the fight against slavery.