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CLEP US History I

Category - Politics

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The original criteria for creating elevating the status of American territory to statehood was outlined in the:
  1. Treaty of Ghent
  2. Northwest Ordinance
  3. Treaty of Paris
  4. Gentleman's Agreement
  5. Constitution
Explanation
Answer: B - The Northwest Ordinances defined the rules for statehood. These acts were one of the few accomplishments of the government under the Articles of the Confederation. Prior to these acts, established states were claiming territory in the hopes of expanding their power and influence. After the Northwest Ordinances, all American territory was to be divided into states.
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