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| 75 United States History Regents Review Questions Use your review book and other sources to answers these questions. Knowing the answers will be an excellent start in preparing for the Regents examination 248.42 Kb. 1 | read |
| Revolutionary War to Civil War Unit 1 Study Guide Why did Colonial farmers like paper money?- because it lost value, making it easier to repay 16.98 Kb. 1 | read |
| Study Guide short Answer Answer each question with three or four sentences What was the role of the colonies in the British mercantilist system after the 1650s? 365.48 Kb. 5 | read |
| How does this relate to your topic table for each topic. Does this relate to my topic? Yes no how? Directions: As your classmates are going through each topic, answer the questions they have written for you (if applicable) and fill out the How does this relate to your topic table for each topic 88.66 Kb. 1 | read |
| Period 3 (1754-1800): Multiple Choice Exam During the 1780s, which of the following was the most widespread crop cultivated by slaves in North America? 87.69 Kb. 1 | read |
| One condition which all 17th century European colonies in the Americas shared was 143.26 Kb. 1 | read |
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| Read and annotate this handout North America. In response to unfair taxation and other issues, the colonists revolted against British rule, formed their own army 12.88 Kb. 1 | read |
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