Practice STAAR US History
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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which action led the United States into the War of 1812?
American warships were captured at sea and forced to fight for Britain.
American merchant sailors smuggling goods to Europe were imprisoned in Britain.
American merchant sailors were impressed into naval service to fight for Britain.
American warships sailing from European ports were boarded and impounded in Britain.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Based on the time line, which claim is supported by these advancements?
Developing new technologies requires replacement of existing innovations.
New innovations build on previous technologies to improve daily life.
New technologies are widely accepted by the public.
Development of new technologies is rarely aided by government action.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which statement describes a reason for the development of the transatlantic slave trade?
Colonial governments wanted to use enslaved labor to build needed canals.
Plantation owners in southern colonial states were increasing profits by using enslaved labor.
Many colonists relied on enslaved labor to do the difficult work on their ranches.
Textile production in northern colonial factories was increasingly dependent on enslaved labor.
4.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which characteristics MAINLY describe either the era of European colonization or the era of westward expansion? Select the correct answers for each box.
Construction of the railroad connected different regions.
Settlers migrated to seek religious freedom.
Principles of self-governance were established.
Settlers sought individual wealth through minerals or ranching.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
This excerpt is from a song written in 1875. Oh! times are tough, amazing rough, Expenses are alarming, I will go West, it’s far the best, Try my luck at farming. For the idea, of staying here To just earn your gruel, Makes me feel sad and sometimes mad ’Tis so awful cruel. —sheet music by J. P. Barrett, "I Will Go West!" Based on the excerpt and your knowledge of U.S. history, which aspect of American life during this time is indicated by this song?
Unfair working conditions due to industrialization inspired artists to begin a protest movement.
The nation’s economy shifted away from industrialization in order to focus on agriculture.
Difficult conditions in industrial cities encouraged people to seek opportunities elsewhere.
A dramatic increase in the inflation rate at this time raised the cost of living in industrial cities.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
This grievance is listed in a historical document presented to the British king. Imposing Taxes on us without our Consent: —Declaration of Independence How was this grievance addressed in the U.S. Constitution?
Only states have the power to tax citizens.
Only the courts can decide the legality of taxation.
Only Congress can pass laws on taxation.
Only the president can determine to tax citizens.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In 1828, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to approve the Tariff of Abominations by a vote of 105 to 94. Why did this tariff create division within the United States?
The tariff helped international trade but hurt domestic trade.
The tariff hurt Southern plantation owners but helped Western farmers.
The tariff lowered interest rates but raised personal taxes.
The tariff raised Northern business profits but lowered Southern consumer prices.
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