Which of the following describes multiculturalism?

many people come here from all over the world

Which geographic features are shared between the US and Canada?

Rocky Mountains and Great Lakes

Urbanization is caused by _________?

migration within the region from rural areas

Why do we take a Christmas break?

religious practices influencing culture

Which is the primary reason for limiting the power of government?

to prevent a violation of rights

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1
Which of the following describes multiculturalism?
children learn about different cultures
many people come here from all over the world
citizens have kept some customs from Europe
the country was founded by immigrants
2
Which geographic features are shared between the US and Canada?
Mississippi River and Great Lakes
Appalachian mountains and Mississippi River
St. Lawrence River and Rocky Mountains
Rocky Mountains and Great Lakes
3
Urbanization is caused by _________?
migration within the region from rural areas
creation of free trade
economic depression in agriculture
immigration to the region from South America
4
Which resource has the greatest influence on where people live?
proximity to highways and roads
availability of water
access to public transportation
shared cultural traditions
5
Canada and US share a history of immigration resulting in a region that is characterized by __?
multiculturalism
social unrest
political instability
religious persecution
6
Representatives are chosen to make laws. This is a rule by _____?
few
many
one
7
Individual rights of the people are detailed in which document?
constitution
declaration of independence
federal legal codes
political party platform
8
Which of the following are the beliefs and traditions of a group of people?
culture
moral code
responsibilities
economics
9
Why do we take a Christmas break?
special interest groups advocating for change
religious practices influencing culture
holiday celebrations affecting students
economic decisions impacting school policies
10
Which technological innovations helped people move westward?
telegraphs
railroads
interstate highways
electricity
11
Voting in the US is considered a _____?
right and responsibility
risk and responsibility
risk and right
right and requirement by law
12
The government of the US can trace its roots back to where?
Egypt
Spain
Greece
France
13
All of the following are examples of voluntary civic participation except ___?
serving on a jury
following laws
being informed on political issues
serving in the military
14
Which is the primary reason for limiting the power of government?
to ensure economic equality
to provide public education
allow for control of the press
to prevent a violation of rights
15
Governments, economic systems, educational systems and religious practices are all what?
goals
institutions
cultural traditions
geography

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