Social studies

1. 1. What is the main purpose of government?

• To establish laws

• To provide intertainment

• To control economy

• To promote culture

2. Which of the following is considered a primary source in historical research?

• To a text book

• A government report

• A diary

• A documentary

3. What is cultural diffusion?

• A) The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities

• B) The isolation of a culture

• C) The Articles of Confederation

• The creations of new cultures

4. Which document is considered the foundation of the United States Constitution?

• A) The Declaration of Independence

• B) The Federalist Papers

• C) The Articles of Confederation

• D) The Bill of Rights

5. What is the main function of the judicial branch of government?

• A) Create laws

• B) Enforce laws

• C) Interpret laws

• D) Revise laws

6. What does GDP stand for?

• A) General Domestic Product

• B) Gross Domestic Product

• C) Global Development Plan

• D) Governmental Development Program

7. Which ancient civilization is known for inventing writing?

• A) Egyptians

• B) Greeks

• C) Sumerians

• D) Romans

8. What is the primary cause of climate change?

• A) Natural disasters

• B) Human activities

• C) Solar cycles

• D) Volcanic eruption

9. Abolished slavery in the United States?

• A) 13th Amendment

• B) 15th Amendment

• C) 18th Amendment

• D) 19th Amendment

10. Which continent is known as the "Cradle of Humankind"?

• A) Asia

• B) Europe

• C) Africa

• D) Australia