Question 1

The United States is a&#10;A) monarchy.&#10;B) dictatorship.&#10;C) democracy.&#10;D) oligarchy.

Accepted Answer

The United States is classified as a democracy, specifically a federal republic, where power is vested in elected representatives and the eligible voting population.

Question 2

The purpose of holding class meetings is to&#10;A) allow children to have a voice.&#10;B) solve classroom disputes.&#10;C) allow children to experience the democratic process.&#10;D) all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Class meetings serve multiple purposes: they give children a platform to express themselves, provide a structured way to resolve conflicts, and offer a practical experience of democratic decision-making processes.

Question 3

Character education is the responsibility of&#10;A) the social studies.&#10;B) the parents.&#10;C) the church.&#10;D) the entire elementary school curriculum.

Accepted Answer

Character education is considered a responsibility of the entire elementary school curriculum, not limited to a specific subject, parents, or the church. It is integrated across various subjects and activities to foster moral and ethical development in students.

Question 4

Constitution Day is the official celebration of the final draft of the Constitution on&#10;A) July 4, 1776.&#10;B) September 17, 1787.&#10;C) September 19, 1777.&#10;D) September 17, 1789.

Accepted Answer

Constitution Day is observed on September 17th to commemorate the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787.

Question 5

The three parts of the Constitution are the&#10;A) Preamble, Articles, and Amendments.&#10;B) Articles, Amendments, and Declaration.&#10;C) Preamble, Amendments, and Declaration.&#10;D) Declaration, Preamble, and Amendments.

Accepted Answer

The Constitution consists of the Preamble, which introduces the document's purpose and guiding principles; the Articles, which establish how the government is structured and how it operates; and the Amendments, which are changes or additions made to the Constitution over time.

Question 6

Detractors of globalization warn that it can&#10;A) bring peace and prosperity to the world.&#10;B) spread democracy.&#10;C) infringe on national and individual freedom.&#10;D) bring greater respect for human rights.

Accepted Answer

Detractors of globalization often argue that it can infringe on national and individual freedom by imposing economic models and cultural norms that may not align with local practices or values.

Question 7

The ____________ defines citizenship. A) 13^th Amendment. B) 8^th Amendment. C) 4^th Amendment. D) 14^th Amendment.

Accepted Answer

The 14th Amendment to the United States Constitution defines citizenship by granting citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, including former slaves, and provides all citizens with equal protection under the laws.

Question 8

Which of strategy can aid in teaching civic responsibilities?&#10;A) taking polls.&#10;B) simulated voting.&#10;C) studying the topic.&#10;D) analyzing the Constitution.

Accepted Answer

Simulated voting allows students to experience the process of voting and learn about the importance of civic participation.

Question 9

In a pluralistic society such as the United States, celebrations and holidays present
many challenges and opportunities for elementary school teachers. What is at the center of public schools' position on these issues? Select one issue (perhaps from current events) to specifically discuss in terms of both the challenges and opportunities for social studies instruction.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a pluralistic society such as the...

Question 10

Explain several strategies to help children understand that the U.S Constitution &#10;embodies the purposes, values, and principles of our democracy.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain several strategies to help children understand...

Deck 11: Civics: Young Citizens in Action