US History
Who was the first President of the United States?
George Washington
What is the basic economic problem of scarcity?
Limited resources versus unlimited wants
What is the largest continent by area?
Asia
Who was the first emperor of Rome?
Augustus
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Constitution
What year did the Declaration of Independence get signed?
1776
What is GDP?
Gross Domestic Product
Name the river that flows through Egypt.
The Nile
What was the primary cause of World War I?
Militarism, Alliances, Imperialism, and Nationalism (MAIN)
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
Name one reason the Civil War was fought.
Slavery
What does a recession indicate about an economy?
A decline in economic activity and growth
What is the capital of France?
Paris
What ancient civilization is known for its pyramids?
Ancient Egypt
What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
What was the main purpose of the Lewis and Clark Expedition?
To explore the newly acquired western territory after the Louisiana Purchase
Define opportunity cost.
The cost of the next best alternative foregone when making a decision
Which ocean is the largest?
The Pacific Ocean
Who was the leader of the Soviet Union during World War II?
Joseph Stalin
What is the main duty of the President?
To enforce laws
What was the significance of the Brown v. Board of Education decision?
It declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional
What role do consumers play in a market economy?
They determine demand and influence prices through their purchasing choices
What is the significance of the Equator?
It divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres
What year did the Berlin Wall fall?
1989
What is the process by which a bill becomes law?
Introduction, Committee Review, Debate, Voting, Presidential Approval