History

Which of the following best describes the effect of the Black Death on capitalism? Port cities, mostly spared from the plague, flourished. With significant deaths among the upper class, their wealth was dispersed to the serfs. With fewer serfs to support lords, serfs were able to demand more money, eventually buying their freedom and move into towns. Money was spent to improve sanitation, creating new trades for townspeople.

With fewer serfs to support lords, serfs were able to demand more money, eventually buying their freedom and move into towns. The serfs could buy their freedom and move off the manor into towns. Combined with the effects of exploration, the creation of the merchant class would soon follow.

Which of the following types of maps shows a detailed and accurate graphic representation of natural features of the ground? political thematic topographic meteorological

topographic A topographic map displays, in large detail, the natural features of the ground. In general, the purpose of topographic maps is to convey the relief, or elevation changes, in a particular area using contour lines.

Which of the following is least important to the development and shaping of cultures? the geography of the region types of accents interactions of people and ideals traditions written and passed down through history

types of accents Accents can be an expression of culture, but have little impact on shaping it.

Word Processing Software

used to create documents; used for planning, drafting, editing, revising, and publishing written work Word, Google Docs

Confirmation Bias

when a person seeks to confirm what he already knows, without consideration to evidence which might be contrary

Framing Bias

when an author presents, or frames, an issue that affects the way the reader perceives it

Negativity Bias

when the focus of a piece focuses only, or predominantly, on the negative aspects without regard to positive aspects

A second-grade teacher is planning a unit and wants to address the state standard that "the student understands multiple points of view and how they shaped historical research." Which of the following would best address this standard? A Compare various primary and secondary sources about a single notable event B Take a field trip to a local museum C Identify various cultures within the community and what makes those particular cultures distinct D Assign students to research the history of an important local landmark

A Compare various primary and secondary sources about a single notable event Comparing various primary and secondary sources will give the student multiple points of view, across a wide range of time periods, for a particular event. This is a great strategy to introduce students to multiple points of view.

Ms. Michaels wants to ensure that her sixth-grade social studies assessments are written in a way to best show true student mastery of the content. Which of the following should Ms. Michaels do to make her assessments as fair and representative of true learning as possible? A Evaluate included examples to ensure that they are culturally accessible to all students. B Attempt to use below grade-level vocabulary to make the questions more clear. C Occasionally include unexpected written instructions like, "only answer the odd question," to train students to carefully read the instructions every time. D Repeat the same testing format for each assessment to minimize confusion.

A Evaluate included examples to ensure that they are culturally accessible to all students. This is an important aspect of creating a quality assessment.

Mrs. Adams is beginning instruction on WWII in her history class. How could the English teacher best support this instruction by connecting their two disciplines? A Use Night, a Holocaust memoir, as the text for their upcoming genre study of memoirs. B It is unreasonable for Mrs. Adams to expect the English teacher to accommodate the social studies learning goals. C Ask Mrs. Adams to create grammar lessons, embedding WWII facts, for use in the English class. D Ask Mrs. Adams for a lesson that she may not have time to fit into her class schedule.

A Use Night, a Holocaust memoir, as the text for their upcoming genre study of memoirs. Using Night to fulfill the English standards is good way for the English class to provide further context for the information being taught in the social studies class about WWII.

A social studies teacher is requiring her students to choose one topic from their current unit that they would like to learn more about. The topic must be something mentioned in their textbook or class notes that they would like to research further. Which of the following technological tools will be most important for the completion of this assignment? A a search engine B presentation software C a spreadsheet D a word processor

A a search engine This is the best answer because it is likely that students will need the internet to engage in research beyond the information already presented in their notes and textbook. A search engine will prevent students from being limited to just the printed resources in their school library.

Mr. Everett is having his students research a historical figure and present their research to the class in a ten-minute oral presentation. Which of the following resources would be the best primary resources to begin with? A an autobiography B a biography C a textbook D a current newspaper

A an autobiography An autobiographical study is work done in the author's own words and is a primary source. This is the best starting point as the student will be exposed to the closest source for events in the figure's life.

Which of the following would be classified as a secondary source? A an encyclopedia article on the Battle of the Coral Sea B a diary written by Martha Washington C a photograph of Abraham Lincoln D a campaign speech given by Lyndon Johnson in 1960

A an encyclopedia article on the Battle of the Coral Sea An encyclopedia article on a battle - such as the Battle of the Coral Sea - is an example of a secondary source, something that builds on information from primary sources.

Which of the following is not one of the 8 essential knowledge and skills identified in the TEKS for social studies instruction? A anthropology B economics C culture D citizenship

A anthropology While there may be some standards that related to anthropology, it is not listed as one of the 8 essential knowledge and skills identified in the TEKS for social studies instruction.

Which of the following would be the most beneficial way to assess students' understanding of the similarities and differences between the US Constitution and the Articles of Confederation? A asking students to complete a Venn diagram on the functions of each document B asking students to complete a KWL chart about each document C asking students to find three sources that explain the powers granted by each document D asking students to debate which document is more effective

A asking students to complete a Venn diagram on the functions of each document Because the assessment hinges on the skill of comparing and contrasting the functions of the two documents, a Venn diagram would be the most appropriate format for this assessment.

A third-grade teacher is discussing cultural differences with her students. Which of the following instructional activities demonstrates an effective use of technology within this unit? A conducting a virtual call in which students can ask questions to a third-grade class in another country B having students work in groups using collaborative software to create their own country, complete with a flag, holidays, and traditions C asking students to read about different cultures online and present their findings to the class D having students watch a video in which a teacher discusses some cultural differences

A conducting a virtual call in which students can ask questions to a third-grade class in another country In this case, technology enhances the lesson, as it presents students with a learning opportunity that would not be possible without the use of technology.

Which of the following terms should a teacher use in a lesson introducing the concept of market economies? A law of supply B traditional economy C price control D interdependence of economies

A law of supply Supply and demand are essential concepts to the understanding of market economies.

Which type of map is most likely to show and label mountain ranges as well as bodies of water? A physical B thematic C political D topographic

A physical A physical map depicts the major land formations and bodies of water.

A sixth-grade geography teacher has introduced a unit on South America. For one assignment in the unit she asks students to choose a cultural element like art, music, or literature from the area for research. Following the research, she asks the class to write a paragraph explaining how they think the environment may have influenced their researched topics. Why does the teacher ask this question at the end? A to provide an opportunity for students to think critically about their research B to increase student ownership of learning by offering choices C to demonstrate how research will be a useful skill for answering questions in their own life D to evaluate whether the student completed a sufficient amount of research on their topic

A to provide an opportunity for students to think critically about their research Social studies skills are particularly important in ensuring that students become critically-thinking lifelong learners, capable of researching and evaluating the answers to their questions. This activity helps them go a step beyond just collecting information, to considering how different ideas in the unit relate to one another.

K-W-L Chart

A graphic organizer used throughout a unit that shows what students know (K), want to know (W), and learned (L)

Physical Map

A map that depicts the major land formations and bodies of water. US map showing major mountains, rivers and the Great Lakes

Use the population pyramid shown below to answer the following question. Constrictive pyramid shape According to the population pyramid shown, over the next few decades, the represented country can expect to: A. have more people retiring than entering the workforce B. have an increased demand for child care C. experience a population boom D. experience economic expansion

A. The declining birth rates represented by the smaller lines near the bottom of the chart show that over the next few decades, as the people represented in the middle and near the top continue to age and retire, there will not be enough younger people to replace them in the workforce. This is an example of a constrictive pyramid.

Project-Based Learning (PBL) Activity

Activity in which students create a solution or investigation in response to a problem

Formative Assessments

Assessment for learning. Usually mid-instruction assessment with the purpose of assessing student progress and informing the teacher so instruction can be altered as needed. graphic organizers, games

Summative Assessments

Assessment of learning. Given at specific points in time in order to determine what students know and don't know. Summative assessments are generally formal. State assessments, district benchmarks, semester or six weeks tests, and end of unit or chapter

A social studies teacher wants to address the social studies theme of time, continuity, and change. Which of the following questions for a sixth-grade elementary class would be most appropriate to address this theme? A Why is oil expensive? B Why did the demand for oil increase with the mass production of the automobile? C What are the geographic characteristics of the majority of oil fields within the United States? D What two states have the largest production of oil?

B Why did the demand for oil increase with the mass production of the automobile? The question by the teacher requires an understanding of time and change. This answer requires students to assess the change in the demand for oil over a time period and how an event in time (mass production of the automobile) dramatically changed the demand for oil.

A second-grade teacher is beginning a unit on citizenship. Which of the following would be the most appropriate resource to use during this unit? A copies of the text of the Fourteenth Amendment B a local official as a guest speaker C a picture book about public service jobs D a documentary about voting rights

B a local official as a guest speaker This would be a developmentally appropriate resource to use in a second-grade classroom. The guest speaker would have personal experience with citizenship and could answer questions about the city or state in which the students live. This would be engaging and informativ

A fifth-grade teacher is planning a lesson to explore the different dwelling structures used by Indigenous populations throughout history. She begins by reading an informational article that includes images of the structures with the students. Which of the following would best reinforce student understanding of this concept? A ranking the structures based on which students think look the best B creating models of the different structures using craft materials C viewing a slideshow of pictures of the different types of dwellings D reading a text that describes the processes involved in creating each dwelling type

B creating models of the different structures using craft materials This is the best option because it is a tactile activity that can reinforce the visual and auditory aspects that have already occurred in the lesson.

Technology is best utilized in the classroom when it can accomplish which of the following? A allows students to complete their homework more quickly B enhances the learning objective C decreases the time the teacher must spend on instruction D decreases the cost to the school district

B enhances the learning objective Technology is best used to enhance the learning objective of the lesson.

Which of the following is a primary source that would support student understanding of the Spanish-American War? A a definition of the term "American imperialism" B excerpts from the Treaty of Paris C the section in a textbook explaining the impact of the sinking of the USS Maine D a summary of America's goals in the conflict

B excerpts from the Treaty of Paris A primary source is a firsthand account of an event or an artifact from the period. The Treaty of Paris was written during the Spanish-American War by those involved in finding a resolution, making it an appropriate primary source for this lesson.

A KWL chart would most likely be used for what kind of assessments? Select all answers that apply. A formal assessment B informal assessment C project-based learning assessment D formative assessment

B informal assessment The KWL chart can be used to informally assess student learning before instruction by observing what they write in the "know" column, and after instruction by observing what they include in the "learned" column. D formative assessment A teacher could use a KWL (what I Know, what I Want to know, what I Learned) chart as an introduction to a unit to assess both students' prior knowledge of a topic and their understanding of an introductory activity. This could help inform the teacher's lessons throughout the unit, making it an appropriate formative assessment.

A map that primarily shows the area of and borders between each country, national capitals, and major cities is which type of map? A thematic B political C topographic D physical

B political A political map shows political distinctions and features such as borders, the area claimed by each country, and major cities.

A climate map differs from other maps in that it includes which of the following data? A location of natural resources B temperature C political boundaries D elevation

B temperature Temperature and climate are both typically shown on a climate map, and are differentiated by color.

Sociology, psychology, and political science all have which common feature at their core? A the study of market forces B the study of individuals and their decisions C the study of biological forces shaping society D the study of language development

B the study of individuals and their decisions Individuals, the decisions they make, and the reasons behind those decisions are fundamental to most branches of the social sciences.

Mr. Mathers is teaching his class about the Louisiana Purchase. What social science should Mr. Mathers connect to this history lesson in order to best explain the importance of the Louisiana Purchase to the United States? A Sociology B Economics C Geography D Anthropology

C Geography A geography lesson focused on the Gulf of Mexico, specifically the port of New Orleans and its importance to shipping, would provide context for why the United States wanted to purchase the land.

A sixth-grade teacher is preparing a unit about the effects of the Second Industrial Revolution. Which of the following would NOT be an appropriate resource to use with this unit? A an article summarizing the Progressive Era B a textbook chapter about the expansion of the railroad C an essay about the end of slavery in the United States D a diary entry depicting tenement life

C an essay about the end of slavery in the United States While this occurred at roughly the same time, the end of slavery was not an effect of the Second Industrial Revolution.

During social studies instruction, elementary students will often encounter new, unfamiliar words. There are many ways the teacher can support student vocabulary development. Which of the following is the LEAST effective way to support student understanding of new vocabulary? A preview new words before beginning an assigned reading B asking students to sketch a visual representation of the definition of new words C provide dictionaries for student use during class D provide direct instruction on the use of context clues to infer word meaning

C provide dictionaries for student use during class Providing dictionaries, without specific expectations or structured vocabulary instruction, would be the least effective way to support vocabulary development in an early elementary social studies class.

Who was the first European to explore the land of Texas and establish a relationship with Native American tribes in Texas? Cabeza de Vaca Alonso Alvarez de Pineda Francisco Vasquez de Coronado Marcos de Niza

Cabeza de Vaca Cabeza de Vaca was the first European explorer to explore more than just the coast of Texas. He was a member of the Narvaez expedition, which was shipwrecked in the Gulf and all but four members died. Cabeza explored Texas for many years and became well-known among the tribes as a healer.

A second-grade teacher is planning a unit and wants to address the state standard that "the student understands multiple points of view and how they shaped historical research." Which of the following would best address this standard? Compare various primary and secondary sources about a single notable event Take a field trip to a local museum Identify various cultures within the community and what makes those particular cultures distinct Assign students to research the history of an important local landmark

Compare various primary and secondary sources about a single notable event Comparing various primary and secondary sources will give the student multiple points of view, across a wide range of time periods, for a particular event. This is a great strategy to introduce students to multiple points of view.

A kindergarten teacher is teaching his students about geography and the physical and human characteristics of places. His objective is to teach students to identify how the human characteristics of place, such as ways of earning a living, shelter, clothing, food, and activities are based upon geographic location. How could he use technology to enhance the lesson? A. Having students use the Internet to research different jobs that are common in their community. B. Having the students watch a short video clip showing houses in different locations, including igloos, cave homes, and stilt houses. C. Asking students to respond to multiple-choice questions about geography on an interactive website. D. Having students design attire for people living in different geographical locations, using a tablet.

Correct Answer: B. A video clip showing houses from around the world would be an effective way for students to see how geography affects shelter and way of life. This uses technology in a beneficial way to enhance the lesson. Option A does not do much to enhance the lesson, as it's focused only on the students' community and not different geographical locations. This would not help students to grasp the big picture. Option C does not enhance the lesson, as this can be done with pen and paper, rather than online. It is also an assessment, and the scenario does not indicate that the students are in that phase of the instructional cycle. Option D is a fun activity, but using a tablet to design the clothing is no more effective than using classroom art supplies.

Which of the following would be the most effective assignment to assess a student's ability to analyze the digging of the Erie Canal on the development of the Midwest and New York? Prepare a report on the first European exploration of New York and the Great Lakes Create a cause-and-effect flow chart about the Erie Canal. Trace a map and label the waterways that the Erie Canal joined Participate in a play about the life on a ship in the 19th century

Create a cause-and-effect flow chart about the Erie Canal This is the best answer because the student must assess the causes of the Erie Canal and the effect, or impact, of the Erie Canal. Because the Erie Canal connects the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, the impact of the Erie Canal on the Midwest is substantial.

A social studies teacher asks her students to research the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Their initial question was "What happened on the Lewis and Clark Expedition?" After doing background research their question is now "What new things might Lewis and Clark have encountered when they first explored the terrain?" Of the following, which would be the best next step in the research process? A Checkout the Encyclopedia Americana B Go online and checkout the web C Read about it in the textbook D Locate the journals of Lewis and Clark

D Locate the journals of Lewis and Clark The use of an autobiography would be the best option as it is the most reliable firsthand account of a situation.

An sixth-grade history teacher hands out the following excerpt to her students. Which statement most accurately describes the use of this excerpt? "We conclude that, in the field of public education, the doctrine of 'separate but equal' has no place. Separate educational facilities are inherently unequal. Therefore, we hold that the plaintiffs and others similarly situated for whom the actions have been brought are, by reason of the segregation complained of, deprived of the equal protection of the laws guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment." — Earl Warren, Chief Justice of the US Supreme Court A Providing a secondary source will help students understand the historical background of the Dred Scott v. Sanford Supreme Court decision. B Providing a secondary source will help students understand the historical background of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. C Providing a primary source document helps students understand the context of the Dred Scott v. Sanford Supreme Court decision. D Providing a primary source document helps students understand the context of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision.

D Providing a primary source document helps students understand the context of the Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision. This is an excerpt from the decision in the Brown V. Board case, which was written by Chief Justice Earl Warren. This case overturned Plessy v. Ferguson, which had created the "separate but equal" guideline for racial segregation.

When a student has formed an initial question for a research topic, which of the following would be the most appropriate next step? A Begin writing a paper or creating a presentation B Present any conclusions drawn in a presentation or paper C Draw conclusions about the best answer to the initial question D Research what others have found and written about the initial question

D Research what others have found and written about the initial question This is the best step after forming an initial question because a student can find what else has been written on the topic.

If a student were trying to learn general geographic and economic information about a particular country, which of the following would be the most efficient and reliable tool? A an interactive map B interviewing a person who has visited the country C a world history e-textbook D a digital encyclopedia

D a digital encyclopedia In an encyclopedia, you can expect to find general things like geography information, population, broad historical overview, and major economic sectors of the country.

Which of the following would be the most appropriate primary document to use during a lesson teaching fifth-graders about the historical importance of the Declaration of Independence? A a developmentally-appropriate biography of Benjamin Franklin B a documentary about John Hancock C a textbook chapter about the Declaration of Independence D a projected image of the original Declaration of Independence

D a projected image of the original Declaration of Independence An image of the Declaration of Independence would be a primary source document because it shows the document as it was at the time. Students could view this document and its style as a way to build a frame of reference for how long ago it was written and understand that it is a real, concrete document. For example, students could see the sizes and styles of the signatures and make inferences about each signer.

What skill is covered at all levels of social studies instruction, according to the TEKS? A how geography impacts life B the concept of chronology C individual responsibility D critical thinking

D critical thinking Critical thinking is taught in various ways and at varying levels throughout all Socials Studies instruction.

A third-grade teacher is planning a lesson to help students understand how the environment impacts human settlement patterns. Which of the following topics would best serve this goal? A the role of civic responsibility in a society B identification of the five regions of the United States C the ways that scarcity impacts trade in an economy D the historical and modern use of waterways for transportation

D the historical and modern use of waterways for transportation One way that the environment can impact settlement patterns is the importance of access to water. In this case, the focus is on using waterways for transportation, which can incorporate migration, trade, and other forms of interaction between groups.

Thematic Map

Depicts a particular special topic in an area Electoral map showing voter turnout and results

Topographic Map

Depicts changes in elevation using contour lines, such as mountains and valleys A map of the ocean floor

Climate Map

Depicts changes in temperature based on region Weather forecast

Political Map

Depicts the boundaries of countries and the locations of major cities Map of Texas showing Houston, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio

Economic Map / Resource Map

Depicts the distribution of resources A map showing oil production of different states

Backward Design / Planning

Lesson planning that begins with the desired outcome in mind

How did the U.S. annexation of Texas lead to the Mexican-American War? Texas invaded Mexico and asked for U.S. assistance. The U.S. used Texas as a launching pad for an invasion of Mexico. Mexico did not recognize Texas as an independent state. Santa Anna invaded Texas in hopes of taking land from the U.S.

Mexico did not recognize Texas as an independent state. Mexico interpreted the United States' annexation of Texas as an insult towards Mexico's sovereignty. Mexico felt the U.S. was stealing its property. This sentiment led Mexico to invade Texas, thus starting the Mexican-American War.

Informal Assessments

More flexible than formal assessments and can be adjusted to fit the situation and particular needs of the student being tested observations during a lesson

Which of the following is thought to be the first Mesoamerican civilization? Teotihuacán Toltec Olmec Mayan

Olmec The Olmec civilization was the first Mesoamerican civilization.

Which canal creates a water route from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean? Erie Canal Panama Canal Suez Canal Kiel Canal

Panama Canal The Panama Canal is in Central America. It connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, greatly reducing travel time.

Bias

Prejudiced feelings, outlook, or leanings for or against a particular person, race, ethnicity, age, or group, often without taking others' opinions into consideration. assuming all English language learners are less intelligent than native English speakers

A sixth-grade student is researching the Civil War and has read two conflicting secondary sources about the motivations of Abraham Lincoln in issuing the Emancipation Proclamation. He asks the teacher how he can find which secondary source is most accurate in the matter. Which of the following responses by the teacher would be most appropriate? - Identifying which book has a larger bibliography as a means of deciding which book is more accurate - Urging the student to look at online reviews of the book to find which one is more accurate - Suggesting to the student to read the primary sources quoted by the secondary sources so the student can draw an independent conclusion - The teacher should tell the student which book is more accurate

Suggesting to the student to read the primary sources quoted by the secondary sources so the student can draw an independent conclusion This is the best answer. If a student has two conflicting reports and motivations, reading the primary sources of the secondary sources will provide detail and allow the student to deduce their own conclusions.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Bill of Rights? to correct errors in the original drafting of the Constitution to provide additional protections to individuals to guarantee women the right to vote to place limits on the rights of the states

The Bill of Rights is made up of the first ten amendments to the Constitution. Of these, the first nine guarantee additional protections for individuals that are not stated elsewhere in the Constitution.

Which TWO of the following compose the legislative branch of the United States? Select all answers that apply. The Supreme Court The House of Representatives The Senate The White House staff

The House of Representatives The Senate and the House of Representatives make up the legislative branch of the United States. The Senate The Senate and the House of Representatives make up the legislative branch of the United States.

Which of the following describes a significant shift in the Texas economy in the early 1900s that still impacts the state today? Demand for seafood from the Gulf increased from northern states. The development of the railroad decreased the demand for Texas cattle. Wheat production dropped in other parts of the country increasing reliance on Texas production. The Spindletop oil derrick attracted investors and speculators to Texas.

The Spindletop oil derrick attracted investors and speculators to Texas. The oil derrick Spindletop began producing over 100,000 barrels of oil a day, overnight becoming the most productive oil derrick in the world. Investors and speculators from across the country flocked to Texas, bringing money and jobs.

A teacher plans an activity to introduce her class to the terms "market economy," "invisible hand," and "private property." Which of the following best describes the topic that the teacher is preparing to teach? A) economics B) capitalism C) communism D) socialism

The best answer is Choice B because all three words are components of the capitalist economic system. Choice A is not the best answer because economics is the more broad subject that the lesson falls under, but not the specific concept that all of the words have in common. Choice C is incorrect because a communist political system does not rely on a market economy or the invisible hand, and neither facilitates private ownership. Choice D is also incorrect because the government controls the distribution of resources in a socialist political system, not relying on a market economy or invisible hand.

A first-grade teacher is planning a history lesson to address the following state learning objective: The student will understand how to organize and use information acquired from valid sources. Which of the following activities best addresses this objective? A) create a timeline representing important events in the students' own lives B) make a list of important people that they already know about from history C) look at pictures from history and compare the lives of people then to our lives now D) listen to an audio recording of a presidential address

The best answer is Choice C because the students are viewing a historical source and using the information they learned from the source to develop an understanding of the time period. Choices A and B are not correct because they do not require the students to use any historical sources to complete the activity. Choice D is incorrect because the students listen to a historical source, but are not required to organize or use the information in any way.

Which of the following is true of the Texas Constitution? The constitution gives only limited powers to the state government. The constitution has never been amended. The constitution bars the payment of federal income tax. The constitution does not include a Bill of Rights.

The constitution gives only limited powers to the state government. The powers of the Texas state government are highly limited by the constitution. This is a common practice among former confederate states.

The period between 5th century and 13th century CE in Europe is known as The Dark Ages. Which of the following best describes why this period is known as The Dark Ages? Disease was prevalent and there was a high infant mortality rate. The people spent most of their time in the work of the manor house. The nobles were always looking for a good cause to fight. The culture experienced a deterioration.

The culture experienced a deterioration. The Dark Ages refers to Medieval Europe from the 6th century to 13th century. The term refers to the cultural deterioration of Europe between the fall of the Western Roman Empire and the Renaissance. Characteristics of the Dark Ages include a lack of literature creation, written history, architectural innovation, and general cultural achievements.

What was the purpose and outcome of the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848? The purpose of this convention was to provide women the right to run for public office. The outcome was including this clause in the Bill of Rights. The purpose of the Seneca Falls Convention was for women to gain the right to vote. The outcome was the right for all women to vote, which was passed in Congress. The purpose of this convention was to remind Americans of women's contributions in the struggle for independence. The outcome was a bill in congress that was passed to honor women for this purpose. The purpose of the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848 was to call attention to the grievances of women. The outcome of the convention was the "Declaration of Sentiments and Resolution."

The purpose of the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848 was to call attention to the grievances of women. The outcome of the convention was the "Declaration of Sentiments and Resolution." The purpose of the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848, the first women's rights convention, was to call attention to women's grievances about being deprived of social, civil, and religious rights. The outcome of the convention was the "Declaration of Sentiments and Resolution" (sometimes called the "Declaration of Sentiments"), which demanded equal social status and legal rights for women, including the right to vote, and is considered to be the beginning of the Women's Suffrage Movement.

Secondary Source

These resources are used to interpret the primary sources in order to determine their validity. They are written about the primary sources. a textbook explaining a battle

What political factor distinguished Egypt from other civilizations of the Fertile Crescent? They had a strong central government led by a family of kings. They learned how to organize workers to build temples. They gave their women the right to own property. They had a religious system in which the gods provided protection against nature.

They had a strong central government led by a family of kings. The rulers of ancient Egypt were pharaohs and were the leaders of a strong centralized government. The benefit of the dynastic rule of the pharaohs is that it provided political stability to the region and allowed resources to be devoted to arts and sciences, instead of war. The rule of the pharaohs was typically transferred from father to son.

Which of the following best describes the importance of a primary source? They help students read about the event in common, everyday language They help researchers gain first-hand accounts and insights into a situation and allow researchers to draw conclusions based on the account Primary sources provide valuable first-hand accounts and insights. They provide objective views of events after the date under study. They provide students with concrete facts from which to draw logical conclusions

They provide objective views of events after the date under study. Primary sources provide valuable first-hand accounts and insights. These sources will often not be objective because they are written by someone involved in the historical event.

Which of the following is the best example of a tariff? a $5,000 tax credit for firms researching solar battery cells a 20% tax on imported cane sugar a $50,000 subsidy to corn farmers in Iowa a 15% tax on year-end investment income

a 20% tax on imported cane sugar A tariff is a tax on products imported or exported from a country. This is a good example of a tariff.

The United States is classified as which form of government? a democratic republic a direct democracy an autocracy a monarchy

a democratic republic The United States is a democratic republic, which means citizens from cities and states elect officials to represent them at the state and federal level.

Bloom's Taxonomy

a hierarchy of levels of knowledge; each level has associated verbs teachers can use to start questions "identify" is at a lower level than "argue" because it requires a lower level of thinking

Biography

a non-fiction text that an author writes about a different person's life

Autobiography

a non-fiction text that an author writes about their own life

Formal Assessments

a usually post-instruction assessment with the purpose of assessing student knowledge, retention, and application. Often involve the use of a standardized rubric or scoring guide based on several criteria. chapter tests, semester tests

California experienced a significant drought from 2012-2015. Many almond farmers began planting crops that required less water to grow. This action is an example of: the benefits of reliance on renewable resources. market pressures on farming. adapting to environmental changes. settlement patterns impacting the environment.

adapting to environmental changes. The change in crop choice is an example of farmers adapting to the change in the environment.

Credibility

an evaluation of whether information is true or trustworthy

Collaboration Software

applications designed for multiple users to share and work on files and documents together

Learning Objectives

the specific skill or knowledge that the student is expected to master in a lesson The students will be able to appropriately use a question mark.

The following is an excerpt from a speech delivered by Frederick Douglass to the International Council of Women in Washington, D.C., April 1888 on the topic of Women's Suffrage. All good causes are mutually helpful. The benefits accruing from this movement for the equal rights of woman are not confined or limited to woman only. They will be shared by every effort to promote the progress and welfare of mankind everywhere and in all ages. It was an example and a prophecy of what can be accomplished against strongly opposing forces, against time—hallowed abuses, against deeply entrenched error, against worldwide usage, and against the settled judgment of mankind, by a few earnest women, clad only in the panoply of truth, and determined to live and die in what they considered a righteous cause. Based on the opinions expressed in this excerpt, which of the following would Frederick Douglass likely have supported? internment of Japanese Americans during WWII closing the gender wage gap banning interracial marriages vetoing the Voting Rights Act

closing the gender wage gap Frederick Douglass was an abolitionist and prominent supporter of women's rights. This passage is about equal rights and how "progress" for one group of people means progress for all people. We can assume Douglass would believe that everyone should be paid the same amount, no matter their gender or race and ethnicity.

The first transcontinental railroad was completed in 1869, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and enabling people and goods to move quickly across the continent. This is best described as an example of innovation's impact on: politics. the economy. geography. distance.

distance. The transcontinental railroad enabled goods and people to move across the country more quickly and for lower costs, shrinking the impact of distance.

Which of the following was not a result of Spain's early exploration of the Americas? the spread of Christianity the domination and subjugation of Mesoamerican empires increased wealth for the Spanish monarchy and Spanish explorers identification of more efficient trade routes to Asia

identification of more efficient trade routes to Asia Early Spanish explorers did hope to find a better route to Asia for the purposes of trade, but they did not find one despite Christopher Columbus thinking he had arrived in Asia when he had actually found the Caribbean.

Which of the following are best defined as rights that are possessed by all individuals, regardless of place, time, or government jurisdiction? divine rights natural rights property rights Miranda rights

natural rights Natural rights are seen as belonging to an individual with no requirement. They are traditionally seen as life, liberty, and property (or the pursuit of happiness). Natural rights, like natural law, extend beyond culture, society, or time period.

Billy is saving to buy a new phone. Billy's friends invite him to go to dinner and a movie. He wants to go, but decides that saving his money for a new phone is more important. Billy's choice best demonstrates which of the following? opportunity cost supply and demand comparative advantage scarcity of resources

opportunity cost Opportunity cost is the concept that the cost of an activity is not the monetary loss a person receives, but rather what their time and efforts could otherwise have been dedicated to.

Chronology

organizing historical events by when they occurred and determining accurate dates

Japan and Germany, although being badly damaged in World War II, have since grown to be among the strongest economies in the world. All of the following have attributed to their growth, except: oversupply of exports from decreased consumerism. strong corporations in the automotive and technology industries. receiving military and financial support from other countries. decreasing unemployment rates matched with increased wages.

oversupply of exports from decreased consumerism. Consumerism actually increased due to the promise of post-war economic stability.

Which of the following types of maps shows borders of countries? A political B meteorological C thematic D topographic

political Political maps show the boundaries and locations of countries, states, cities, towns, counties, municipalities, etc. The purpose of political maps is to show man-made political boundaries in a particular area.

The formal name of the United States of America denotes which type of region? climate language religious political

political The name of the United States of America denotes a political region that is under the governing of the United States government. Within the United States of America there are many languages, religions, and climates.

In a sixth-grade classroom, two students argue over the use of a single glue stick. Which economic principle does this best provide a teachable moment for? opportunity cost scarcity mercantilism free trade

scarcity Scarcity refers to the limitation of resources in a given scenario. In this case, the glue stick is a limited resource.

Which of the following was the primary cause of prehistoric human migration? need to escape persecution search for suitable water sources search for better socio-economic opportunity desire for military advantages

search for suitable water sources The need for suitable water and food resources was the primary driver of prehistoric human migration.

Inquiry-Based Teaching / Student-Centered Learning

students drive instruction by asking questions and creating projects to answer the questions

Primary Source

the "first hand" eye-witness accounts of an event a letter written by George Washington about a battle he fought in

Which of the following constitutional amendments allowed for women's suffrage? the First Amendment the Nineteenth Amendment the Seventeenth Amendment the Thirteenth Amendment

the Nineteenth Amendment The Nineteenth Amendment granted women the right to vote, known as women's suffrage.

Which of the following can be identified as a world-wide impact of World War II? the strengthening of the German monarchy increased European control over colonies in Africa the founding of the League of Nations the decolonization of Africa and Asia

the decolonization of Africa and Asia As the post-war global community became more nationalistic, one country after another began fighting for autonomy and representation in the United Nations through colonial revolts, resulting in a reduction of European colonies in Africa and Asia.

Which of the following geographic features most likely contributed to the lack of cultural consistency and political unity among the Greek city-states? diverse economic resources resulting in city-states specializing in one production area competition among fisherman at seaports the mountainous terrain of Greece importance of kinship bonds in Greek culture

the mountainous terrain of Greece The mountainous terrain encouraged each Greek city to be self-contained and isolated from other cities, because communication and trade with other city-states was so difficult, due to the mountains dividing the cities. The isolation of cities led to a diverging of cultures as each city developed its own politics and societal norms. Geographic areas tend to have similar cultures because trade and travel are so prevalent between areas, such as the common cultural characteristics in the United States. The lack of trade and travel in ancient Greece, caused by the mountainous terrain, resulted in each city-state having a unique political structure and varying societal norms.

In economics, the "opportunity cost" of a choice refers to the cost of: utility lost by not pursuing another option. the next-best forgone activity. the sum of all forgone opportunities. monetary loss resulting from an action.

the next-best forgone activity. Opportunity cost is the concept that the cost of an activity is not the monetary loss a person receives, but rather what could their time and efforts have otherwise been spent on.