FREE OCCT Social Studies Content Knowledge Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Establish government structure

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Declare independence

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Explain tax laws

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List individual state powers

Question 2

Which U.S. document begins with 'We the People'?

Accepted Answer

U.S. Constitution

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Declaration of Independence

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Bill of Rights

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Federalist Papers

Question 3

What event triggered the start of the American Revolutionary War?

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Lexington and Concord

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Boston Tea Party

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Stamp Act

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Boston Massacre

Question 4

What is the economic system of the United States?

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Capitalism

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Socialism

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Communism

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Feudalism

Question 5

Which branch of government interprets laws?

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Judicial

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Legislative

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Executive

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Cabinet

Question 6

Which ancient civilization is credited with developing democracy?

Accepted Answer

Greece

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Rome

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China

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Egypt

Question 7

Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the First Amendment?

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Freedom of speech

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Right to bear arms

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Right to a fair trial

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Freedom from taxation

Question 8

What is the role of the legislative branch?

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Makes laws

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Interprets laws

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Enforces laws

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Votes in elections

Question 9

Which continent is located entirely in the Southern Hemisphere?

Accepted Answer

Australia

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Africa

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South America

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Asia

What is the primary purpose of the U.S.Constitution?