General Reasoning

What is the role of reasoning in an argument?

• Reasoning always leads to a biased conclusion in an argument

• Reasoning is not necessary in an argument

• Reasoning provides logical connections between evidence and the claim being made in an argument

• Reasoning only confuses the audience in an argument

A belief that opinions should be based on reason and knowledge rather than faith or emotion

• egocentric

• scientific method

• rationalism

• heliocentric

A type of reasoning where general conclusions are drawn from specific examples or observations.

• Inductive Reasoning

• Deductive Reasoning

What is the primary purpose of social institutions in society?

• To provide entertainment

• To maintain social order

• To create economic disparity

• To promote individualism

Which of the following is a characteristic of a democratic government?

• Rule by a single leader

• Suppression of free speech

• Free and fair elections

• Centralized control of the economy

What is cultural diffusion?

• The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another

• The isolation of a culture from outside influences

• The destruction of cultural heritage

• The creation of a new culture from scratch

Which economic system is based on supply and demand with little government control?

• Command economy

• Traditional economy

• Market economy

• Mixed economy

What is the significance of the Magna Carta in history?

• It established the first democracy

• It limited the power of the monarchy

• It created the first written laws

• It abolished slavery

Which of the following is an example of a primary source in historical research?

• A textbook

• A documentary

• A diary entry

• A biography

What is the main function of the legislative branch in a government?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To make laws

• To veto laws