MAP Core Concepts and Principles 4

Question 1

What is the capital of Missouri?

Accepted Answer

Jefferson City

Answer

Jefferson City has been Missouri's state capital since 1826.

Question 2

What did the Missouri Compromise of 1820 accomplish?

Accepted Answer

Admitted Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state

Answer

It kept the Senate balance by admitting Missouri (slave) and Maine (free).

Question 3

The president's power to veto a bill passed by Congress is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Checks and balances

Answer

A veto lets the executive branch limit the legislative branch's power.

Question 4

If demand for a product increases while supply stays the same, the price will most likely:

Accepted Answer

Increase

Answer

Higher demand with fixed supply creates scarcity, pushing prices up.

Question 5

Which of the following is a primary source about the Civil War?

Accepted Answer

A soldier's diary written during the war

Answer

Primary sources are created by people who directly experienced the event.

MAP - Missouri Assessment Program Practice Test