FREE NeSA Social Studies Questions and Answers
What is the main function of the judicial branch of the U.S. government?
The judicial branch, headed by the Supreme Court, interprets the laws and ensures they are applied correctly according to the Constitution.
What was the primary purpose of the Lewis and Clark expedition?
Commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson, the Lewis and Clark expedition (1804-1806) aimed to explore the newly acquired Louisiana Territory and find a practical route to the Pacific Ocean.
Which economic system is characterized by private or corporate ownership of capital goods?
Capitalism is an economic system where trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit, rather than by the state.
Which event marked the beginning of the American Civil War?
The Civil War began on April 12, 1861, when Confederate forces attacked Fort Sumter in Charleston, South Carolina.
Which document established the first framework of government for the United States?
The Articles of Confederation were adopted by the Continental Congress in 1777 and served as the first constitution of the United States until the current U.S. Constitution was adopted in 1787.