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Practice NGSSS for U.S. History and Civics
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Question 1

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After World War I, what did the U.S. government hope to achieve by lending money to Germany?
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  • technological and military assistance from Europe
  • political and economic stability in Europe
  • investments for United States industries
  • profits for United States banks

Question 2

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The photograph below shows President Richard Nixon on a 1972 overseas diplomatic trip. What was a long-term consequence of the event shown in the photograph?
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  • the easing of Cold War tensions
  • the easing of Vietnam War protests
  • a commitment to preserve historical landmarks
  • a commitment to continue humanitarian missions

Question 3

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The table below provides information about the African-American population in several cities after the Civil War. Which condition in society was primarily responsible for the change in urban population?
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  • absence of agricultural employment in Southern communities
  • lack of political representation in Southern communities
  • availability of job opportunities in Northern cities
  • prevalence of racial equality in Northern cities

Question 4

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The newspaper headline below describes a significant event in U.S. foreign affairs. How did this event contribute to the United States’ entry into World War I?
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  • It furthered anti-government protests in the United States.
  • It encouraged anti-immigration campaigns in the United States.
  • It became necessary for President Wilson to propose a plan for peace.
  • It became difficult for President Wilson to defend a policy of neutrality.

Question 5

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The cartoon below depicts a social issue in United States history. With which social issue is this cartoon associated?
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  • the power of political machines during the Second Industrial Revolution
  • the power of big businesses during the Second Industrial Revolution
  • the influence of immigration quotas during the Gilded Age
  • the influence of suffrage reformers during the Gilded Age

Question 6

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The graph below provides information about world oil supplies in 2007. How has the relationship between oil reserves, production, and consumption influenced United States foreign policy?
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  • The United States maintains military bases in Western European countries.
  • The United States contributes humanitarian aid to Central African countries.
  • The United States is committed to trade relations with Central Asian countries.
  • The United States is interested in maintaining stability in Middle Eastern countries.

Question 7

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The diagram below shows that the colonists formed some of their political views from some historical documents. Which phrase completes the diagram?
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  • Separation of powers
  • Economic freedom
  • Self-government
  • Individual rights

Question 8

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How did the U.S. Constitution solve a problem created by the Articles of Confederation?
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  • It avoided the issue of states’ rights.
  • It allowed the states to elect representatives.
  • It prevented the amendment of federal laws.
  • It enabled the federal government to collect taxes.

Question 9

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The illustration below shows a legal document. Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents?
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  • to guarantee court hearings remain public
  • to guarantee courts provide probable cause
  • to protect the constitutional right to be tried by one’s peers
  • to protect the constitutional right to confront one’s accuser

Question 10

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What has been one long-term result of the constitutional protection of free speech?
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  • fewer court cases involving minors
  • fewer laws limiting minority rights
  • a more accurate election
  • a more informed society

Question 11

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The poster below was created in 1917. Which type of communication is shown in this poster?
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  • accurate
  • biased
  • informational
  • propagandized

Question 12

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The U.S. government is a member of which organization?
Answer
  • United Nations
  • European Union
  • World Wildlife Fund
  • International Red Cross

Question 13

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What do an absolute monarchy and an autocracy have in common?
Answer
  • a single ruler
  • a written constitution
  • a national court system
  • a single legislative house

Question 14

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The Venn diagram below shows some services provided by state and local governments. Which service completes the Venn diagram?
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  • regulating taxicabs
  • creating a police force
  • issuing driver licenses
  • regulating savings banks
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