APUSH mercantilism and salutary neglect practice questions
This study set includes practice questions on mercantilism and salutary neglect in U.S. history, focusing on key concepts, events, and figures relevant to the APUSH curriculum.
Quiz(32 questions)
1. What does mercantilism emphasize as the primary goal of economic policy?
Terms in this Study Set(32)
Mercantilism Basics(16)
What is mercantilism?
An economic theory emphasizing government regulation of a nation's economy to enhance state power. Focuses on accumulating wealth through trade and colonialism.
Key principle of mercantilism?
A nation's strength depends on its wealth, primarily measured in gold and silver.
True or False: Mercantilism promotes free trade.
False. Mercantilism restricts free trade to benefit the mother country and control colonial economies.
Mercantilism encourages what main activity?
Exporting more than importing to achieve a favorable balance of trade.
List two benefits of mercantilism.
- Economic growth for the mother country - Development of colonial markets
How did mercantilism affect colonies?
Colonies existed to provide raw materials and serve as markets for the mother country’s manufactured goods.
Criticism of mercantilism?
Limits consumer choice, stifles competition, and promotes monopolies.
Mercantilism vs. Capitalism: Key difference?
Mercantilism relies on government control; capitalism promotes individual ownership and market regulation.
Fill in the blank: Mercantilism often leads to _______.
Colonial exploitation and economic dependency.
What did mercantilism prioritize for countries?
National security through economic self-sufficiency and colonial dominance.
Example of mercantilist policy?
Navigation Acts enforced by Britain to control colonial trade routes.
How did mercantilism influence colonial economies?
Colonial economies were structured to benefit the mother country, often leading to restrictions on local manufacturing.
True or False: Mercantilism benefits the colonies equally.
False. It primarily benefits the mother country at the expense of colonial economies.
What is a favorable balance of trade?
When a country exports more than it imports, boosting national wealth and power.
What role did gold and silver play in mercantilism?
They were seen as the ultimate measure of wealth and economic power.
Mercantilism led to increased _______.
Competition among European powers for colonies and resources.
Salutary Neglect(16)
What is salutary neglect?
A British policy of relaxed enforcement of regulations in the colonies, allowing them to self-govern.
Impact of salutary neglect on colonial governance?
Encouraged colonial self-rule and autonomy - led to resistance against British control.
True or False: Salutary neglect strengthened British authority.
False - It weakened British control and encouraged independence.
Example of salutary neglect.
Colonial assemblies made local laws without interference from Britain.
Fill in the blank: Salutary neglect lasted from ____ to ____.
1700 to 1763.
Cause of salutary neglect?
British focus on European conflicts, especially the War of Spanish Succession.
Salutary neglect vs. mercantilism: key difference?
Salutary neglect allows autonomy; mercantilism enforces strict trade regulations.
What event ended salutary neglect?
The French and Indian War, leading to stricter British control.
Effects of salutary neglect on colonial economy?
Allowed trade with non-British entities - increased economic independence.
How did salutary neglect affect colonial identity?
Colonists began to see themselves as separate from British subjects.
What was the colonial response to ending salutary neglect?
Increased calls for independence and resistance to British policies.
True or False: Salutary neglect promoted the growth of colonial economies.
True - It allowed for more freedom in trade and commerce.
Salutary neglect and self-governance: connection?
Colonial assemblies gained power, leading residents to value local governance.
What laws were often ignored due to salutary neglect?
Navigation Acts and trade restrictions were frequently unenforced.
Fill in the blank: The term 'salutary neglect' was coined by _____.
British statesman Edmund Burke.
Effects of salutary neglect on future American revolution?
Fostered a spirit of independence, making revolution more likely.
Questions in this Study Set(32)
1. What does mercantilism emphasize as the primary goal of economic policy?
2. What was the primary reason for the British policy of salutary neglect?
3. Which statement best describes the principle of a favorable balance of trade?
4. Which of the following best describes the outcome of salutary neglect for the American colonies?
5. True or False: Mercantilism encourages free market competition.
6. True or False: Salutary neglect contributed to the development of a distinct American identity.
7. Which of the following best illustrates the mercantilist view of colonies?
8. Fill in the blank: Salutary neglect is best characterized as a policy of ____ enforcement of colonial laws.
9. Which of the following is NOT a criticism of mercantilism?
10. What was one major consequence of the end of salutary neglect?
11. What economic theory contrasts with mercantilism, emphasizing individual ownership?
12. Which of the following acts were often ignored due to salutary neglect?
13. How did mercantilist policies like the Navigation Acts affect colonial economies?
14. Who coined the term 'salutary neglect'?
15. What is the ultimate measure of wealth in a mercantilist economy?
16. How did salutary neglect influence colonial economic practices?
17. Which best describes the economic relationship between mercantilist countries and their colonies?
18. Which event marked the end of salutary neglect?
19. True or False: Mercantilist policies generally benefit both the colonies and the mother country equally.
20. True or False: Salutary neglect was beneficial for the colonial economies.
21. What was a key demand of mercantilism regarding exports and imports?
22. Which of the following was NOT an effect of salutary neglect?
23. Which of the following is an example of a mercantilist policy?
24. What was a direct colonial response to the end of salutary neglect?
25. What impact did mercantilism have on European competition?
26. Which colonial assembly decision exemplified self-governance during the period of salutary neglect?
27. Fill in the blank: Mercantilism often led to _______ of colonies by the mother country.
28. What was the attitude of colonists towards British authority during the period of salutary neglect?
29. Which economic theory is primarily focused on accumulating wealth through trade and colonialism?
30. Which of the following values was promoted by salutary neglect?
31. What was a significant outcome of mercantilist policies in the context of colonialism?
32. Which of the following accurately reflects the impact of salutary neglect on colonial governance?
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