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Which of the following is the BEST example of a primary source in

history?

a) A presidential poster featuring Abraham Lincoln

b) A section of your text book about Abraham Lincoln

c) A speech written by

Abraham Lincoln

A speech written by Abraham Lincoln

(primary sources are materials created by people who lived during

historical events. They include letters, diaries, photographs…etc)

Who was the commander of the of the continental army,

that defeated the British and helped win the

American Revolution?

George Washington

(He was also our 1st

President!)

•Written by Thomas Jefferson

•Announced America’s separation from Great Britain

•“We hold these truths to be self evident”

•“Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness”

What historic Document is being described?

The Declaration of Independence

•1st 10 amendments to the constitution

•Guarantees protections of citizens rights

•Defines powers given to the states

What document is being described?

Bill of Rights

Explain the meaning of

“No taxation without

representation”

This was a popular saying in 1770’s Colonial America. The colonists did not feel it was fair to pay British taxes without any representation

in British government.

What were the 3 regions of the

original 13 colonies?

•New England

•Middle (Bread Basket)

•Southern

How did Native Americans help the settlers of the 13

colonies?

They taught them how to farm

What region included Massachusetts and

had shipbuilding and fishing as major

economic activities?

New England Colonies

What region included Virginia

and had tobacco as a major cash crop?

Southern Colonies

What were the main reasons for

colonization in the New World?

•Religious Freedom

•Land

•Economic Opportunities

•Chance for a better life

What document serves as the frame

work of U.S. government and the basis for all

laws?

The Constitution

What are the 3 Branches of U.S.

government?

•Executive (Enacts the laws)

•Legislative (Makes the laws)

•Judicial (Interprets the laws)

What branch of government makes

the laws and is made up of The

House of Representatives and The Senate?

Legislative Branch

What branch of government explains the

meaning of laws and is headed by

the Supreme Court?

Judicial Branch

What are the basic obligations/civic

duties of U.S. citizens?

•Cast an informed vote

•Obey laws

•Pay taxes

•Volunteer

•Serve in the military

•Serve on juries

•Go to school (if under 18)

What term describes a groups shared beliefs and

behaviors?

Culture

•Language

•Style of Shelter

•Religion

•Food

What is a good title for this list?

Factors that define culture

(Culture Traits)

This word describes the conflict between peoples desires and limited resources.

Scarcity

This term describes a government that is oppressive to it’s

people and abuses it’s power.

Tyranny

(We limit the power of our

government to prevent this)

What term describes a person who

assumes the risks of starting a new

business?

Entrepreneur

What is the BEST example of a

secondary source?

Text Book

Explain the difference between limited and

unlimited governments?

Limited Government = Limited Power

Unlimited Government=

Unlimited Power

What is the meaning of the term agriculture?

Farming and ranching

Name and describe the functions of all

the types of industry.

Primary- prepares and processes raw materials

Secondary- Creates new products out of raw

materials

Tertiary- Sells and distributes products

Quaternary- Advertising

What is “mechanization”?

Performing some job or task using machinery

•Digging a well

•Building a house

•Clearing a forest

What is a good title for this list?

Ways people change the environment

(Human Environment Interaction)

•Serving on juries

•Serving in the military (if called upon)

•Casting an informed vote

What is a good title for this list?

Responsibilities of U.S. citizens

(Civic Duties)

People on the coast sometimes build retaining walls to prevent erosion.

What is erosion?

The process by which wind, water and other environmental factors

wear away soil and stone

If there were a shortage of domestic reserves of the flu vaccine, what could the U.S. do to quickly solve

the problem?

A) Hire less efficient healthcare workers

B) Pay American doctors higher wages

C) Trade with countries that have a plentiful supply of the vaccine

Trade with countries that have a plentiful supply of

the vaccine

(it is the only answer that makes any sense!)

What were the most significant accomplishments of the Anasazi?

•Cliff Dwellings

•Irrigation Systems

What do you need to do to ensure you get a good

grade on the test tomorrow?

•Study! (Review/Bell ringers)

•Get a good nights sleep

•Read the questions carefully

•Take your time