MCAS MCAS History and Social Studies 3

Question 1

What is the primary role of the Supreme Court in the United States?

Accepted Answer

To interpret laws and determine their constitutionality

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To create new laws

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To enforce existing laws

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To declare war on foreign nations

Question 2

Which of the following describes a 'primary source' in historical research?

Accepted Answer

An original document or artifact from the time period being studied

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A textbook summary of events

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A documentary made about historical events

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A historian's analysis of events

Question 3

What was the purpose of the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln in 1863?

Accepted Answer

To declare freedom for enslaved people in Confederate states

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To end the Civil War

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To grant voting rights to all citizens

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To abolish slavery nationwide permanently

Question 4

What does the term 'manifest destiny' refer to in American history?

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The idea that the U.S. was destined to expand across the entire North American continent

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The belief that the U.S. should remain isolated from world affairs

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A policy of welcoming immigrants to America

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The doctrine of religious freedom in the colonies

Question 5

Which branch of the U.S. government has the power to declare war?

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Congress (Legislative Branch)

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The President (Executive Branch)

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The Supreme Court (Judicial Branch)

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The Department of Defense

Question 6

What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact signed in 1620?

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It was one of the first examples of self-governance in the colonies

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It established trade agreements with Native Americans

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It declared war on Spain

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It granted land rights to the Plymouth settlers