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Semester Exam 1 Review

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

In historical research, what is Perspective referring to?

a)

The tools and techniques used by historians to study the past.

b)

The point of view or standpoint from which historical events are viewed and interpreted.

c)

The chronological order of historical events.

d)

The physical locations where historical events took place.

2.

What does the term Examine mean in history?

a)

To look at something closely to understand it better

b)

To tell a story about someone's life.

c)

To give one-sided opinions about an event.

d)

To use violence for political goals.

3.

What does the word Bias mean in history?

a)

A list of dates and events.

b)

When someone’s feelings or opinions change how they see history.

c)

A special tool for studying old things.

d)

When something happened a long time ago.

4.

An Autobiography is:

a)

A type of historical bias.

b)

A fictional story set in the past.

c)

A story about an ancient civilization.

d)

A written account of a person's own life.

5.

The term Terrorist refers to:

a)

A historian who studies ancient societies.

b)

A type of historical document.

c)

Someone who uses violence and fear to achieve political goals.

d)

A positive perspective on historical events.

6.

Read this source. Decide if this is a primary or secondary source. (DOK 2)

a)

Primary

b)

Secondary

7.

Read this source. Decide if this is a primary or secondary source.

a)

Secondary

b)

Primary

8.

Is this Is this a primary or secondary source? (DOK 2)

a)

Primary Source

b)

Secondary Source

9.

What is a secondary source?

a)

An original document from a historical event.

b)

Information created by people who experienced the event.

c)

Information that analyzes and interprets primary sources.

d)

A recorded interview with someone who witnessed a recent event.

10.

Which of the following is a secondary source?

a)

A diary written by a survivor of the Titanic sinking.

b)

A video interview with a scientist discussing a recent space mission.

c)

A collection of letters from Civil War soldiers published in a book.

d)

An ancient scroll detailing the construction of the Great Wall of China.

11.

Which type of source would be best for learning about the personal experiences of 9/11 survivors?

a)

A newspaper article published on September 12, 2001.

b)

A documentary produced in 2020 discussing the causes of 9/11.

c)

An interview with a firefighter who responded to the attacks.

d)

A fictional book set during the events of 9/11.

12.

In a direct democracy, who makes important decisions?

a)

A single ruler or monarch

b)

A group of wealthy individuals

c)

All eligible citizens through voting

d)

An elected president

13.

What type of government is ruled by a single person with absolute power, where citizens have limited or no say in government decisions?

a)

Oligarchy

b)

Democracy

c)

Autocracy

d)

Theocracy

14.

In a monarchy, who typically holds the highest authority often by birth?

a)

A president elected by people.

b)

A king or queen.

c)

The richest person in the country.

d)

A group of wise elders.

15.

Self-appointed single person/group rules controlling all aspects of life (example: speech uses military force, and intimidation

a)

Dictatorship

b)

Democracy

c)

Socialism

d)

Oligarchy

16.

Who did the Colonies Declare Independence from?

a)

The North

b)

The South

c)

England

d)

France

e)

Spain

17.

The following are examples of what: - He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without the Consent of our legislatures. - He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power. - For Quartering large bodies of armed troops among us

a)

Grievances

b)

Agreements

c)

Laws

d)

Expectations

18.

What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?

a)

1976

b)

1865

c)

1776

d)

1792

19.

What are the two houses of the U.S. Congress?

a)

Senate and Judiciary

b)

House of Representatives and Senate

c)

Parliament and Senate

d)

House of Commons and House of Representatives

20.

What is one of the President’s job duties?

a)

Appoints ambassadors

b)

Approves budgets

c)

Creates laws

d)

Interprets laws

21.

Supreme Court Justices serve for:

a)

10 years

b)

A life term

c)

4 years

d)

15 years

22.

What is the primary purpose of Checks and Balances in the U.S. government?

a)

To balance the federal budget

b)

To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

c)

To ensure equal representation in the Senate

d)

To check the public opinion

23.

What does bicameral mean?

a)

One house

b)

Two houses

c)

Three houses

d)

No house

24.

Which branch is responsible for making laws?

a)

Executive Branch

b)

Legislative Branch

c)

Judicial Branch

d)

Administrative Branch

25.

Who has the power to veto bills?

a)

The Supreme Court

b)

The President

c)

The Speaker of the House

d)

Senators

26.

Who is the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces?

a)

The Secretary of Defense

b)

The President

c)

The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

d)

The Vice President

27.

What happens if the President vetoes a bill?

a)

It immediately becomes a law

b)

It goes back to Congress, where it can still become a law with a two-thirds majority vote in both houses

c)

It is permanently discarded

d)

It gets automatically approved after 30 days

28.

What was the primary purpose of American Indian boarding schools in the United States?

a)

To encourage the practice of American Indian languages and cultures

b)

To provide advanced scientific education to American Indian students

c)

To force American Indian children into white culture and ways of life

d)

To train American Indian children in agricultural techniques

29.

Based on your knowledge of Native American regions, which region is shown in this image.

a)

Great Plains

b)

Southwest

c)

Eastern Woodlands

d)

Las Vegas

30.

Based on your knowledge of Native American regions, which region is shown in this image?

a)

Eastern Woodlands

b)

Pacific Northwest

c)

Great Plains

d)

Platea

31.

Based on your knowledge of Native American regions, which region is shown in this image?

a)

Great Plains

b)

Las Vegas

c)

Eastern Woodllands

d)

Southwest

32.

What does the word "loathed" mean in a historical context?

a)

To be disliked intensely, because of race or political reasons

b)

To enjoy something immensely.

c)

To work together with others for a common goal.

d)

To travel great distances for trade.

33.

In a historical context, what does "assimilation" refer to?

a)

The process of blending into a new culture or society.

b)

A type of military strategy used in ancient warfare.

c)

A form of government ruled by a single leader.

d)

A religious celebration in ancient times.

34.

When discussing history, what is the meaning of "tradition"

a)

An event that takes place only once in a lifetime.

b)

An idea or practice passed down through generations.

c)

A type of ancient currency.

d)

A tool used by early explorers.

35.

In historical discussions, what does it mean to "contradict" something?

a)

To express agreement with someone's point of view.

b)

To support a historical argument with evidence.

c)

To deny or disagree with something previously stated

d)

To engage in a peaceful discussion.

36.

In a historical context, what does "inferior" mean?

a)

A powerful military leader in ancient times.

b)

A person of high social status.

c)

Of lower quality or importance compared to something else.

d)

A type of ancient writing system.

37.

Who often managed Indian boarding schools?

a)


Tribal leaders

b)

The Federal Government


c)

Wealthy philanthropists


d)

State Public School Systems


38.

What was a common punishment for students at Indian boarding schools?

a)

Loss of privileges to attend tribal ceremonies

b)

Physical punishment for speaking their native language

c)

Expulsion back to their tribes

d)

Public humiliation in their communities


39.

The phrase “Kill the Indian, save the man” is associated with:

a)

The goals of assimilation policies in Indian boarding schools


b)

A Native American-led rebellion


c)

The promotion of Native cultural preservation


d)

A federal act to provide resources for tribal schools


40.

Which of the following was a common rule in Indian boarding schools?

a)

Speaking only in their native language

b)

Attending traditional tribal ceremonies

c)

Adopting Western-style clothing and behavior

d)

Living with their families while attending school