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Grade 8 History - A New Nation - Lesson 1-3 Pre Test



True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

The Articles of Confederation was America’s first governing document and it put the power of each individual state above the power of the entire union.
 

 2. 

A bicameral form of government ensured that only large, populous states would have representation in congress.
 

 3. 

The Federalists favored state’s rights over a strong central government.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 4. 

Alexander Hamilton was more likely to legislate for the benefit of
a.
wealthy business owners.
b.
farmers.
c.
merchants.
d.
soldiers.
 

 5. 

George Washington warned the nation about _________ in his farewell address.
a.
slavery
b.
the National Bank
c.
political parties
d.
the British
 



 
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