Basic US History
Unit 1 – The Colonial Era
Make Your Own Test
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Matching
Match each of the terms with the correct definition. You will have no terms left over.
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True or False
Circle “T” if the statement is true or “F” if the statement is false. If it is false, change the
underlined section to make it true.
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Fill in the Blank
Write the correct term in the blank of each statement.
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IV.
Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer and write the letter in the space provided.
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Write a multiple-choice question or statement on a topic from this unit that is not
anywhere else on this test. Be sure to give at least three possible answers and
note the correct answer.
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V.
Essay
Use complete sentences to answer ONE of the following questions in the space provided.
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