Praxis 5001 Social Studies and Civics

Question 1

Which of the following is a PRIMARY source for a student researching the American Revolution?

Accepted Answer

A letter written by Benjamin Franklin in 1776

Answer

A primary source is an original document or artifact created at the time of the event — a letter written by Franklin in 1776 qualifies directly.

Question 2

The three branches of the U.S. federal government are legislative, executive, and:

Accepted Answer

Judicial

Answer

The three branches are the legislative (Congress), executive (President), and judicial (Supreme Court), each with distinct powers.

Question 3

Which geographic tool shows elevation changes across a landscape?

Accepted Answer

Topographic map

Answer

Topographic maps use contour lines to represent changes in elevation and the physical features of a landscape.

Question 4

Supply and demand is a concept best taught in which social studies strand for elementary students?

Accepted Answer

Economics

Answer

Supply and demand is a core economic concept taught in the economics strand of social studies.

Question 5

A classroom activity where students vote on rules for their class simulates which democratic process?

Accepted Answer

Majority rule

Answer

Voting on class rules models majority rule, where decisions are made based on the choice of more than half the group.

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