Social Studies 7 Final Review

What was the main purpose of the Iroquois League?

• to stop trading between nations
• to end fighting between nations
• to own more land
• to build more longhouses

1. According to the "land bridge" theory, Asians were able to migrate to North America across the Bering Sea because of

• the end of the Ice Age, when many of the glaciers melted.

• an Ice Age when much of the world's water was in the form of ice

• volcanic activity that raised the land above the surface of the ocean.

Answer explanation

The "land bridge" theory suggests that during an Ice Age, much of the world's water was trapped in ice, lowering sea levels and exposing land between Asia and North America, allowing migration.

2. Which of the following is society's first economic task?

• deciding what role technology should play in the economy

• fulfilling people's basic needs by providing food, shelter, and clothing

• providing people with goods from all over the world

Answer explanation

Society's first economic task is to fulfill people's basic needs by providing food, shelter, and clothing. This foundational requirement ensures survival and stability, making it the priority before addressing other economic activities.

3. Which is a primary source for evidence of the first Dutch settlement in what is now New York?

• a letter from the Dutch settler describing New Amsterdam

• an article in a history magazine about the colony of New Netherland

• a diary entry by someone who recently toured a New York history museum

Answer explanation

A letter from a Dutch settler describing New Amsterdam is a primary source, providing firsthand evidence of the settlement. In contrast, the other options are secondary sources that interpret or summarize historical events.

4. The Inuit lived in pit houses, the Iroquois lived in longhouses, and the Anasazi lived in cliff dwellings. All three Native American civilizations are using shelters which

• will accommodate large numbers of people.

• are easily defended against enemies.

• are adaptations to their environment.

Answer explanation

The shelters used by the Inuit, Iroquois, and Anasazi are specifically designed to suit their unique environments, demonstrating how each civilization adapted their housing to local conditions, making 'adaptations to their environment' the correct choice.

5. Explorers from England, France, and the Netherlands searched for

• the isthmus of Panama.

• the Cape of Good Hope.

• a northwest passage.

Answer explanation

Explorers from England, France, and the Netherlands sought a northwest passage to find a shorter route to Asia. This route was believed to connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, facilitating trade.

6. Spanish conquistadors were able to conquer Native Americans because

• many Native Americans died from European diseases.

• Native Americans thought that the Spanish were gods.

• all of the above

Answer explanation

Spanish conquistadors conquered Native Americans due to a combination of factors: many Native Americans died from European diseases, and some believed the Spanish were gods, leading to the correct answer being 'all of the above'.

7. The first permanent English colony in North America was established in 1607 at

• Jamestown

• Plymouth

• Roanoke

Answer explanation

The first permanent English colony in North America was established in 1607 at Jamestown, Virginia. Unlike Roanoke, which was a failed attempt, Jamestown successfully established a lasting settlement.

8. Based on the quote, what was the main reason that Eastern Native American groups formed the Iroquois League?

• to defend themselves against enemies

• to gain territory

• to build big cities

Answer explanation

The main reason Eastern Native American groups formed the Iroquois League was to defend themselves against enemies. This alliance provided mutual support and strength in the face of external threats.

9. Separatists from England who started Plymouth colony were also known as:

• Pilgrims

• Quakers

• Traders

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Pilgrims' as they were the separatists from England who founded the Plymouth colony in 1620, seeking religious freedom. Quakers and Traders are not associated with the founding of Plymouth.