Social Studies 240 Quizes

The settlers of Jamestown Colony came to the New World seeking ______, while those who came later and settled at Plymouth were in search of ______.

economic prosperity; religious freedom The settlers at Jamestown came to form an economic enterprise, while those who came to Plymouth came primarily to find a place they could freely practice their faith.

Technology is best utilized in the classroom when it can accomplish which of the following?

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

What is the most important consequence of the European crusades that sought to reclaim the Holy Lands in the name of Christendom?

established trade with Asia The Crusades led to an established trade with Europe and Asia. This trade led to the knowledge of Ancient Greece and Rome to be reintroduced to Europe through Arab traders, igniting the Renaissance and Age of Exploration.

The major issue for the Mexican-American War was:

the disputes over the location of the border between the U.S. and Mexico. After the Texas Revolution of 1836, Texas declared itself independent of Mexico and was recognized as a sovereign country by the United States and several European countries. However, the Mexican government never formally acknowledged Texas's independence. In 1845, the United States annexed Texas into the Union. The annexation upset Mexico because they felt Texas was still a Mexican state. The result of the disagreement was the Mexican-American War in 1846. The end of the war resulted in the Mexican government agreeing that the border between Mexico and the U.S. was the Rio Grande.

Which of the following is the most important question to ask of students when using a website as a research resource?

Is the author of the material reliable? This is the most important question because if the author is unreliable, then the remainder of the questions is irrelevant because the material cannot be trusted.

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 had which of the following effects?

It outlawed discrimination by public accommodations (theaters, hotels, restaurants, etc.). The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is considered an important legislative accomplishment. The purpose of the Act was to end discriminatory practices by businesses and public services towards African Americans. It encouraged desegregation of schools. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibited racial discrimination and Title IV encouraged the end of segregation.

Which of the following geographic factors contributed to Italy's prosperity during the Crusades?

Italy's central location between Europe and the Middle East lead to much of the trade between the two passing through Italy. Italy is centrally located between Europe and the Middle East, making it an important part of trade between the two. Italy's geographic access to naval routes provided the ability to establish trade between their ports and Middle Eastern ports. The naval routes between Italian ports and Middle Eastern Ports were an important part of trade between Europe and the Middle East.

The religions of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity can all trace their founding to the Middle East. Of the following, which city holds the most historical importance for all three religions?

Jerusalem

Which of the following sets of European explorers were primarily focused on finding a westward route to Asia?

John Cabot, Henry Hudson, and Christopher Columbus John Cabot was searching for a westward way to get to Asia. Henry Hudson was searching for an ice-free passage to Asia. Christopher Columbus was searching for a sea route to Asia by sailing west.

The information above can best help a student identify which of the following?

Life expectancy in a country If population average increases as the ages get younger, then the life expectancy will decrease as the ages get older. Since Argentina has the highest population percentage above 65 and the lowest population percentage under 15, then Argentina has a population that is living to an older age and thus, is expected to live longer.

Which pairing best describes the purpose for the establishment of that colony?

New Amsterdam New Amsterdam was established with the goal of becoming a major area of business and trade.

Which amendment can be attributed to the success of the Women's Rights Movement?

19th Amendment The 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote, which was a main goal of the Women's Rights Movement.

Which of the following geographic factors favored the development of Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, and China?

All four civilizations were located along the banks of major rivers.

The timeline above best supports which of the following conclusions?

Ancient Romans valued public health. This is the best answer option. The list above includes a variety of public health initiatives. While the healthcare system may not be advanced as ours today, the actions described above support a high value on public healthcare.

Who was the first European to explore the land of Texas and establish a relationship with Native American tribes in Texas?

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.

Which of the following Native American tribes was located in the southeastern United States and is believed to have had no centralized government?

Cherokee The Cherokee were located in southeastern United States and had no central government.

During a presentation on the branches of government, a group of students state that "the executive branch is responsible for interpreting the laws created by the legislative branch." Based on this statement, which of the following feedback would be most appropriate for the teacher to provide?

Clarify the powers of the executive and judicial branches The executive branch is responsible for enforcing the laws created by the legislative branch. The judicial branch is responsible for interpreting the laws created by the legislative branch.

Which of the following nomadic Native American tribes utilized European horses in their buffalo hunting and during military activities?

Comanche Comanche Indians were known as fierce warriors who mastered the use of horses during battle and while hunting. They were a nomadic tribe that relied mainly on buffalo hunts and foraging for food and sustenance.

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 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.

Which of the following is considered the beginning of the Scientific Revolution?

Copernicus putting forth the idea that the universe was heliocentric When Copernicus wrote in his book On the Revolutions of the Heavenly Spheres that the universe was heliocentric, or sun-centered, rather than geocentric (Earth-centered), he sparked a new interest in science that is now considered the beginning of the Scientific Revolution.

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?

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.

Spain's desire to cultivate a thriving colony in the land of Texas resulted in which of the following?

Establishment of an immigration policy where "empresarios" would be given land in exchange for recruiting settlers to immigrate to Texas Spain's desire to increase the Spanish population in Texas led Spain to create a lucrative immigration system. Settlers would be given hundreds of acres of land and Spanish citizenship simply for relocating to Texas. This led to many Europeans and Americans migrating to Texas to get their own land.

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?

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

In what ways does farming lead to specific cultural development of a community?

Farming increases food supplies enough to allow families to settle into permanent villages and develop relationships and traditions within their village. Since adequate food production required less farmers, many people were free to dedicate their time elsewhere and develop other skills.

Who invested in the first voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1492?

Ferdinand and Isabella Ferdinand and Isabella funded Columbus' first voyage to the Americas.

Ms. Paulson is introducing the concept of being a responsible member of society to her first-grade students. One example she provides the class is how pollution in other parts of the world is also a problem for us here, emphasizing wind patterns, global debates, and how decisions we make where we live could also impact people very far from us. Why is this not a good way to introduce this topic?

For young students, information should be taught in concrete terms and with context that they can understand. Young students think in mostly concrete terms and grow to understand the world in a more symbolic, figurative way. Because of these early stages in development, young students will best understand concepts when framed in a context that they understand. For example, in teaching about society and being a productive member of society, it would be best framed in discussing a student's place within their family, school, and neighborhood.

Using the information above, which of the following conclusions can be made using the data above?

Foreign-born citizens were better represented in large cities than small towns. This is the best answer option. Foreign-born citizens had the largest representation in larger cities, because the ratio of native-born citizens to foreign-born was almost 2:1. Whereas in towns of less than 2,500 the ratio was almost 12:1.

When a student is beginning a research project, which of the following is the most appropriate first step?

Form an initial question about a research topic This is the best first step. Focusing the research question or topic will help to eliminate time lost on the irrelevant information, and help give direction to the study.

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?

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.

World War I ended with unresolved issues that are believed to have eventually led to WWII. Which of the following are included in this list?

Germany believed the Treaty of Versailles treated them unfairly. While it is true that Germany felt they were treated unfairly, it is also true that the countries remained bitter towards each other. Many countries remained bitter and untrusting of each other after the war. Germany felt they were treated unfairly and many countries remained untrusting of each other after the war.

Which of the following flags never flew over Texas?

Great Britain The country of Great Britain never laid claim to the lands in Texas.

Which of the following did the Columbian Exchange bring from Europe to the Native Americans in Texas?

Horses Horses were brought from Europe to the Americas.

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?

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.

Which President is commonly considered the architect of the Great Society?

Lyndon Johnson Lyndon Johnson promoted the legislation that would be deemed "The Great Society." The legislation created domestic programs with two goals: the elimination of poverty and the end of racial injustice. Major aspects of the legislation would be the creation of Medicare and Medicaid and the expansion of welfare programs.

Which of the following tribes were located in North America?

Mohicans- The Mohicans were located in northeastern North America, around the Hudson River. Iroquois- The Iroquois were originally located in upstate New York, but eventually were spread throughout the northeastern US and eastern Canada. Cherokee- The Cherokee were located in the southeastern United States.

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the photograph above?

Most of the world's population lives in the Northern Hemisphere. The lights generally represent where humans are living. Almost all the lights are shown in the northern half of the world, which would encompass the Northern Hemisphere.

Which northern city experienced the largest population (by number) increase of African Americans from 1910-1930?

New York City This question is asking for the largest population increase. New York City experienced a population increase of 235,997 because in 1910 there were 91,709 African-Americans in the city and in 1930 there were 327,706. This number is higher than any other total population of African-Americans and is the largest population increase.

Which of the following is thought to be the first Mesoamerican civilization?

Olmec The Olmec civilization was the first Mesoamerican civilization.

When teaching the students about the three branches of the government and checks and balances, which of the following would be the best way to make this information relatable to the students?

Organize a simulation with students playing roles within the different branches, and passing legislation. A simulation would be engaging for students and let them experience the process of passing laws and governing.

Ms. Fullmore intends to use a primary source document to introduce a new unit to her sixth-grade class. The text contains some challenging vocabulary. Which of the following would be the best approach to ensure her sixth-graders are able to comprehend the text?

Plan a lesson focused on using context clues to determine word meaning, prior to reading the text. Introduce and define unfamiliar vocabulary with the students before beginning the text.

When a student has formed an initial question for a research topic, which of the following would be the most appropriate next step?

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.

Which former governor of Texas also served as the President of the Republic of Texas?

Sam Houston Sam Houston was a political and military leader and fought for Texas independence in the Texas Revolution. Houston was elected president of the independent nation in 1836. After the state was annexed into the United States, Houston first served as a senator before being elected governor in 1859.

Which of the following nations first colonized most of the western United States?

Spain Most of the western US was settled by Spain and the cultural legacy from this occupation lasts through today.

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?

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.

Mr. Thompson is assigning his class a research project and is able to provide computer access to students throughout the process. Which of the following is the LEAST effective way to incorporate technology into the research project?

Teach a lesson on using research databases and require that all sources come from the one database provided by the librarian. Part of the role of the teacher in this lesson is to train students on how to evaluate sources. Limiting the research to one source will effectively remove the responsibility of evaluating sources form students. Instead, the teacher could require varied sources and teach the students to evaluate the sources for reliability and bias.

Which of the following battles marked the beginning of the Texas Revolution?

The Battle of Gonzales in 1835 The Texas Revolution began at the Battle of Gonzales in 1835.

Mr. Jones provides the political cartoon seen here to his students to analyze. What conclusion is he aiming for his students to form?

The Europeans spread diseases to the Native Americans while trading for goods. During the Columbian Exchange, the Native Americans were exposed to diseases from the Europeans, wiping out large populations.

Which of the following European powers first settled Manhattan, New York?

The Netherlands The Netherlands (sometimes called Holland or the Dutch) purchased the island of Manhattan from the local Indians and established a trading port in 1613. New York was originally called "New Amsterdam."

Which of the following contributed to the continued spread and power of the Catholic Church long after the fall of Rome?

The Pope offered stability during the transition following the fall of Rome. Charlemagne forced conversion to Christianity when conquering western and central Europe.

Which of the following is a reason that the United States emerged as the world industrial leader after World War I?

The US had not experienced domestic fighting and destruction as countries in Europe had. While other countries needed to spend money on rebuilding, the US was able to focus on production and manufacturing.

Standardized assessment exams for social studies will often require students to interpret multiple viewpoints of a topic from various authors. Which of the following skills should a social studies teacher promote to develop this skill?

The ability to compare and contrast literature excerpts This is the best option because students will have to read various excerpts from authors and decide how they are similar and different, and then apply the excerpts to a specific situation.

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?

The culture experienced a deterioration.

Which of the following series of events most clearly demonstrates the concept of cause and effect in history?

The fall of the Berlin Wall helped hasten the fall of communism in Russia. In this statement, the fall of the Berlin Wall is given as a cause with the direct effect of influencing the fall of communism in Russia.

Based on the information illustrated, which of the following conclusions can be reached?

The largest importer of African slaves was the Caribbean countries. According to the chart, the Caribbean Islands imported 40% of the slaves, the largest percentage of any area.

Which of the following best describes the importance of a primary source?

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.

The ancient cities of London, Rome, and Alexandria all share what common feature that encouraged settlement and urban growth?

They were served by navigable river systems. All three were served by large river systems, which allow for easy navigation, transport, and trade.

Which of the following factors best explains the power of the Catholic Church in the Middle Ages?

Those who disapproved of Church doctrine were excommunicated.

Once a student has thoroughly researched a subject topic, which of the following would be the most appropriate next step?

To form a conclusion and present the conclusion in a written paper or formal presentation This is the best answer because at the end of research, it is best for a student to compile their findings for presenting to the teacher and class.

Which of the following describes how the Crusades led to the Renaissance?

Trade with Asia was stimulated by Crusaders bringing back Asian goods. As more goods were brought back, the nobles of Europe began to demand more Asian goods. Merchants began establishing trade routes to fulfill the demand and, along with Asian goods, brought back literature from ancient Greece and Rome that had been preserved by Byzantine and Arabic scholars.

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?

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.

Given the map above, which of the following conclusions is best supported?

West African kingdoms built upon the success of previous kingdoms. This is the only answer choice that is best supported by the map above. Each successive kingdom becomes larger and larger, while maintaining the land of previous kingdoms. This strongly implies each kingdom was able to build upon the success of the latter.

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?

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 sixth-grade teacher is planning a lesson on the Constitution. Which of the following would be the most appropriate primary source to use when presenting the lesson?

a copy of the Constitution A copy of the Constitution would be the best primary source in a lesson about the Constitution.

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 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 were direct effects of the Scientific Revolution?

a renewed focus on deductive reasoning and the use of evidence diminished belief in the Church

Which of the following would be the best graphic to demonstrate the relationship between temperature and elevation?

a scatterplot A scatterplot plots data on the X and Y axis to examine the relationship between the two sets of variables.

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 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?

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?

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.

The Columbian Exchange resulted in:

an increase in dietary choices in both Europe and the Americas. This is the best answer because new crops were brought from America to Europe, and vice-versa. This allowed farmers to grow a wider variety of crops, resulting in an increase in dietary choices.

Which of the following is not one of the 8 essential knowledge and skills identified in the TEKS for social studies instruction?

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.

In studying cause and effect in history, which of the following factors is the most important in determining the subsequent effect of one event on another?

chronology Chronology is generally considered the key aspect of cause and effect, as it establishes a sequence of events that can help to determine how some events influence others.B. While factors of location may have an impact on the cause-and-effect process of history, chronology is generally considered the key aspect of cause and effect, as it establishes a sequence of events that can help to determine how some events influence others.

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?

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.

What skill is covered at all levels of social studies instruction, according to the TEKS?

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

Which of the following best describes the primary goal of the first French explorers of North America?

discover a western sea route to trade with Asia Jacques Cartier was the first Frenchman to explore North America. He was sent in 1534, by commission of the French king, to find a western passage to the lucrative markets of Asia. A secondary goal of Cartier, and subsequent French explorers, was establishing land claims for France. Eventually the land claims proved to be profitable and the hope of finding a western passage was discarded. As more French explorers claimed North American land and established forts for France, French missionaries and adventurers migrated to the New World to convert Indians and capitalize on the emerging lucrative fur trade.

Which of the following was not a result of Spain's early exploration of the Americas?

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.

In what way did the Silk Road play a role in ending the Dark Ages, leading to the Renaissance?

increased the exchange of both goods and ideas between regions

Mrs. Sims wants to demonstrate to her students how the price of gasoline has increased over time. Which of the following graphs would best help Mrs. Sims visually demonstrate this concept?

line graph Line graphs are great ways to show change over time. In this graph, the y-axis would be the cost the x-axis would be time.

The English desire for colonies in the Americas was directly influenced by:

mercantilism and the creation of joint-stock companies. Mercantilism was an economic philosophy that measured a nation's wealth by the amount of gold it owned. In response to this philosophy, nations wanted to export more and import less (exports bring gold in, imports send gold out of the country). Nations began investing in colonies to diversify their resource production in order to maximize exports and minimize imports.

Mr. Parretto wants to encourage his students to identify bias in the media. He presents the class with the following excerpt from the school newspaper: The school board made the decision on Thursday night to cut the library's media budget. The budget cuts will affect the library's ability to purchase new audio/visual equipment and could result in a reduction of hours for student workers. One student worker was quoted saying, "The budget cut will hurt students trying to make money after school. I don't know where else I can find a job." The judgment was pronounced Thursday night in a vote of 7-2. The budget cuts to the library are expected to prevent further cuts to athletic departments. Which of the following best identifies the form of bias in the newspaper article?

negativity bias Negativity bias occurs when the focus of a piece focuses only, or predominantly, on the negative aspects without regard to positive aspects. The excerpt focuses only on the negative aspects of the budget cuts and barely mentions that it was to save the athletic department. The article does not mention how students with saved after-school programs feel about the budget cuts.

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. Consumerism actually increased due to the promise of post-war economic stability.

Which of the following best describes the dwellings of the Caddo tribe?

permanent homes made of wood frames and mud walls Members of the Caddo tribe lived in permanent homes made of wood frames and mud walls.

Which of the following is the greatest contributing factor to the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 4th century?

pressure on the northern frontiers by Germanic tribes and the decline of central authority

During social studies instructions, 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?

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 a social studies class.

Which of the following best describes the Hopi tribe?

resided in compact villages called pueblos The Hopi tribe were peaceful people who lived in villages called pueblos.

Which of the following best describes the predominant characteristic in which the first civilizations in the Fertile Crescent and Asia emerged?

river valleys that contained abundant fertile soil and freshwater The two most important factors of survival are water and food. Cities must be able to provide both in abundance for a large urban population. Founding cities by fresh water and fertile soil allows the residents of those cities to get sufficient water and food easily.

Which of the following led directly to the relocation of large numbers of Africans to the United States in the 18th and 19th centuries?

slavery The vast majority of Africans who came to the New World during the colonial period came as slaves, either brought with their masters from Europe or captured and sold into slavery in the Americas.

Which of the following was an unintended effect of the Crown requiring alcaldes to seek permission before making changes in their towns?

slow development Alcaldes had to seek permission from the Crown before making any substantial changes. While this solidified the Crown's control over its colonies, it also became a major barrier to their development.

Which of the following hunted and trapped beaver in the lucrative fur trade in North America?

the French The French, in search of fur, explored the land around the Great Lakes and down the Mississippi River and eventually settled the land. French settlements and forts focused on establishing trade relations with the local Indian tribes; the French did not want to establish agricultural settlements and fight with Indians over land claims. The priority of trading with the Indians over land claims resulted in generally positive relationships between the French settlers and Native Americans they encountered.

The Columbian Exchange refers to which of the following?

the exchange of plants, animals, crops, culture, people, and ideas between the Old and New Worlds following Columbus' expeditions The Columbian Exchange is the name given to the transfers of people, cultures, and ideas, as well as of plants and animals, between the Americas, Europe, and Africa following Columbus's discovery of the New World.

An important feature of the Renaissance was its emphasis on:

the literature of Greece and Rome. "Renaissance" means rebirth; the term Renaissance, as applied to the 15th and 16th centuries, refers to the renewal and discovery of Greek and Roman learning. The ideas, philosophy, and knowledge of Ancient Rome and Greece were rediscovered in Europe and led to a period of great intellectual advancement. The Renaissance is considered a pivotal time in history because of the intellectual advancements of the period.

Which of the following contributions from the Byzantine Empire was important in organizing the governments of Western Europe during the Renaissance period?

the organization and preservation of Roman law Justinian I (482-527), emperor of the Byzantine Empire or Eastern Roman Empire, sought to return the Roman Empire to its classical glory. He ordered his generals and governors to retake the lost lands of the Western Roman Empire and he consolidated and rewrote the Roman laws. These laws, commonly known as the Justinian Code, set an example for judicial systems across the world and still influence civil law today.

Which of the following was the greatest contributing factor to the start of the Great Depression?

the stock market crash in 1929 The stock market crash in 1929 led to a worldwide economic downturn.

The Columbian Exchange best refers to:

the trade routes established between Europe and the "New World" discovered by Columbus. The Columbian Exchange refers to the trade routes established between Europe and the land Columbus found. It is called the Columbian Exchange because Columbus pioneered the trading.

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?

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.

For which of the following reasons would a teacher use a population pyramid, like the one above?

to show the distribution of population based on age in the United States The graph shows the distribution of a population based on age.

Which of the following best captures the purpose of the Mission system in California?

to spread Spanish culture and religion among the Native Americans in California The missions were run by Spanish Catholic priests in the hopes of converting the Native Americans to Catholicism and assimilate them into Spanish culture.

A teacher is working to increase engagement and communicate the value of the social sciences. Which TWO of the following are strategies that would further progress toward these goals?

use simulations when appropriate Simulations are an important way to help students explore events of the past and/or understand how certain institutions operate. They are a good option for increasing student engagement.

Which of the following are results of the Crusades?

wealthy italian merchants wealthy Arab traders the influx of exotic goods from Asia flowing into Europe