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Unit 1 Spiral- SCAPE, U.S. and Canada, Latin America

Total questions: 52

Worksheet time: 31mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

These natural resources impact a country’s -

a)

Education

b)

Civil Rights

c)

Economy

d)

Politics

2.

Which of the following are ways in which people adapt to their natural environment?

a)

attending school

b)

using air conditioner

c)

voting in elections

d)

wearing a jacket in the winter

3.

The spread of cultural beliefs is called -  

a)

economic profit

b)

religious tolerance

c)

cultural diffusion

d)

government assistance

4.

The box below shows how different groups throughout history have made-

a)

economic growth

b)

social classes

c)

religious reforms

d)

political contributions

5.

What are the three most practiced religions in the world? Choose THREE correct answers.​ (a)   ​ (b)   ​ ​ (c)  

Choose from the below words
Christianity
Hinduism
Sikhism
Taoism
Islam
Judaism
6.

Which of the following represents North America?  

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

7.

Determine if the item listed is an example of a citizens’ rights or a citizens’ responsibilities in a representative  government. Choose the correct answer in each row.

Categorize the following
Choose where to live or where to travel
Freedom of speech, religion, and press
Serve on a jury
Pay taxes
Citizens' Rights
Citizens' Responsibilities
8.

Which of the following is a right and responsibility citizens have in a representative government?      

a)

Own a home

b)

Have a computer

c)

Vote

9.

The box below describes the benefits  of -  

a)

religion

b)

education

c)

culture

d)

free enterprise

10.

If a country does not have oil or natural gas for energy, then they are most like going to -  

a)

trade with another country to get oil

b)

become a rich country

c)

have political problems

d)

have large numbers of immigrants

11.

This picture most likely reflects -  

a)

free enterprise

b)

historical Eras

c)

multicultural Society

d)

limited government

12.

Which of the following best completes this diagram?

a)

Limited Government

b)

Ancient Rome

c)

Asia

d)

Religion

13.

Which of the following best replaces the question mark in the diagram below?

a)

Unlimited

b)

Developed

c)

GDP

d)

Command

14.

Culture represents

a)

Religion, language, ideas, food, customs, celebrations, art, sports beliefs, and lifestyles

b)

Political standing

c)

Economic Development

15.

Which of the following represents Africa?  

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

16.

Why did many people migrate to the United States from 1821-1850?

a)

Outbreak of diseases

b)

Availability of jobs

c)

Desire to fight in a war

d)

Improved Native relations

17.

Which physical feature serves as a natural boundary between the United States and Mexico?

a)

Mississippi River

b)

Appalachian Mountains

c)

Pacific Ocean

d)

Rio Grande River

18.
Which of the following best replaces the question mark in the diagram below?
a)
Transatlantic Slave Trade
b)
Cold War
c)
U.S. and Canada Free Trade Agreement
d)
Louisiana Purchase
19.
Who best represents “Group 1?”
a)
Anti-Federalists
b)
Inuit of Canada
c)
Vikings
d)
Great Britain
20.
Both the United States and Canada are examples of countries who have -
a)
a queen leading the government
b)
an underdeveloped economy
c)
a limited government
d)
a command economy
21.

Where did the democracy stem from in our society?

a)

Greece

b)

Rome

c)

Mesopotamia

d)

Egypt

22.
What would be the best title for the box below?
a)
The Influence of Viking Exploration
b)
The Influence of Native American
c)
The Influence of Spanish Culture
d)
The Influence of European Colonization
23.
The box below supports that the U.S. and Canada are an example of -
a)
Rule by many
b)
Rule by a few
c)
Rule by one
d)
Rule by none
24.
What conclusion can be drawn about Canada’s economic development?
a)
Level 1 - developed
b)
Level 2 - developing
c)
Level 3 – underdeveloped
d)
Level 4 – non-existent
25.
The images below illustrate -
a)
a free enterprise economy
b)
freedoms under the 1st Amendment
c)
responsibilities of American citizens
d)
freedoms under the 8th Amendment
26.
Which of the following represents the Atlantic Ocean?
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
27.
Which sport is the most popular in the United States, especially in the southern area of the country?
a)
Lacrosse
b)
Football
c)
Gymnastics
d)
Cricket
28.
The box below describes how -
a)
communism functions in society
b)
every group has a duty to improve society
c)
free enterprise is beneficial to society
d)
diverse groups help to create a multicultural society
29.
The bulleted list below identifies industries that are important to both the U.S. and Canadian -
a)
economy
b)
religious institutions
c)
government
d)
educational system
30.
What has been practiced in the United States starting back in the colonial times due to the distance from Great Britain to her American colonies?
a)
Judicial review
b)
Representative government
c)
NAFTA
d)
Traditional economy
31.
Which of the following best describes a social and cultural contribution of Americans?
a)
Promoting the use of free enterprise
b)
Introducing sports like baseball and football
c)
Spreading the idea of communism
d)
Developing the practice of terrace farming
32.
Which of the following best replaces the question mark in the diagram below?
a)
Americans developed a communist form of government
b)
Americans kept their freedom from Britain by helping them during wartime
c)
Americans fought against Great Britain during World War II and Cold War
d)
Americans created a limited government and a bill of rights
33.
Which of the following are major cities in the United States? Select THREE correct answers.
a)
Houston
b)
New York City
c)
Los Angeles
d)
Quebec
e)
Vancouver
34.
What Mexican celebration is illustrated in the picture below?
a)
Diwali
b)
World Cup
c)
Día de los Muertos
d)
Easter
35.
What invention of the Inca is described in the passage?
a)
Hieroglyphics
b)
Salsa
c)
Plantations
d)
Terrace farming
36.
Which major Latin American staple crop spread to Europe due to colonization and trade through the Columbian Exchange?
a)
Pineapples
b)
Potatoes
c)
Olives
d)
Grapes
37.
Who best represents “Group 2?”
a)
Cuba
b)
United States
c)
Aztec
d)
Portugal
38.
How has the Panama Canal impacted economies around the world?
a)
Forced countries to create a traditional economy
b)
Raised all countries level of economic development to level 3
c)
Connected the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, helping trade run smoothly
d)
Extended the amount of time it takes to travel around North America
39.
What conclusion can you draw from the news article below?
a)
The people of Cuba celebrate Cinco de Mayo
b)
Cuba is a “rule by one” dictatorship
c)
The governments of the U.S. and Cuba are similar
d)
Cuba is protected from corruption
40.
Which group number represents the main economies of Latin American countries?
a)
Group 1
b)
Group 2
c)
Group 3
d)
Group 4
41.
Which important Latin American sport is described in the bulleted list below?
a)
Fútbol
b)
Swimming
c)
Baseball
d)
Basketball
42.
What theme does the statue below illustrate?
a)
justice
b)
economics
c)
nature
d)
religion
43.
Which of the following represents the Gulf of Mexico?
a)
A
b)
B
c)
C
d)
D
44.
Which of the following are major cities in Latin America? Select THREE correct answers.
a)
Rio de Janeiro
b)
Buenos Aires
c)
Mexico City
d)
Montreal
e)
Madrid
45.
The box below demonstrates -
a)
Opposing political parties
b)
Improvements to society
c)
Governmental corruption
d)
A multicultural society
46.
Art created by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera reflect -
a)
myths of the ancient Mayans
b)
the importance of Christianity
c)
Mexican culture and history
d)
music with the use of steel drums
47.
The bulleted list below is an example of -
a)
European surrealism
b)
abandoning culture
c)
human rights
d)
cultural diffusion
48.

Gothic cathedrals reflect the influence of -

a)
Spanish politics
b)
European culture
c)
Roman architecture
d)
American economics
49.

Gothic cathedrals are an example of the religion being spread.

(a)  

Choose from the below words
Christian
Muslim
Buddhist
Jewish
50.
How have the Mayans had a lasting influence on society today?
a)
They created a 365-day calendar
b)
They introduced cattle ranching
c)
They spread Catholicism
d)
They developed the Pan-American Highway
51.
Which of the following best replaces the question mark in the diagram below?
a)
Developed machines to harvest the land
b)
Used Spanish priests and debtors
c)
Abandoned ranching and farming in the area
d)
Used Native Americans and African slaves
52.
Which of the following is true regarding Latin American countries due to European colonization?
a)
Hinduism and Buddhism have spread to the region
b)
Spanish and Portuguese are the most common languages
c)
Latin American governments have unlimited powers
d)
There is a lot of ethnic conflict between tribal groups

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