Social Studies and Civics Flashcards
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What is the primary role of the Supreme Court in the United States?
Answer: To interpret the Constitution and decide if laws are constitutional
The Supreme Court, as the head of the judicial branch, interprets the U.S. Constitution and determines whether laws or government actions comply with it.
Which document stated that 'all men are created equal' and declared independence from Britain?
Answer: The Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence, adopted in 1776, declared the thirteen colonies' separation from Britain and proclaimed that all men are created equal.
What is the economic system in which individuals and businesses own property and compete in a free market?
Answer: Capitalism
Capitalism is an economic system based on private ownership of property and production, with prices determined by supply and demand in a free market.
What is the term for the total of goods and services produced by a country in a year?
Answer: Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures the total monetary value of all goods and services produced within a country's borders in a given year.
Which of the following is an example of a primary source?
Answer: A letter written by Abraham Lincoln during the Civil War
A primary source is an original document or artifact created at the time of the event, such as a letter, diary, or photograph from that period.
What does 'geography' primarily study?
Answer: The Earth's physical features, climate, and human populations
Geography is the study of the Earth's landscapes, environments, climate, and how humans interact with and are shaped by these physical features.