Social Studies Quiz – Early Civics & Geography Review

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    The ways that people changed and adapted the environment is called.. 

    • Region
    • Human Environment Interaction
    • Place
    • Location
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You’ve covered the basics—rules, leaders, communities, and simple maps. But can you remember them when it counts? This Social Studies Quiz – Early Civics & Geography Review checks how well you’ve grasped foundational concepts from the start of the term. Perfect for early-grade learners, this quiz covers topics like local government, symbols of citizenship, cardinal directions, and cultural understanding. It’s great as a classroom warm-up, homework review, or test prep tool.
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  • 2. 

    Which of the following is NOT an example of the theme of movement? 

    • People immigrating (moving) to the US for jobs

    • Students travel around Philadelphia by bus to get to school

    • The Atlantic Coastal plain has low lying swamps

    • A store in Philadelphia is using FedEX to deliver goods to people in other states and countries

    Correct Answer
    A. The Atlantic Coastal plain has low lying swamps
    Explanation
    The Atlantic Coastal plain having low lying swamps is not an example of the theme of movement because it does not involve any kind of physical or geographical movement. The other options all involve some form of movement - people immigrating to the US, students traveling by bus, and a store using FedEx for delivery.

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  • 3. 

    The US and Canada were able to use their natural resources for ______________ development. For example, farmlands in the Great Plains are good places to farm and grow food. People sell this and make money! 

    • Economic

    • Geography

    • Climate

    • Weather

    Correct Answer
    A. Economic
    Explanation
    The correct answer is economic. The statement mentions that the US and Canada were able to use their natural resources for development, indicating that they were able to utilize these resources to generate economic growth. The example of farmlands in the Great Plains being good places to farm and grow food further supports the economic aspect, as people can sell the produce and make money from it.

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  • 4. 

    Building houses from natural materials and wearing coats in the cold are examples of Human - Environment interaction. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Building houses from natural materials and wearing coats in the cold are both examples of how humans interact with their environment. Building houses from natural materials shows how humans use resources from the environment to create shelter. Wearing coats in the cold demonstrates how humans adapt to their environment by using clothing to protect themselves from the cold temperatures. These actions reflect the ways in which humans rely on and modify their environment to meet their needs.

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  • 5. 

    Absolute location is found with ___________ and ________________. 

    • Prime Meridian and longitude

    • Equator and latitude

    • Latitude and Longitude

    • Relative and Variable

    Correct Answer
    A. Latitude and Longitude
    Explanation
    Latitude and longitude are used to determine the absolute location of a place on Earth. Latitude measures the distance north or south of the Equator, while longitude measures the distance east or west of the Prime Meridian. By using these two coordinates, we can pinpoint the exact location of a place and accurately describe its position on the globe.

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  • 6. 

     North America is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    North America is indeed surrounded by the Pacific Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean. Geographically, North America is bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. This positioning makes North America a continent that is surrounded by these two major bodies of water.

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  • 7. 

    How are weather and climate different? 

    • Climate is the average weather over time of a place, weather is the daily conditions

    • Climate is the daily conditions of rainy/snowy/sunny, weather is the average

    • Climate and weather are the same

    Correct Answer
    A. Climate is the average weather over time of a place, weather is the daily conditions
    Explanation
    Climate refers to the long-term patterns and trends of weather conditions in a specific region, while weather refers to the short-term and daily variations in temperature, precipitation, wind, etc. Climate is determined by factors such as latitude, altitude, ocean currents, and atmospheric conditions, and it remains relatively stable over time. On the other hand, weather can change rapidly and is influenced by factors like air pressure systems, fronts, and local geography. Therefore, climate and weather are different because climate represents the average weather conditions over a long period, while weather represents the current or daily conditions.

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  • 8. 

    Latitude lines run from East to West across the Earth parallel to the equator. The closer to the equator, the climate is usually _______________________

    • Colder

    • Warmer

    Correct Answer
    A. Warmer
    Explanation
    Latitude lines run parallel to the equator, which means that as you move closer to the equator, the climate tends to become warmer. This is because the sun's rays hit the Earth more directly near the equator, resulting in higher temperatures. As you move away from the equator and towards the poles, the angle at which the sun's rays hit the Earth becomes more oblique, leading to cooler temperatures. Therefore, the correct answer is "Warmer".

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  • 9. 

    Physical and __________________ characteristics make up a place. For example, in the US there are many natural features like mountains, and also man made features like monuments, buildings and roads. 

    • Place

    • Location

    • Human

    • Weather

    Correct Answer
    A. Human
    Explanation
    Human characteristics refer to the elements of a place that are created or influenced by human beings. This can include things like buildings, monuments, roads, and other man-made features. In the given example, the US is mentioned as having both natural features like mountains and human-made features like monuments and buildings. Therefore, human characteristics are an important aspect of defining a place.

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  • 10. 

    ______________________ lines run North and South and are parallel to the Prime Meridian. 

    • Latitude

    • Equator

    • Longitude

    Correct Answer
    A. Longitude
    Explanation
    Longitude lines run North and South and are parallel to the Prime Meridian. Longitude measures the distance in degrees East or West of the Prime Meridian, which is the reference point for measuring longitude. It helps in determining a specific location's position in the East-West direction on the Earth's surface. The lines of longitude are also known as meridians and are used to create a grid system on maps and globes, enabling accurate navigation and location identification.

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  • 11. 

    Vegetation is the average amount of rain. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Vegetation is the average amount of rain" is incorrect. Vegetation refers to the plants and trees in a particular area, while the average amount of rain refers to the average quantity of rainfall in that area. These two terms are not interchangeable and represent different aspects of the ecosystem. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 12. 

    The United States and Canada (both) have a wide variety of vegetation zones like desert, forest and tundra. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because both the United States and Canada have diverse vegetation zones. They have deserts in the southwestern parts, forests in various regions, and tundra in the northern areas. This diversity is due to the vast geographical and climatic differences present in both countries.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following is an example of the relative location of the US? 

    • North of Mexico and South of Canada

    • 45 degrees N, 130 degrees W

    • 60 degrees S, 160 degrees

    • South of Mexico and near India

    Correct Answer
    A. North of Mexico and South of Canada
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "North of Mexico and South of Canada." This answer describes the relative position of the US in relation to its neighboring countries, Mexico and Canada. It indicates that the US is located to the north of Mexico and to the south of Canada, giving a sense of its geographical location.

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  • 14. 

    Which of these is NOT one of the five themes of geography? 

    • Region

    • Movement

    • Human Environment Interaction

    • Location

    • Place

    • Climate

    Correct Answer
    A. Climate
    Explanation
    Climate is not one of the five themes of geography because the five themes of geography are region, movement, human-environment interaction, location, and place. These themes are used to study and understand different aspects of the Earth's physical and human features, including how they are organized, how they interact, and how they impact each other. Climate, on the other hand, refers specifically to the long-term weather patterns of a particular area and is not one of the fundamental themes used to analyze and study geography.

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  • 15. 

    The regions of the US like Atlantic Coastal Plain, Intermountain Region and Great Plains are examples of this theme of geography. 

    • Human Environment Interaction

    • Region

    • Location

    Correct Answer
    A. Region
    Explanation
    The regions of the US like Atlantic Coastal Plain, Intermountain Region, and Great Plains are examples of the theme of geography called "Region." A region is an area that shares common characteristics and can be defined by physical features, climate, culture, or economic factors. In this case, these regions are defined by their specific geographical features and landscapes. The Atlantic Coastal Plain is known for its flat terrain and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, the Intermountain Region is characterized by its mountain ranges and valleys, and the Great Plains are known for their vast, flat grasslands. Therefore, these regions exemplify the theme of geography known as "Region."

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