Social Studies Semester Final Review

Question 1

Which religious belief of Christians is celebrated by Easter?

Accepted Answer

The resurrection of Jesus

Question 2

Which of the following is a responsibility expected of U.S. citizens?

Accepted Answer

Voting in elections

Question 3

Both US & Canadian governments would be an example of —

Accepted Answer

rule by many

Question 4

South America can be considered a culture region because —

Accepted Answer

a majority of the population practices the same religion

Question 5

In many limited governments, the individual rights of the people are detailed in a —

Accepted Answer

constitution

Question 6

Because economic freedom is valued In the US and Canada, the two societies have chosen to —

Accepted Answer

limit the power of the government

Question 7

At which geographic location will you find most Russian cities?

Accepted Answer

Between 30°E and 60°E longitude and 45°N and 60°N latitude

Question 8

British colonization of America politically influenced the US and Canada by introducing idea of

Accepted Answer

limited government

Question 9

Development of alternative energy sources in the US and Canada will most likely help to —

Accepted Answer

support large urban populations

Question 10

Why is Yom Kippur an important observance in Judaism?

Accepted Answer

It is a day devoted to asking for forgiveness.

Question 11

What feature is missing from many unlimited governments that is often used to limit governments

Accepted Answer

Constitution

Question 12

State capitals are a significant location for geographers to study because —

Accepted Answer

rules for societies are created in these locations

Question 13

What has been the long-term significance of French settlers in Canada?

Accepted Answer

They created a strong culture region within Canada.

Question 14

What Russian city is located at 60 0 N latitude/ 300 E longitude?

Accepted Answer

St. Petersburg

Question 15

Government, Economic systems, Educational systems, Religious practices refers to basic-

Accepted Answer

institutions

Question 16

What is one way that limited governments are different from unlimited governments?

Accepted Answer

Elections in limited gov'ts are open to all eligible voters.

Question 17

Which physical geographic region is located at 0° latitude and 60°W longitude?

Accepted Answer

Equator in South America

Question 18

Which of the following geographic factors has the greatest influence on where people live?

Accepted Answer

Availability of water

Question 19

Which technology innovation most helped Canadians & Americans settle west across North America?

Accepted Answer

Railroads

Question 20

The government of the United States can trace its democratic roots to which civilization?

Accepted Answer

Greece

Question 21

Which of the following is limited in a limited government?

Accepted Answer

The power of leaders

Question 22

Which of the following is likely to be found in an unlimited government?

Accepted Answer

One-party rule

Question 23

The United States and Canada are both considered to be multicultural societies because —

Accepted Answer

Immigration results in several cultures that give to society

Question 24

Which of the following bodies of water creates borders in both the United States and Mexico?

Accepted Answer

Gulf of Mexico

Question 25

Muslims are expected to attend the annual Hajj, or pilgrimage to(Mecca), in order to —

Accepted Answer

honor the sites important to early Islam

Question 26

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

Accepted Answer

To prevent a violation of rights

Question 27

“Where is it located?” One likely way geographers answer the question above is by —

Accepted Answer

using an intersection of longitude and latitude

Question 28

Which of the following terms best relates to culture?

Accepted Answer

Celebrations, Rules, Music

Question 29

Which two physical features do the United States and Canada share?

Accepted Answer

Rocky Mountains and the Great Lakes

Question 30

Which of the following is a characteristic of culture?

Accepted Answer

Shared beliefs

Question 31

How are the governments of Canada and the United States similar?

Accepted Answer

Both are limited governments with constitutions.

Question 32

What is the difference between a service industry and manufacturing?

Accepted Answer

Service industries produce intangible goods.

Question 33

A common feature of the economic systems in the United States and Canada is that both —

Accepted Answer

allow people to own private property

Question 34

One of the civic duties of citizens in the United States and Canada includes —

Accepted Answer

voting in major elections

Question 35

Which country’s national capital is located near 40°N and 75°W?

Accepted Answer

United States

Question 36

Most cities in Canada are located near the —

Accepted Answer

United States

Question 37

The student break occurs at the same time Christians observe Christmas. This is an example of —

Accepted Answer

religious practices influencing culture

Question 38

Canada & US share history of colonizing & immigrating resulting in region that's identified by

Accepted Answer

mulitculturalism

Question 39

Canada & the US is described as a highly urbanized region. Urbanization was caused by —

Accepted Answer

migration within the region from rural areas

Question 40

What religious observance is expected of faithful Muslims at least once during their lifetime?

Accepted Answer

Taking a pilgrimage to holy sites

Question 41

“Why is it there?” One likely way geographers answer the question above is by —

Accepted Answer

tracing trade routes on a map

Question 42

“What is significant about its location?” One way geographers answer the question is by —

Accepted Answer

studying the history and economy of a local culture

Question 43

Why does the government of India most likely observe Diwali as an official holiday?

Accepted Answer

As a Hindu holiday, most Indians celebrate the festival.

Social Studies Semester Final Review

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Social Studies Semester Final Review

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