M-STEP REVIEW FOR SS Flashcards
What is the definition of ‘government’?
A system or group of people governing an organized community, often a state.
True or False: A democracy is a form of government where citizens have the power to make decisions.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the supreme law of the land in the United States.
Constitution
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Multiple Choice: What is the main role of the Legislative branch?
To make laws
What is the term for a system of government in which power is divided between a central government and regional governments?
Federalism
True or False: The Bill of Rights consists of the first ten amendments to the Constitution.
True
Who is known as the ‘Father of Our Country’?
George Washington
Fill in the blank: A _____ is a person who is a member of a country and has rights and responsibilities.
Citizen
What is the purpose of checks and balances in government?
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful.
Multiple Choice: Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
What is an election?
A formal decision-making process by which a population chooses an individual to hold public office.
True or False: The President is part of the Judicial branch.
False
What is the role of the Executive branch?
To enforce and carry out laws.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the highest court in the United States.
Supreme Court
What does the term ‘civil rights’ refer to?
The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
Multiple Choice: Who has the power to declare war?
Congress
What is a veto?
The power of the President to reject a bill passed by Congress.
True or False: The United States has a unitary system of government.
False
What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence?
It declared the American colonies’ independence from British rule.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the document that outlines the framework of the U.S. government.
Constitution
What is a political party?
An organized group of people who share similar political beliefs and work to influence government policy.
Multiple Choice: Which amendment granted women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
What is the main function of the Judicial branch?
To interpret laws and administer justice.
True or False: The Senate is part of the Legislative branch.
True
What does ‘suffrage’ mean?
The right to vote in political elections.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the legislative body of the United States.
Congress
What is a bill?
A proposed law that is presented for debate and approval.
What is a primary source?
A primary source is an original document or firsthand account created during the time being studied.
True or False: A secondary source interprets or analyzes primary sources.
True
Fill in the blank: Artifacts are objects made or used by _____ .
humans
What is the main focus of archaeology?
The study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, structures, and other physical remains.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a secondary source? A) Diary B) Newspaper article C) Letter D) Photograph
B) Newspaper article
What does the term ‘culture’ refer to?
The social behavior, norms, beliefs, and practices of a particular group of people.
True or False: Civilizations are always advanced societies with writing systems.
False
What is one characteristic of a civilization?
The presence of a centralized government or political structure.
Fill in the blank: Exploration involves traveling to _____ places to discover new information.
unknown
What is the difference between a primary source and a secondary source?
A primary source provides direct evidence, while a secondary source offers interpretation or analysis of primary sources.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of artifact? A) Tools B) Pottery C) Paintings D) Books
D) Books
What role does archaeology play in understanding history?
It helps uncover and interpret material remains of past human activities.
True or False: All artifacts are equally valuable for historical research.
False
Fill in the blank: The study of ancient cultures often involves examining their _____ .
artifacts
What is a civilization’s impact on culture?
Civilizations shape and influence cultural practices, beliefs, and values.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary source? A) Biography B) Interview C) History textbook D) Review article
B) Interview
What is the significance of exploring new territories in history?
It leads to the discovery of new resources, cultures, and knowledge, often altering existing societies.
True or False: Artifacts can include both physical objects and digital records.
True
What is one method used by archaeologists to date artifacts?
Radiocarbon dating.
Fill in the blank: The study of history is often divided into _____ and _____ sources.
primary; secondary
What does the term ‘historical context’ refer to?
The circumstances or conditions in which historical events occur.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes ‘civilization’? A) A random collection of people B) A complex society with organized institutions C) A temporary settlement D) A group of nomadic tribes
B) A complex society with organized institutions
What is the primary purpose of using primary sources in research?
To provide direct evidence and insight into the past.
True or False: Artifacts can only be physical objects.
False
Fill in the blank: The exploration of ancient ruins can provide insight into _____ life.
past
What is one challenge faced by historians when using secondary sources?
Potential bias or inaccuracies in the interpretation of primary sources.
What is colonization?
The process of establishing control over a foreign territory and its people.
True or False: Independence refers to a country’s freedom from external control.
True
Fill in the blank: The American Revolution was primarily fought for _________.
independence from British rule
What continent is known for having the most countries?
Africa
Which country was the first to gain independence from British rule in the Americas?
United States
What is a map?
A visual representation of an area showing geographical features.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a continent? A) Asia B) Africa C) Brazil D) Europe
C) Brazil
Define a state in the context of geography.
A defined territory with its own government and political structure.
What does a globe represent?
A three-dimensional representation of Earth.
True or False: A city is larger than a country.
False
Fill in the blank: The Treaty of Paris (1783) ended the _________.
American Revolutionary War
What is the significance of the year 1776 in American history?
It marks the year the Declaration of Independence was adopted.
Multiple Choice: Which revolution is associated with the phrase ‘No taxation without representation’? A) French Revolution B) American Revolution C) Industrial Revolution D) Russian Revolution
B) American Revolution
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
True or False: Geography only studies physical landforms.
False
Fill in the blank: The _________ was a major factor in the colonization of Africa.
Scramble for Africa
What is the primary purpose of a political map?
To show governmental boundaries and the locations of major cities.
What is a colony?
A territory governed by a foreign power.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following countries was NOT a colonial power? A) Spain B) Germany C) Japan D) Brazil
D) Brazil
What is the main difference between a country and a state?
A country is a broader concept that can include multiple states.
True or False: Independence movements can occur within a single country.
True
Fill in the blank: The _________ War was fought between the North and South in the United States.
Civil
What is an empire?
A group of nations or territories ruled by a single supreme authority.
Name one major factor that led to the decolonization of Asia after World War II.
Nationalist movements
What is the significance of the map scale?
It indicates the relationship between distances on the map and actual distances on the ground.
Multiple Choice: Which continent is known for its diverse cultures and languages? A) Antarctica B) Asia C) Australia D) Europe
B) Asia
What are the two main types of landforms?
Mountains and plains.
True or False: Climate refers only to short-term weather conditions.
False.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is a key factor that influences the types of natural resources available in an area.
climate.
What are natural resources?
Materials or substances occurring in nature which can be exploited for economic gain.
What is the primary economic activity associated with landforms like mountains?
Mining.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of economic good? A) Consumer goods B) Capital goods C) Natural disasters
C) Natural disasters.
What is the difference between needs and wants?
Needs are essential for survival, while wants are desired items that improve quality of life.
True or False: Services are tangible products.
False.
What is trade?
The act of buying, selling, or exchanging goods and services between people or entities.
Fill in the blank: Money serves as a _____ for trade.
medium of exchange.
What are jobs?
Positions of employment where individuals perform tasks in exchange for payment.
Multiple Choice: Which factor does NOT affect climate? A) Latitude B) Altitude C) Population density
C) Population density.
What role does climate play in determining agricultural production?
Climate affects the types of crops that can be grown and the productivity of farming.
True or False: Goods can be both tangible and intangible.
False.
What is an example of a renewable natural resource?
Solar energy.
Fill in the blank: Economic _____ refers to the allocation of resources to satisfy needs and wants.
systems.
What is the primary function of money in an economy?
To facilitate trade by acting as a medium of exchange.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a service? A) Bread B) Haircut C) Car
B) Haircut.
What is the impact of geography on trade?
Geography can determine trade routes, accessibility to resources, and market locations.
True or False: All jobs require advanced education.
False.
What is an example of a non-renewable natural resource?
Coal.
Fill in the blank: The availability of _____ can influence economic growth in a region.
natural resources.
What is the term for the study of how people use resources to satisfy their needs and wants?
Economics.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a primary need? A) Luxury car B) Clean water C) Designer clothes
B) Clean water.
What is the relationship between supply and demand in economics?
Supply is the amount of a product available, while demand is the desire for that product; they influence each other.
What was the Columbian Exchange?
The Columbian Exchange was the widespread transfer of plants, animals, culture, human populations, technology, and ideas between the Americas and the Old World following Christopher Columbus’s voyages.
True or False: The Columbian Exchange had only positive effects on both the Old World and New World.
False. The Columbian Exchange had both positive and negative effects, including the spread of diseases.
Name one crop that was introduced to Europe from the Americas during the Columbian Exchange.
Potatoes.
What was the main purpose of the Constitutional Convention of 1787?
To address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and create a stronger federal government.
Fill in the blank: The Constitutional Convention took place in _____ in 1787.
Philadelphia
Which document emerged from the Constitutional Convention?
The United States Constitution.
True or False: The French and Indian War was fought between the British and French empires, with Native American allies.
True.
What was the primary cause of the French and Indian War?
Competition for territory and resources in North America.
What treaty ended the French and Indian War?
The Treaty of Paris (1763).
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a result of the Treaty of Paris (1763)? A) French control of Canada B) British control of Florida C) Spain gaining Louisiana D) All of the above
B) British control of Florida.
What was the significance of the Treaty of Paris (1763) for Britain?
It marked the end of French colonial power in North America and established Britain as the dominant colonial power.
True or False: The American Revolution was primarily driven by a desire for independence from British rule.
True.
What year did the American Revolution officially begin?
1775.
Fill in the blank: The first shots of the American Revolution were fired at _____ in 1775.
Lexington and Concord.
What was the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
To declare the colonies’ independence from British rule and outline the principles of individual rights.
Multiple Choice: Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence? A) George Washington B) Thomas Jefferson C) John Adams D) Benjamin Franklin
B) Thomas Jefferson.
What did the Treaty of Paris (1783) accomplish?
It officially ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized American independence.
True or False: The American Revolution resulted in immediate equality for all citizens.
False. The revolution did not result in equal rights for all, as many groups remained disenfranchised.
What is one long-term impact of the Columbian Exchange on global history?
It significantly altered diets, economies, and populations worldwide.
What major event did the Constitutional Convention lead to in 1789?
The ratification of the United States Constitution and the establishment of the federal government.
Fill in the blank: The French and Indian War was part of a larger conflict known as the _____ War.
Seven Years.
What role did Native Americans play in the French and Indian War?
They allied with both the French and British, influencing the war’s outcome.
What was a key weakness of the Articles of Confederation that the Constitutional Convention aimed to address?
The lack of a strong central government and the inability to levy taxes.
True or False: The American Revolution was solely a military conflict.
False. It was also a social and ideological revolution.
