NM-MSSA Social Studies

Question 1

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

Accepted Answer

Legislative

Answer

Executive

Answer

Judicial

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Military

Question 2

Which of the following best explains the purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

Accepted Answer

To declare freedom from British rule

Answer

To establish a new form of government

Answer

To create the U.S. Constitution

Answer

To end slavery in the colonies

Question 3

Which economic system is based on private ownership and the free market?

Accepted Answer

Capitalism

Answer

Socialism

Answer

Communism

Answer

Feudalism

Question 4

What was the primary purpose of the United Nations (UN) when it was founded in 1945?

Accepted Answer

To promote peace and prevent wars

Answer

To control world trade

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To spread democracy worldwide

Answer

To unify all countries under one government

Question 5

Which ancient civilization is known for its development of democracy?

Accepted Answer

Ancient Greece

Answer

Ancient Egypt

Answer

Ancient Rome

Answer

Ancient China