MCAP Grade 8 Social Studies Practice Questions - Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program Social Studies - Grade 8 Exam

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Read the excerpt below from Benjamin Franklin's remarks regarding his 1754 Albany Plan of Union: "The colonies, if united under one general government, would be able to defend themselves against the French and their Native allies much more effectively than if each colony acted alone." Which of the following best describes the main purpose of Benjamin Franklin's proposed Albany Plan of Union?

To unite the thirteen colonies under a single colonial council for defense during the French and Indian War To declare total political independence from Great Britain prior to the American Revolution To establish a unified trade agreement with Spain and Portugal for colonial exports To create a national constitution replacing British colonial charters across North America

Correct Answer:

To unite the thirteen colonies under a single colonial council for defense during the French and Indian War

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