Question 1

According to some scientists, how did the first Americans arrive in North America?

Accepted Answer

They walked from Siberia to Alaska across the Bering Strait.

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They sailed from Europe with Christopher Columbus.

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They sailed from Africa in search of riches.

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They slowly migrated from South America.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a reason why explorers and settlers came to North America?

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develop varied cultures

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find gold and riches

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claim land for their rulers

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spread Christianity

Question 3

What was the purpose of Christopher Columbus's first voyage to North America?

Accepted Answer

find a short route by sea to Asia

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trade goods with Native Americans

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claim land for their rulers

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spread Christianity

Question 4

Which is a NOT a way that new territory was added to the United States?

Accepted Answer

The U. S. took lands from Mexico and Canada after the Mexican war.

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The U.S. purchased the Louisiana Territory from the French.

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Florida was purchased from Spain.

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Britain gave up the Oregon Territory

Question 5

How did the United States expand its territory from the Atlantic to the Pacific Oceans?

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signing treaties, buying lands, and fighting wars

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making maps of the lands explorers discovered

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trading lands with other countries

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conquering Mexican forces that controlled all the land.

Question 6

When is a Constitution?

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written plan for the nation's government

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United States Capitol

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building where the president lives

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nation's highest court

Question 7

At which level of government do voters elect a mayor?

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local

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federal

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national

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state

Question 8

Which branch of government makes the nation's laws?

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legislative

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executive

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state

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judicial

Question 9

Which of the following is the head of the executive branch of government?

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the President

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Congress

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Supreme Court

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House of Representative

Question 10

How can the United States Constitution be changed?

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by an amendment approved by the states

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in local elections

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by Supreme Court justices

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by an amendment passed by the President

Question 11

What is  one way a person can become a citizen of the United States?

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being born in the United States

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getting a passport and traveling

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paying taxes and voting

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promising to live in this country

Question 12

Which is NOT a service that is paid for by taxes?

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buying school supplies

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making new parks

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building schools

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maintaining roads

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of all U.S. citizens?

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working for the federal government

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serving on a jury

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obeying laws

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paying taxes

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of U.S. children?

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vote

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learn about the history of the United States

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learn how the U.S. government works

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be educated

Question 15

Why is important for Americans to vote?

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It makes sure that the government represents the will of the people.

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It is a requirement to live in this country.

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It helps them stay informed about current events.

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It is the only way that citizen can participate in government.

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