Praxis 5001 Social Studies and Civics 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following is a PRIMARY source for a student researching the American Revolution?
- A textbook chapter on the Revolution
- A letter written by Benjamin Franklin in 1776 (Correct answer)
- A documentary film about the founding fathers
- An encyclopedia article about colonial America
Correct answer: A letter written by Benjamin Franklin in 1776
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:
- Administrative
- Judicial (Correct answer)
- Electoral
- Constitutional
Correct answer: Judicial
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?
- Political map
- Topographic map (Correct answer)
- Road map
- Population map
Correct answer: Topographic map
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?
- History
- Geography
- Civics
- Economics (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Economics
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?
- Federalism
- Majority rule (Correct answer)
- Judicial review
- Separation of powers
Correct answer: Majority rule
Voting on class rules models majority rule, where decisions are made based on the choice of more than half the group.
Question 6: Which term describes an economy where individuals and businesses make most economic decisions?
- Command economy
- Mixed economy
- Market economy (Correct answer)
- Traditional economy
Correct answer: Market economy
In a market (free) economy, prices and production decisions are determined by supply, demand, and individual choices rather than government mandate.
Praxis 5001 Social Studies and Civics 1
Which of the following is a PRIMARY source for a student researching the American Revolution?