Reading 3rd Grade 2nd Six Weeks Social Studies Review

Which statement below does NOT describe a way Benjamin Franklin helped shape our nation?

• He began the post office.

• He started the first abolition organization.

• He created the Franklin stove.

• He was the first U.S. president.

Which statement below describes a way electricity has changed the world?

• Children’s video games in colonial times were slower than video games today.

• Children spend less time playing inside playing video games today than ever before.

• Children spend more time inside playing video games today than ever before.

• Children’s games in colonial times were played inside more often than outside.

What event did Clara Barton live through that inspired her to start the American Red Cross?

• Korean War

• Civil War

• Vietnam War

• The Great War

Who designed the original plans for the development of Washington D.C.?

• Benjamin Banneker

• Benjamin Franklin

• Pierre-Charles L’Enfant

• Thomas Jefferson

Who surveyed the land where Washington D.C. was built?

• Benjamin Banneker

• Benjamin Franklin

• Pierre-Charles L’Enfant

• Thomas Jefferson

How did the Founding Fathers contribute to the development of the United States?

• These are the key figures who fought in the American Revolution.

• These are the key figures who worked with the British government for peace.

• These are the key figures who broke free from England and developed the United States government.

• These are the key figures who developed the geography of the United States.

What is the name of the settlement Daniel Boone established?

• Dallas Texas

• Boonesborough Kentucky

• Washington D.C.

• Atlanta Georgia

Which is a reason people form communities?

• a need to feel safe

• a need to find a lawyer

• a need to sleep

• a need to be truthful

Which is one reason the United States formed a democracy?

• a need to have a monarchy

• a need to find religion

• a need for fair laws

• a need to be read

Jacqueline has based her life on helping others which tells us what?

• Jacqueline works hard.

• Jacqueline is truthful.

• Jacqueline is a good citizen.

• Jacqueline votes every year.