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WorksheetsSocial Studies QA2 Review 25/26
Total questions: 48
Worksheet time: 25mins
Simón Bolívar was a Venezuelan military leader who fought against
the Spanish Empire in South America. As a native to the New World,
Bolívar was considered a “creole” (wealthy Venezuelan Criollo) and not
allowed to attain the highest offices in society. However, this did not
stop him from seeking his “purpose”. Bolivar is remembered for leading
Venezuela, Colombia, Panama, Ecuador, and Peru to their
independence. He was nicknamed El Libertador.
Choose the following statement that is best supported by the passage.
Simon Bolivar helped liberate his homeland from European Control.
Simon Bolivar was a very happy man because he was wealthy.
Simon Bolivar was devastated by not being allowed to hold a high position in society.
Use the chart to match the following:
Free Market (Enterprise) Economy
the government owns most business
the economy produces services and goods and the government might regulate some
citizens can create and run private businesses
If a person lived in a country where television had a variety of broadcast channels, many different types of job opportunities were available, and farmers could produce whatever foods they wanted, the economy would best be described as:
A. Free Market (Enterprise) Economy
B. Mixed Economy
C. Command Economy
Read the following description of agriculture and choose the best statements supported by the passage and accurately describe agriculture and an agricultural economy.
Agriculture is another word for farming. It includes
both growing and harvesting crops and raising
animals, or livestock. Agriculture provides the food
and many raw materials that humans need to
survive. Agricultural economies demonstrate how
societies use available resources to meet the needs of
people.
Fruits and vegetables are enjoyed by people all over the world.
Mateo’s parents grow surplus amounts of food so that they can sell it for a profit.
Agriculture is the practice of growing food, raising animals, and producing natural materials.
People who harvest and sell food products are part of an agricultural economy.
Owning farming equipment can be very expensive.
Here is a table demonstrating Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of different countries. Study the table and choose the correct statement.
According to the table, country C is the least developed country.
According to the table, country C is the most developed country.
Which of the following terms below indicates that a government which ensures the rights of citizens are protected and prevents the abuse of power.
LIMITED
UNLIMITED
Choose the correct category from the PEGS labels: POLITICAL - ECONOMICS - GEOGRAPHIC - SOCIAL
A foreign-owned factory in Mexico that assembles products for export to other countries, typically the United States, is known as a "maquiladora". Choose the correct PEGS label for this statement.
ECONOMICS
POLITICAL
GEOGRAPHIC
SOCIAL
Complete the chart with the correct PEGS labels: POLITICAL - ECONOMICS - GEOGRAPHIC - SOCIAL José Clemente Orozco was a Mexican caricaturist and painter, who specialized in political murals that established the Mexican Mural Renaissance. Fill in the correct PEGS label for this statement.
SOCIAL
POLITICAL
ECONOMICS
GEOGRAPHIC
Complete the chart with the correct PEGS labels: POLITICAL - ECONOMICS - GEOGRAPHIC - SOCIAL
Mexico is a federal republic with a separation of powers into three branches: executive, legislative, and judicial.
Fill in the correct PEGS label for this statement.
POLITICAL
ECONOMICS
GEOGRAPHIC
SOCIAL
Complete the chart with the correct PEGS labels: POLITICAL - ECONOMICS - GEOGRAPHIC - SOCIAL Mexico has a diverse geography, including mountains, volcanoes, deserts, beaches, and more. Fill in the correct PEGS label for this statement.
GEOGRAPHIC
POLITICAL
ECONOMICS
SOCIAL
Read the following information about the Caribbean Islands and answer the following
question.
An archipelago is a group of islands that are close
together. That is why the islands in the Caribbean
are called the Caribbean Archipelago. This region
is largely appealing for the sun, sand, and sea
scene. The Caribbean Islands depend on tourism
for their economy. Despite the fact that tourism is
very reliant on the natural environment of the
region, it has negative environmental impacts.
These impacts include marine pollution and
degradation, as well as a high demand for water
and energy resources. This can be detrimental to
the local people who also need water and energy
to survive.
According to the passage, which of the following is a negative effect of tourism in the Caribbean Islands?
This region is largely appealing for the sun, sand, and sea scene.
The Caribbean Islands depend on tourism for their economy
An archipelago is a group of islands that are close together.
These impacts include marine pollution and degradation, as well as a high demand for water and energy resources.
Which ancient civilization is responsible for the following achievements? Known for their monumental architecture, which combined geometrical stonework with the natural landscape. Machu Picchu, a fortress complex built in the Andes Mountains. Developed terraced farming, known as "andenes", to create farmland on the steep slopes of the Andes Mountains. Ensured a water supply through a network of canals, aqueducts, and reservoirs.
Mayans
Aztecs
Incas
Egyptians
Study the population map of South America and answer the following question.
The highest population is near the center of South America.
The highest population is near the east coast of South America.
The lowest population is along the coasts of South America.
The highest population is near the west coast of South America.
Which of the following lists the four main factors of production?
natural resources, labor, capital, and entrepreneurs
natural resources, food, government, and entrepreneurs
food, shelter, sun, and water
political, economics, geography, and social
This is a climate map of Mexico.. Analyze the map and answer the question that follows.
In which part of Mexico would you expect desert vegetation because it is so dry?
north/northwest
south/southwest
south
southeast
According to the map, which urban city is located between 30°N and 40°N?
A. Havana
B. Monterrey
C. Mexico City
D. Merida
Which PEGS label would you assign to the statement: 'Mexico's population is concentrated in urban areas such as Mexico City and Monterrey'?
GEOGRAPHIC
POLITICAL
ECONOMICS
SOCIAL
Mexico’s climate ranges from arid in the north to tropical in the south.
True
False
What problems do tourist cause?
mistreat and insult islanders
spend too much money
stay for long periods of time
pollute and use up resources
Read the following passage about the Columbian Exchange and choose the best terms to
complete the statement.
The Columbian Exchange is like a big sharing
of stuff between the Americas (the "New
World") and Europe/Africa (the "Old World")
after Christopher Columbus sailed there,
where they traded plants, animals, diseases,
and even ideas, which means different
cultures started mixing and sharing things
they didn't have before.
diffusion / practices
practices/ diffusion
differences / beliefs
beliefs / differences
Look at the graph demonstrating Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of different
countries. Study the image and choose the statement that is accurate.
According to the graph, Private Service industries were lower than Government industries.
According to the graph, Private Goods industries are higher than all other industries, except
for in 2024: Q1.
Identify whether the government is rule by one, rule by few, or rule by many.
Representative Democracy
Rule by
one
Rule by
few
Rule by many
Identify whether the government is rule by one, rule by few, or rule by many.
Dictatorship
Rule by
one
Rule by
few
Rule by many
Identify whether the government is rule by one, rule by few, or rule by many.
Totalitarian Dictatorship
Rule by
one
Rule by
few
Rule by many
Identify whether the government is rule by one, rule by few, or rule by many.
Theocracy
Rule by
one
Rule by
few
Rule by many
Identify whether the government is rule by one, rule by few, or rule by many.
Monarchy
Rule by
one
Rule by
few
Rule by many
Identify whether the government is rule by one, rule by few, or rule by many.
Constitutional Monarchy
Rule by
one
Rule by
few
Rule by many
Identify whether the government is limited or unlimited.
Representative Democracy
Limited
Unlimited
Identify whether the government is limited or unlimited.
Dictatorship
Limited
Unlimited
Identify whether the government is limited or unlimited.
Totalitarian Dictatorship
limited
unlimited
Identify whether the government is limited or unlimited.
Theocracy
limited
unlimited
Identify whether the government is limited or unlimited.
Monarchy
limited
unlimited
Identify whether the government is limited or unlimited.
Constitutional Monarchy
limited
unlimited
What does representative democracy mean?
A king and his family rule the country.
Nobody can choose their leaders.
The people vote for their leaders.
Existing leaders pass on their job to their family.
Led by a king or queen.
Dictatorship
Monarchy
These are the characteristic of a
Limited government
Unlimited government
Constitutional monarchy
Representative Democracy
Which PEGS label would best fit the statement: 'Mexico's economy relies heavily on oil exports and manufacturing'?
SOCIAL
GEOGRAPHIC
POLITICAL
ECONOMICS
Which is not part of the Old World?
Africa
Asia
Europe
North & South America
The___________ a country’s GDP, the better the country’s standard of living.
lower
greater
smaller
answers 1 and 3 are correct
Who is Diego Rivera?
a zookeeper from San Diego
an influential artist from the 20th century
a blacksmith from the 1940s
an actor from Medieval Times
This picture most likely shows an area with:
A high population density
A low population density
This picture most likely shows an area with:
A high population density
A low population density
Which types of factors can effect population density? Check all that apply.
Landforms
Availability of resources such as food and water
Availability of jobs
Climate
In the former Soviet Union, consumers had to wait in long lines to buy everyday items like bread. They did not have many choices and the government controlled factories. In what type of economy did they live?
Market
Mixed
Traditional
Command
In a market economy, goods and services were privately owned businesses.
True
False
In a Command Economy, the government provides and controls the goods and services.
True
False
