WorksheetsWG 15
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 11mins
According to this report, which action most likely led to the formation of new boundaries in Sudan? (WG.14A)
the designation of an official language
the use of peaceful political processes
the application of judicial principles
the use of military force
One reason for the stability of the U.S. political system is that widespread public support exists for — 15B
government welfare programs.
a single state-sponsored religion.
allowing citizens to choose government officials.
requiring military service by citizens.
What types of events can cause an upsurge in nationalism and patriotism? (WG.15B)
A great economy and political peace
Military attack and polarizing political events such as an economic downturn.
A loss by the Populist political party paired with a good economy
A poor economy and many candidates with good policy agendas
Which inference is best supported by these maps? (13B)
Mexico had more foreign allies in 1848 than in 1836.
Mexico had the largest economy in North America during the mid-1800s.
The United States had more power than Mexico during the mid-1800s.
A peace treaty allowed the United States to annex the Republic of Texas in 1821.
Which conclusion is supported by this map? (13B)
Barack Obama was more popular in the southern part of the country.
John McCain received the most electoral votes.
John McCain received more electoral votes along the West Coast.
Barack Obama won more densely populated states.
Which speaker would most support this petition? 15A
Speaker 4: Environmental mining regulations raise energy costs for consumers.
Speaker 3: Coal production provides a large percentage of jobs in the region.
Speaker 1: Coal provides inexpensive energy that benefits all regions of the nation.
Speaker 2: People who live near mining sites suffer negative health effects.
Which conclusion is best supported by the maps? 13B
The Sunni Kurds are supporters of the National Iraqi Alliance.
The Iraqiya party influence is strong with the Sunni Kurds and the Shia Arabs.
The State of Law party influence is strong with the Shia Arabs and the Sunni Arabs.
The Sunni Arabs are supporters of the Kurdish party.
Canada passed the Canadian Multiculturalism Act to — 15B
reflect the French culture of the country
promote the country’s ethnic diversity
support native Canadian viewpoints
create new immigration laws
Canada passed the Canadian Multiculturalism Act to — 15B
reflect the French culture of the country
promote the country’s ethnic diversity
support native Canadian viewpoints
create new immigration laws
Which statement is supported by the information chart? 15A
Overall reduction of carbon emissions is driving discussions of offshore oil drilling.
General agreement over environmental risks associated with offshore oil drilling has limited progress.
Opposing viewpoints about offshore oil drilling focus on economic benefits versus the environmental impact.
Global energy consumption is the main focus in analyzing offshore oil drilling practices.
Which speaker would most likely support the creation of an agency to determine water allocation? 15A
Speaker 2
Speaker 1
Speaker 4
Speaker 3
A main purpose of the levee system found in New Orleans is to (WG.2B)
prevent flooding from the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain.
contain the rising tides of the Gulf of Mexico caused by warmer temperatures
lessen the erosion of the bayous and swamplands due to land development.
decrease potential environmental damage caused by water pollution from factories.
What was one reason for the construction of this dam? (WG.2B)
a decrease in the amount of irrigation needed by regional farms
an increase in the demand for electricity as the population grew
an increase in the need for protection of native animals’ habitats
a decrease in the amount of natural resources available in the area
When one political party draws congressional boundaries to its own advantage, this is called (WG.13B)
Packing
Gerrymandering
Redlining
Redistricting
