Social Studies Benchmark

The American Indian societies varied depending on the availability of

• trade networks

• access to the Rocky Mts.

• natural resources

• none of the answers

People whose beliefs are different from the official religion in their country are called

• dissenters

• rebels

• monarchs

• colonies

What significant contribution did Thomas Jefferson make to the American Revolution?

• led the Continental Army to victory

• wrote the Constitution

• formed and led the Continental Congress

• drafted the Declaration of Independence

Which geographic obstacle made it difficult for Great Britain to control its American colonies?

• harsh climates

• lack of resources

• mountains

• distance

How did Britain plan to pay its war expenses after their war with France?

• print more money

• tax the citizens of Great Britain

• tax the American colonists

• pay their citizens less money

Which of the following best explains why most Canadians live in the southern and coastal areas of their country?

• These areas have ports on Hudson Bay.

• These areas are far from the United States.

• These areas have many lakes.

• These areas have a moderate climate.

Although fishing and agriculture are important for Canada….

• these economic activities do not create much income.

• the service sector makes up most of the economy.

• these economic activities are not well developed.

• the manufacturing sector makes up most of the economy.

What geographic feature shared by the United States and Canada is shown in gray on the map?

• Great Plains

• Rocky Mountains

• Great Lakes

• Mississippi River Basin

Based on the above map, most cities in Canada are located near the-

• Arctic Circle

• United States

• Atlantic Ocean

• St. Lawrence Seaway

Based on the above map, most cities in Canada are located near the-

• A

• B

• C

• D