
Social Studies 1Q REVIEW

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Social Studies
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5th Grade
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Silvana Mantilla
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To take and gather crops such as wheat and corn for use is called:
endeavor
harvest
mesa
potlatch
Answer explanation
The process of taking and gathering crops like wheat and corn is known as 'harvest.' This term specifically refers to the collection of mature crops from the fields.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A flat-topped hill with sides that are steep is called a:
prairie
mesa
potlatch
harvest
Answer explanation
A flat-topped hill with steep sides is known as a mesa. This term specifically describes the geographical feature characterized by its flat summit and steep cliffs, distinguishing it from other landforms.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A special feast given by Native Americans of the Northwest Coast in which the guests receive gifts is called a:
hieroglyph
endeavor
potlatch
timeline
Answer explanation
A potlatch is a ceremonial feast among Native Americans of the Northwest Coast where hosts give gifts to guests, symbolizing wealth and status. This distinguishes it from the other options, which do not relate to this cultural practice.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A type of writing in which pictures are used for words is known as:
hieroglyph
totem pole
oral history
slash-and-burn
Answer explanation
Hieroglyphs are a writing system that uses pictorial symbols to represent words or sounds, primarily used in ancient Egypt. The other options do not relate to a writing system involving pictures.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A method used to clear land for farming by cutting and burning trees is called:
hunter-gatherer
slash-and-burn
oral history
totem pole
Answer explanation
The method used to clear land for farming by cutting and burning trees is known as "slash-and-burn." This technique is commonly employed in agriculture to prepare fields for planting.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Spoken records, including stories, passed down from one generation to the next are known as:
oral history
timeline
endeavor
harvest
Answer explanation
Spoken records, such as stories, that are passed down through generations are referred to as 'oral history.' This term specifically captures the essence of sharing cultural narratives verbally.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
An early human who lived by gathering wild plants and hunting animals is known as a:
hunter-gatherer
slash-and-burn
oral history
timeline
Answer explanation
A hunter-gatherer is an early human who subsisted by foraging for wild plants and hunting animals, making this the correct choice. The other options do not accurately describe this lifestyle.
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