Social Studies Quiz for Grade 3

Which of the following BEST completes the web above?

• A. pays bills

• B. votes

• C. minds own business

• D. watches TV all day

The Statue of Liberty stands for which of America's strengths?

Hint: Think about what the word "Liberty" means.

• beauty

• freedom

• legal system

• military power

The mayor is the head of which levels of government?

• A. Local Government

• B. State Government

• C. National Government

• D. School Government

Which of the sentences in blue describes the meaning of consent of the governed?

What are the rights of United States citizens that are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights?

• A. freedom to have personal debt

• B. freedom to speak one's mind and freedom to practice any religion

• C. freedom to ignore paying one's taxes and freedom to be happy

In 1900, people traveling far from home could stay in touch with friends through wires using a ___, but after 1980, they could use a ___.

(a)  

• telegram, cell phone
• radio, newspaper

• newspaper, radio

• cell phone, telegram

Read the following section on Benjamin Franklin.

What is the main idea?

• Benjamin Franklin helped shape American communities.

• Benjamin Franklin worked as a doctor in Philadelphia's first hospital.

• Benjamin Franklin was America's first firefighter

Reread the following section on Benjamin Franklin.

Which sentence supports the main idea on question 7?

Match the following:

• This branch carries out and enforces law

• Executive

• nominated by the President and confirmed

• Executive

• Senate and the House of Representatives

• Judicial

• power given to the President & Vice Pres

• Legislative