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?

Accepted Answer

1945

Answer

The passage clearly states 'The United Nations was established in 1945 after World War II.'

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?

Accepted Answer

The Bill of Rights

Answer

The passage directly states that 'The first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights' — identifying them by their common name.

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?

Accepted Answer

It has increased the gap between wealthy and poor countries

Answer

The passage states that critics argue globalization 'has also widened the gap between rich and poor nations,' meaning economic inequality between countries has grown.

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?

Accepted Answer

A soldier's letter written during the Civil War

Answer

A soldier's letter from the Civil War is a firsthand account from that time period, making it a primary source. Textbooks, documentaries, and encyclopedias are secondary sources that analyze events after the fact.

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?

Accepted Answer

A capital city

Answer

The passage states that 'a star often marks a capital city,' directly answering the question about what stars represent on maps.

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ELTIS Reading Social Studies Texts 3