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Social Studies Review

Grade 3 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-I8CB6Z-17DN

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What does supply and demand help determine?

2.

What is a tariff?

3.

What principle divides power among government branches?

4.

What is federalism?

5.

Why can map projections distort Earth?

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What is judicial review?

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How is absolute location expressed?

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What is civic participation?

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What is the rule of law?

10.

What is specialization in economics?

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. What does supply and demand help determine?Prices and quantities in markets
  2. What is a tariff?A tax on imported goods
  3. What principle divides power among government branches?Separation of powers
  4. What is federalism?Power shared between national and state governments
  5. Why can map projections distort Earth?A sphere is flattened onto a plane
  6. What is judicial review?Courts examine whether laws follow the Constitution
  7. How is absolute location expressed?Latitude and longitude
  8. What is civic participation?Taking part in community and government
  9. What is the rule of law?Everyone, including leaders, is subject to law
  10. What is specialization in economics?Focusing on particular goods, services, or tasks

Worked example

Identify the time, place, people, and evidence in the question.

Common mistake

Treating an opinion as a historical fact.

Helpful hint

Look for context and source evidence.