Social Studies Unit 6 Assessment

What is a law?

• A leader in government who is elected by the people to carry out their ideas.

• A rule for large communities that everyone must follow.

• A way to voice your choice.

What is a representative?

• A leader in government who is elected by the people to carry out their ideas.

• A rule for large communities that everyone must follow.

• A way to voice your choice.

Which of the following is an example of democracy?

• A country where citizens vote for their leaders

• A country ruled by a king

• A company run by one owner

• A classroom with no rules

Which picture shows someone voting?

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How old do you have to be to vote for leaders in the U.S. government?

• 12 years old

• 18 years old

• 35 years old

Which law is being followed in this picture?

• Toys must wear seat belts.

• Young children must sit in a car seat.

• Young children must have toys.

Which law is being followed in this picture?

• Dogs must have tags with their owner’s address.

• Dogs must stay outside in the grass at all times.

• Dogs are cute and make great friends.

This poster is trying to do:

• Promote an event

• Warn about a danger

• Advertise a product

Look at the image that says 'We help the World' and includes messages about recycling. What is the main purpose of this image?

• A. Persuade us to recycle.

• B. Show us what the world looks like.

• C. Teach us about how trees grow.

One law you follow on your way home from school is:

• Crossing the road at the zebra crossing

• Ignoring traffic signals

• Running across the street

• Walking in the middle of the road