"Here it is," Josh said, handing out the exam, "the last time you have to remember US history for the year." He smiled. "It's been a pleasure teaching all of you. I look forward to seeing you back next year. Except for you seniors--because if you're back, that means you've flunked this test and that would be bad."

1. Columbus. Why was he such a big deal? If you were finding a new land, what would you do differently?

2. The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Prove to me that you know what they are.

3. 1215, 1492, 1607, 1776, 1861, 1945, 2001. Why are these years important to know? And no, one of them is not the year I was born.

4. Based on what you learned in class this semester, who do you think was the most influential President of the United States?

5. We've talked about many, many battles. Pick one, prove to me you were paying attention.

EC: If I were to say that the overarching theme of American history is "it seemed like a good idea at the time," would you agree or disagree? Why?

[OOC: Answer the questions or handwavey me an idea of how your character did. Entirely up to you!