1. Essay Questions Test 1 Prepare for all of the questions. two will appear on the Exam

2. Although people of English origin settled both New England and the Chesapeake region, by 1700 the regions had evolved into two distinct societies. Why did this development occur? Which single action between 1763 and 1776 was the most damaging to British-colonial relations? Defend your choice.

3. Compare and contrast the views and actions of Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton while they were members of President Washington's cabinet. “ Since the Treaty of Ghent addressed none of the issues for which the U.S. had fought, the War of 1812 has no positive consequences for the American nation.” Assess the validity of this statement.