FREE CMAS Social Studies Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is a primary source of historical information?

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A diary written by a soldier during World War II

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A textbook summarizing World War II

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A documentary film about World War II

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An encyclopedia entry on World War II

Question 2

What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

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To declare the colonies' independence from Britain

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To establish a new government

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To outline the rights of citizens

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To propose a new constitution

Question 3

Which of the following amendments to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery?

Accepted Answer

The 13th Amendment

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The 19th Amendment

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The 14th Amendment

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The 15th Amendment

Question 4

Which geographic feature is most commonly associated with the location of early civilizations?

Accepted Answer

Rivers

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Deserts

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Mountains

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Plains

Question 5

What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?

Accepted Answer

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It ended the Civil War.

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It granted women the right to vote.

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It freed enslaved people in Confederate states.

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It established the first public schools.