Physical and Human Systems
What is a physical feature?
A natural feature on the Earth's surface.
What was the war in which the patriots fought the loyalist for independence?
The American Revolution
What is the difference between trade and barter?
Trade uses money, bartering does not use money.
How has new innovations and inventions changed life in the United States?
It created industrialization; faster way to make goods and more jobs.
What is the name of the document that declared America wanted to be independent of Great Britain?
Declaration of Independence
What does a map key tell you about a map?
What was the name of the war in which the French fought the British for land in North America?
The French and Indian War
What is the benefit of a budget?
A budget helps you meet your needs before your wants.
In the 1800s, why did the people begin to demand manufactured goods?
What is the document for our government today?
The Constitution
Give the directions of latitude and longitude.
Latitude runs EAST to WEST
Longitude runs NORTH to SOUTH
What was the treaty that ended the American Revolution?
The Treaty of Paris
How has migration affected the economy over time?
It has continued to increase the economy allowing for people more resources and jobs to make money.
What is the Industrial Revolution?
When people began to produce goods by machine instead of by hand.
What is the fourth amendment and what does it mean?
The fourth amendment stops police from searching people and their houses without good reason. They must have a warrant.
List the 5 oceans.
1. Pacific Ocean
2. Atlantic Ocean
3. Artic Ocean
4. Indian Ocean
5. Southern Ocean
How did our relationship with the Native Americans consist of conflict and compromise?
We fought but also traded and helped one another.
What is supply and demand?
Supply is the amount of goods available and demand is how badly people want a good or service.
What does continuity mean?
To stay the same.
What are the 3 branches of government?
1. Legislative
2. Judicial
3. Executive
What are the 5 regions that make up the United States? List them.
1. Northeast
2. Southeast
3. Midwest
4. Southwest
5. West
Lewis and Clark were able to explore the Louisiana Territory primarily by doing what?
First they were to learn more about the area. Then they had to discover the Northwest Passage. Lastly, they had to meet the Native Americans who lived in the region.
Taxes pay for federal and state services.
1. Sales Tax
2. Income Tax
3. Property Tax
What is one positive and negative impact of the American factories?
Answers will vary
Positive: People had jobs and made money
Negative: There was a high demand for workers and people had to move and work long hours
What does the preamble explain?
It tells us the purpose of the government.