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1. In 1823 a policy was introduced to stop new European colonization in North and South America. What was this proposal named after the president who suggested it?
2. This event took place in 1836. It is one of the best known battles in the Texas Revolution when Texas fought to become independent from Mexico. The president of Mexico launched an attack on a building defended by Texans. All of the Texan defenders were killed, but this event inspired many people to join the Texan army. What is the name of this battle?
3. In the 1830's Native Americans were forced to give up much of their land to the United States. The Indian Removal Act of 1830 was signed so that the U.S. could negotiate with Native Americans to give up their land and relocate to federal territory. What is the name of the forced relocation and movement of many Native American tribes, such as the Cherokee in 1838?
4. The California Gold Rush lasted from 1848 to 1855. It started when gold was discovered at Sutter's Mill in California. What was the name of the person who reportedly discovered this gold?
5. President Lincoln was elected in 1860. During the next two years several states seceded from the Union to form the Confederate States of America causing the Civil War to start. How many states formed the Confederacy?
6. The Civil War started in 1861 and lasted until 1865. What battle started the Civil War?
7. The Civil War ended in 1865. Five days after the Confederacy surrendered President Lincoln was assassinated. Who was his assassin?
8. Between 1865 and 1870 Congress passed three amendments to the Constitution that became known as the Civil War or Reconstruction Amendments. These amendments strengthened the rights of many Americans. Which of the following rights did these amendments NOT do?
9. Throughout America's history there have been many inventors whose inventions have improved the lives of many people. One of these inventions was the first telephone, created in 1876. Which of the following claims to have invented it?
10. There were four American presidents to be assassinated in the 98 year period of 1865 to 1963. Who was the second to be assassinated in 1881?
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