2023 STAAR Social Studies

Social studies makes people understand their -------

Hey there, Nora, Zoe, and Hannah! Let's dive into the fascinating world of how people live and organize themselves in society. This includes geography, history, economics, and so much more! Can you fill in the blanks? This exciting field is called______ _______

Hey there, Michael! Understanding social studies helps individuals like you become informed ______ and engaged ______. What do you think?

• citizens;participants

• students;workers

• leaders;followers

• voters;leaders

Who discovered the New World (the Americas)?

• Ferdinand

  Magellan

• Christopher

  Columbus

• Amerigi

  Vespucci

• King and Queen

  Ferdinand

Where did Columbus think he had landed when he sailed to America?

• India

• China

• America

• New England

Who paid for the ships and supplies for the trips to America?

• King of England

• King of India

• Queen of France

• Queen of Spain

What was the voyage across the ocean for originally?

• To find new land

• To find gold

• To trade for spices and silk

• To meet new people

What is the primary purpose of the STAAR Social Studies test in Texas?

• To assess students' understanding of social studies concepts

• To evaluate students' mathematical skills

• To test students' reading comprehension

• To measure students' physical fitness

Which of the following is a key component of social studies education?

• Understanding historical events

• Learning advanced calculus

• Studying chemical reactions

• Practicing musical instruments

In 2023, which grade levels in Texas are required to take the STAAR Social Studies test?

• 5th and 8th grades

• 3rd and 4th grades

• 6th and 7th grades

• 9th and 10th grades