Roots of American Democracy Through Personal Narratives

Roots of American Democracy Through Personal Narratives

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Religious Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explains a writing assignment focused on the roots of American democracy. Students are tasked with applying historical roots, such as Judaism, Christianity, and the Enlightenment, to modern situations. Through analogies involving Mr. Paul's personal experiences, the tutorial illustrates how to trace current behaviors and knowledge back to their roots. The assignment requires students to find evidence of these roots in given stories, emphasizing the importance of understanding historical influences on present-day America.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main roots of American democracy discussed in the introduction?

Judaism, Christianity, and the Enlightenment

Taoism, Shinto, and the Scientific Revolution

Islam, Confucianism, and the Industrial Revolution

Buddhism, Hinduism, and the Renaissance

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a root of American democracy?

Judaism

Christianity

The Enlightenment

The Renaissance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the analogy of Mr. DePaul's strictness, what is identified as a root cause?

His father's strictness

His education

His religious beliefs

His wife's influence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal root is suggested to explain Mr. Paul's loving nature?

His wife's influence

His religious beliefs

His educational background

His father's influence

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of Mr. Paul's theology degree in the context of the video?

It explains his political views

It explains his strictness

It explains his lack of knowledge

It explains his loving nature

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which degree is mentioned as part of Mr. Paul's educational background?

Master's in Engineering

Master's in Theology

Master's in Business Administration

Master's in Philosophy

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Mr. Paul's educational background contribute to his behavior?

It makes him less approachable

It makes him more strict

It provides him with extensive knowledge

It limits his understanding of modern issues

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