2.7 Salutary Neglect and Mercantilism
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What was the primary reason for the British policy of salutary neglect towards the American colonies?
The British government was too busy with other matters to enforce strict control over the colonies.
The British government needed the support of the American colonies in wars against France.
The British government wanted to encourage self-government in the colonies.
The British government considered the American colonies unimportant.
30s - Q2
How did salutary neglect impact the American colonies?
It led to increased taxation by the British government.
It resulted in the colonies becoming more dependent on Britain for protection.
It limited the colonies' ability to trade with other countries.
It allowed the colonies to develop their own political and economic systems.
30s113.20.3.A - Q3
Which of the following was a major goal of mercantilism?
To encourage competition between European countries.
To establish colonies for the benefit of the mother country.
To encourage free trade between all nations.
To promote economic equality among all nations.
30s113.20.4.A - Q4
Which of the following was a negative consequence of mercantilism for the American colonies?
Improved relationships with other European powers.
Greater political autonomy.
Increased economic opportunities.
Limited access to foreign markets.
30s113.20.4.A - Q5
How did the policy of salutary neglect impact the American colonies' ability to participate in international trade?
It encouraged the colonies to trade exclusively with Britain.
It had no impact on the colonies' ability to participate in international trade.
It limited the colonies' ability to participate in international trade.
It increased the colonies' ability to trade with other countries.
30s113.20.4.A - Q6
How did mercantilism impact European colonization?
It encouraged the spread of democracy in colonial governments
It led to the establishment of religious freedom in colonies
It promoted the exploitation of natural resources in colonies
It resulted in the eradication of indigenous cultures in colonies
30s113.20.2.A - Q7
How did mercantilism impact the relationship between the mother country and its colonies?
It resulted in equal economic and political opportunities for colonies
It fostered a strong sense of independence and autonomy in colonies
It promoted an unequal relationship with the mother country having control over the colonies
It encouraged the establishment of democratic governments in colonies
120s113.20.4.A