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The Declaration of Independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, was a pivotal document in American history. It was written primarily by Thomas Jefferson and declared the thirteen American colonies free from British rule. The document outlines several key principles, including the rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Initially, it served as a statement against British tyranny, but over time, these principles have evolved into central tenets of American democracy, influencing future generations and documents like the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.
Question:
Why was the Declaration of Independence written and how did its principles evolve over time? Select the appropriate options to complete the statements: The Declaration of Independence was written to [Select: declare independence, establish a new government, create a constitution] from British rule. Over time, its principles of [Select: economic freedom, religious practices, life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness] became unifying ideas in American democracy.
Answer Choices:
- A) declare independence
- B) establish a new government
- C) create a constitution
- D) economic freedom
- E) religious practices
- F) life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
💡 Explanation:
- The Declaration of Independence was created to announce the separation of the American colonies from British rule.
- Its principles, especially the emphasis on inalienable rights such as life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, have been foundational in shaping American democracy and influencing other key documents.
Standard: 6.1.8.HistoryUP.3.a | DOK: 3
Recent Questions
Question:
Evaluate the following expression: . What is the value of the expression?
Answer Choices:
- A) 9
- B) 12
- C) 36
- D) 18
💡 Explanation:
First, evaluate the exponent: .
Then multiply by 4: .
Therefore, the value of the expression is 36.
Standard: 6.EE.A.1 | DOK: 1
Question:
How did the development of written and unwritten languages influence the evolution of human societies, cultures, and social structures?
Answer Choices:
- A) Written languages allowed for the recording and preservation of laws, literature, and history, thus fostering cultural continuity and legal systems.
- B) Unwritten languages enabled the transmission of complex ideas and traditions orally, which helped maintain cultural heritage and social norms.
- C) The development of languages facilitated trade and communication between diverse groups, which contributed to the exchange of ideas and cultural diffusion.
- D) All of the above.
💡 Explanation:
- The development of written languages allowed societies to document laws, literature, and history, creating a continuity that helped in the formation of complex legal and cultural systems.
- Unwritten languages, often transmitted orally, played a crucial role in the preservation and transmission of cultural heritage and social norms.
- Additionally, languages, whether written or unwritten, enabled communication and trade between different groups, fostering cultural exchange and diffusion.
Standard: 6.2.8.HistoryCC.1.c | DOK: 4
The city council held a meeting to discuss the rising traffic congestion in the downtown area. At the meeting, the mayor introduced a proposal to expand public transportation options, including adding more bus routes and bike lanes. Several experts illustrated the potential benefits of the plan by presenting data on reduced traffic and pollution in other cities that implemented similar measures. The council decided to conduct a public survey to gather community input before making a final decision.
Question:
How does the passage introduce and elaborate on the idea of addressing traffic congestion?
Answer Choices:
- A) By presenting a new law that has already been implemented.
- B) By discussing a proposal and its potential benefits.
- C) By criticizing current transportation options.
- D) By comparing traffic issues with another city.
💡 Explanation:
- The passage introduces the idea of addressing traffic congestion by mentioning a proposal from the mayor.
- It elaborates on this idea by illustrating the benefits through expert presentations and data from other cities.
Standard: RI.IT.6.3 | DOK: 2
Question:
A group of students conducted an experiment to investigate the factors affecting the strength of an electromagnet. They used a battery, wires, and a nail to create their electromagnet. After wrapping different numbers of wire coils around the nail and changing the battery voltage, they recorded the strength of the magnet by measuring how many paperclips it could lift. Based on this experiment, which question would best help them determine which factor most significantly affects the strength of the electromagnet?
Answer Choices:
- A) A) How does the thickness of the wire affect the strength of the electromagnet?
- B) B) What is the effect of changing the battery voltage on the strength of the electromagnet?
- C) C) How does the number of paperclips lifted correlate with the number of wire coils?
- D) D) What happens to the strength of the electromagnet if we use a larger nail?
- E) E) How does changing the battery voltage and the number of coils simultaneously affect the electromagnet's strength?
💡 Explanation:
- The question that asks about the simultaneous change in both the battery voltage and the number of coils will allow the students to determine which combination most significantly affects the strength.
- This approach considers the interaction between multiple variables, providing a comprehensive understanding of the factors affecting the electromagnet's strength.
Standard: MS-PS2-3 | DOK: 4
Question:
Which of the following statements about the correlation coefficient are true? Select all that apply.
Answer Choices:
- A) A correlation coefficient of 1 indicates a perfect negative linear relationship between two variables.
- B) A correlation coefficient close to 0 suggests there is no linear relationship between the variables.
- C) The correlation coefficient is a measure that can range from -1 to 1.
- D) A correlation coefficient of -0.8 suggests a strong negative linear relationship.
- E) The correlation coefficient can be used to determine causation between two variables.
💡 Explanation:
The correlation coefficient (r) is a statistical measure that indicates the extent to which two variables fluctuate together.
A correlation coefficient of 1 indicates a perfect positive linear relationship, not negative.
A value close to 0 suggests no linear relationship.
The range of the correlation coefficient is from -1 to 1, where -1 indicates a perfect negative linear relationship, 0 indicates no linear relationship, and 1 indicates a perfect positive linear relationship.
A correlation of -0.8 indicates a strong negative linear relationship.
However, correlation does not imply causation.
Standard: S.ID.C.8 | DOK: 2
Question:
Which of the following statements provide evidence to support the claim that gravitational interactions are attractive and depend on the masses of interacting objects? Select all that apply.
Answer Choices:
- A) A. The gravitational force between two objects increases as the mass of one or both objects increases.
- B) B. Two objects with larger masses will experience a stronger gravitational pull than two objects with smaller masses, if the distance between them remains the same.
- C) C. An object with a smaller mass will repel an object with a larger mass due to gravitational forces.
- D) D. Gravitational force is only present between objects that are in contact with each other.
- E) E. The gravitational attraction between two objects decreases as the distance between them increases.
💡 Explanation:
- Gravitational force is an attractive force that acts between any two masses.
- It is proportional to the product of their masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between their centers.
- Therefore, statements A, B, and E correctly describe the properties of gravitational interactions.
- Statement C is incorrect because gravitational forces are not repulsive, and statement D is incorrect because gravitational force acts over a distance, not just when objects are in contact.
Standard: MS-PS2-4 | DOK: 2