Multiple Choice Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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![mc001-1.jpg](Ch_9_files/mc001-1.jpg) As shown in the map above, the equator separates the
Northern and Southern hemispheres, and the prime meridian separates the Western and Eastern
hemispheres. In which two hemispheres is the United States located?
A. | Northern | B. | Western | C. | Eastern | D. | both A & B |
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![mc002-1.jpg](Ch_9_files/mc002-1.jpg) The longest, undefended border in the world, over 5,500
miles, is located between which two countries?
A. | United States and United Kingdom | B. | United States and Mexico | C. | United States and
Russia | D. | United States and Canada |
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Which of the following options describes the climate of MOST of the
United States and why?
A. | subtropical, as it’s very hot in the south | B. | arctic, as
it’s very cold in the northern states and Alaska | C. | arid, as the western states are generally
dry | D. | temperate, because although the climate varies by region, most of the U.S. has
generally moderate temperatures that are not extremely hot or extremely
cold |
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The United States has an abundance of natural resources that can be used to
produce goods and services. Complete this sentence: The United States has the world’s largest
deposit of
A. | coal. | B. | lead. | C. | petroleum. | D. | natural gas. |
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Which of the statements below describes the general population distribution in
the United States?
A. | It is a mostly rural country where about 60% of people live in the
country. | B. | It is a mostly urban country where about 60% of people live in cities or
towns. | C. | It is a mostly urban country where about 80% of people live in cities or
towns. | D. | It is a mostly urban country where about 90% of people live in cities or
towns. |
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![mc006-1.jpg](Ch_9_files/mc006-1.jpg) According to the chart above, which city would you expect
to have the LOWEST population density?
A. | Dallas | B. | New York | C. | Philadelphia | D. | San Jose |
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What is the purpose of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?
A. | reverse the effects of global warming | B. | establish environmental
laws | C. | enforce environmental laws | D. | conserve natural
resources |
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The founders created the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of
government in the United States Constitution in order to
A. | create checks and balances on the powers each branch holds. | B. | limit the power of
the executive branch. | C. | limit the power of the judicial
branch. | D. | limit the power of the legislative branch. |
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![mc009-1.jpg](Ch_9_files/mc009-1.jpg) The time period referred to as the Roaring Twenties is
BEST known for a period in which
A. | the League of Nations was formed. | B. | the economy of the United States did very
well. | C. | the economy of the United States did poorly. | D. | prohibition was
instituted. |
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The day that over 3,000 people were killed in a terrorist attack occurred on
which of these dates?
A. | September 11, 2000 | B. | September 11, 2001 | C. | September 12,
2001 | D. | September 12, 2000 |
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The United States Constitution replaced the first governing document of the
United States, which was not as effective as the founding fathers hoped. Which of these documents is
the FIRST governing document?
A. | Declaration of Independence | B. | Articles of Secession | C. | Articles of
Confederation | D. | First Amendment |
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The legislative branch of government consists of the Senate and House of
Representatives. How many members does each state have, and how long is the term the members are
elected to serve?
A. | The Senate has 2 members elected for a 6-year term; the number of members to the
House of Representatives depends on the state’s population and these members serve a 2-year
term. | B. | The Senate has 2 members elected for a 2-year term; the number of members to the
House of Representatives depends on the state’s population and these members serve a 6-year
term. | C. | The House of Representatives has 2 members elected for a 2-year term; the number of
members to the Senate depends on the state’s population and these members serve a 6-year
term. | D. | The Senate has 2 members elected for a 4-year term; the number of members to the
House of Representatives depends on the state’s population and these members serve a 2-year
term. |
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In the United States, individuals and business firms make most of the decisions
regarding the three key economic questions which determine what to produce, how to produce it and for
whom to produce it. What type of economic system does the United States have?
A. | mixed | B. | command | C. | traditional | D. | market |
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Multiple Response Identify one
or more choices that best complete the statement or answer the question.
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In the 19th century, the United States grew at an incredible rate and new
technologies such as the invention of the telephone, telegraph, and the adoption of steamships and
railroads fueled this growth. In which ways did these technologies impact life in the United States?
Select ALL that apply.
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What were the goals of the Civil Rights Movement? Select ALL that apply.
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In the United States, citizens elect which of the following officials? Select
ALL that apply.
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The growth of technology and technology skills creates some challenges for
American workers. Select ALL of the challenges that apply.
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Short Answer
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What was the name of the war fought to abolish slavery?
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What was the name of the war fought to gain the independence of the United
States?
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