ELTIS Reading Social Studies Texts 3

Question 1

A passage states: 'The United Nations was established in 1945 after World War II with the primary goal of maintaining international peace and security.
Today, it has 193 member states and works on issues including human rights, climate change, and global health.' When was the United Nations founded?

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1945

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1939

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1950

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1918

Question 2

Read the excerpt: 'The Constitution can be changed through amendments. The first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, protect individual freedoms such as freedom of speech, religion, and the press.' What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

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The Bill of Rights

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The Declaration of Independence

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The Articles of Confederation

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The Emancipation Proclamation

Question 3

A social studies text reads: 'Globalization refers to the increasing interconnection of the world's economies, cultures, and populations. While it has created economic growth and cultural exchange, critics argue it has also widened the gap between rich and poor nations.' According to the passage, what is one criticism of globalization?

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It has increased the gap between wealthy and poor countries

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It has reduced cultural exchange

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It has decreased economic growth

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It has isolated countries from each other

Question 4

The text states: 'A primary source is an original document or firsthand account from a specific time period, such as a diary, letter, or photograph. A secondary source analyzes or interprets primary sources, such as a textbook or documentary.' Which of the following is a primary source?

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A soldier's letter written during the Civil War

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A modern textbook about the Civil War

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A documentary film about the Civil War

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An encyclopedia article about the Civil War

Question 5

An excerpt reads: 'Maps use a legend, also called a key, to explain the symbols used on the map. For example, a blue line typically represents a river, while a star often marks a capital city.' What does a star usually represent on a map?

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A capital city

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A river

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A mountain

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A border

Question 6

The passage reads: 'Manifest Destiny was the 19th-century belief that the United States was destined to expand across the North American continent from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. This belief was used to justify westward expansion, including the displacement of Native American peoples.' What does 'displacement' most likely mean in this context?

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Forcing people to move from their homeland

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Inviting people to a celebration

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Providing new homes for everyone

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Allowing people to stay where they are