TerraNova Social Studies 1

Question 1

Which document declared the independence of the United States from Britain in 1776?

Accepted Answer

Declaration of Independence

Answer

The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, formally announced the colonies' separation from Britain.

Question 2

What is the name of the supreme law of the United States?

Accepted Answer

The Constitution

Answer

The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the land, establishing the framework of the federal government.

Question 3

Which ocean lies along the east coast of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Atlantic Ocean

Answer

The Atlantic Ocean borders the eastern coastline of the United States.

Question 4

What is the capital of the United States?

Accepted Answer

Washington, D.C.

Answer

Washington, D.C. is the federal capital and home to all three branches of the U.S. government.

Question 5

Which war was fought between the Northern and Southern states of the U.S. from 1861 to 1865?

Accepted Answer

Civil War

Answer

The American Civil War was fought between the Union (North) and the Confederacy (South) over slavery and states' rights.

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