Grade 8 Social Studies - NC EOG Released Form
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- Q 1/18Score 0Based on the excerpt, which statement explains an effect of passage of the Sedition Act?29Public criticism of government was prohibited.The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was protected.The president gained new powers to deport foreigners.It became more difficult for new immigrants to vote.
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- Q1Based on the excerpt, which statement explains an effect of passage of the Sedition Act?Public criticism of government was prohibited.The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution was protected.The president gained new powers to deport foreigners.It became more difficult for new immigrants to vote.60s8.H.2.1
- Q2How did the U.S. government respond to conflicts over slavery before the Civil War?by granting all residents of a state citizenshipby granting the right to vote to all citizensby protecting privacy rights and preventing illegal searchesby passing a series of compromises to appease citizens60s8.H.2.1
- Q3How did the Great Migration affect American society?The African-American population increased in southern coastal cities.The South promoted progressive laws and economic opportunities.African-American people created a new urban culture in the North.Racism and prejudice were less prevalent across the United States.60s8.H.3.1
- Q4What does the chart indicate about unemployment and economic stability in North Carolina, compared to the United States, from January 2007 to October 2011?Unemployment rates steadily increased in North Carolina and steadily decreased in the United States, while state and national economies were unstable.Unemployment rates were the same in both North Carolina and the United States, while state and national economies were stable.Unemployment rates were higher in North Carolina than in the United States, while state and national economies were unstable.Unemployment rates decreased more quickly in North Carolina than in the United States, while state and national economies were stable.60s8.E.1.2
- Q5Which obstacle did many North Carolinians believe prevented economic growth in North Carolina during these years?The North Carolina government imported cotton and other goods from neighboring states.The cotton of North Carolina was of lower quality than the cotton of other southern states.Government leaders failed to support investment in infrastructure like roads and railroads.The soil in North Carolina was inadequate for the farming of high-profit crops like cotton.60s8.E.1.1
- Q6Which democratic ideal summarizes this excerpt from North Carolina's original constitution?popular sovereigntyseparation of powersfederalismrule of law60s8.C&G.1.1
- Q7Which democratic ideal is represented in this excerpt?trial by jury of peersseparation of powerslimited governmentpopular sovereignty60s8.C&G.1.1
- Q8Based on the excerpt, how did the values and beliefs of American settlers affect the lives of the Nez Perce?The Nez Perce and other residents of the land accepted the policies of peace with American settlers.American settlers advocated sharing resources and established a long-lasting communal relationship between all cultures.American settlers believed in the private ownership of land and resources and took property from the American Indians.The Nez Perce and other settlers made enduring treaties to share the land with American settlers.60s8.C.1.1
- Q9According to the excerpt, how did supporters of women's suffrage campaign for change?They appealed only to wealthy women for financial and political support.They created pamphlets to bring awareness to women's voting rights.They relied on female representatives in the legislature to promote the issue.They waited for the United States to pass the Nineteenth Amendment.60s8.C&G.2.2
- Q10Based on the excerpt, how did the harsh environmental conditions affect the Jamestown Colonists?The harsh weather convinced the settlers to return to their homeland.The harsh weather decreased the quality of life for the settlers by making it difficult to obtain enough food.The harsh weather brought American Indians to help the Colonists.The harsh weather both reduced and destroyed the tobacco crops.60s8.G.1.3
- Q11How did conflicts that developed from weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation affect the political development of the United States?They increased the power of the state governments.They accelerated the possible development of a monarchy.They required the creation of a stronger national government.They prevented the government from developing a republic.60s8.H.2.1
- Q12How did migration to the Western Territory help to develop the United States?Westward migration encouraged civil rights legislation for slaves.Westward migration helped American Indians preserve their cultural identity.Westward migration created densely populated urban and suburban areas.Westward migration expanded industry and the national economy.60s8.H.3.1
- Q13According to Armstrong's letter, what was the primary debate occurring among the citizens of North Carolina in 1861?whether to start a draft or notwhether to abolish slavery or notwhether to secede from the Union or notwhether to create a new flag or not60s8.H.2.3
- Q14In 1830, the U.S. government forced American Indians to leave their homes in the Southeast for new territory in the West. How did this forced migration, called the "Trail of Tears," affect the development of the United States?At the expense of American Indians, more territory became available for white settlement.Trade increased between American Indians and the United States.There was a lasting peace between American Indians and the United States.Land disputes between the U.S. government and American Indians were resolved.60s8.H.3.1
- Q15Which democratic ideal does Adams promote?popular sovereigntyseparation of powersequality under the lawprivate property rights60s8.C&G.1.1
