Alberta Social Studies 20-1 Practice Exam

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• What is the historical term for France's assembly composed of representatives from the three estates?
• Which event led Japan to seek peace after the United States bombed Japan?
• Which referendum was to give distinct society to Quebec?
• What principle does the Canadian cultural mosaic policy promote in social policy?
• How do diasporas influence homeland politics and international relations?
• What does the Canadian cultural mosaic concept emphasize in social policy?
• In Canada, what does federalism mean for public policy?
• Which treaty created the European Union?
• What term denotes the political system of France before the Revolution?
• Which body abolished the monarchy and proclaimed a republic?
• Which term describes the radical phase marked by mass executions?
• Transfer from the control of the British gov't to the Canadian
• Organized France for war during the Revolution?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between Indigenous rights and project legitimacy in development?
• Which economic concept describes the idea that wealth created in developed countries will eventually benefit less developed countries?
• Which statement about Canada's foreign policy is true?
• Promotes peace and security and wants to create the largest free-trade zones in the world.
• The beliefs and ideas of thinkers that influenced political reforms are called?
• Which plan is the first major attempt to reform Canada's constitution in the late 1980s but ultimately failed?
• When resource development is considered, what is the effect of recognizing Indigenous rights and employing stewardship?
• Which UN agency focuses on education, science, and culture?
• Which UN agency is tasked with education, science, and culture?
• Agreement to enable Quebec to acquire exclusive power to make its laws (sovereignty)
• Which organization represents countries where French is the first language?
• What best describes propaganda in political messaging?
• What is the primary purpose of critical media literacy in civic life?
• Which of the following is NOT a typical role of NGOs?
• What term describes aid given with attached conditions?
• In the Triple Entente, which title describes the ruler of Russia?
• Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Rule of Law?
• Which country is described as partnering with Hitler in the material?
• Which ideology is described as associated with Germany in the material?
• What was the Nazi plan to exterminate Jews called?
• The sweeping social and economic reforms in Quebec that reduced the influence of the Catholic Church and expanded state control are known as what?
• Which overarching concept links militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism as factors related to the described historical period?
• Which two leaders are listed as representing the United States and the United Kingdom in the material's leaders lineup?
• What policy solution is recommended to address language barriers in healthcare within a multilingual country?
• Which organization within the United Nations system focuses on preserving cultural heritage and education?
• Why is geography important in social studies?
• What is a potential impact of globalization on innovation and competition?
• Which term refers to being international in scope or outlook?
• Which genocide was carried out by Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge against educated people?
• Which statement best describes capitalism, socialism, and a mixed economy?
• Which term describes relations between two states?
• Which description best reflects Canada's typical contributions to international peacekeeping beyond personnel?
• In health-care policy, how does a rights-based approach differ from a utilitarian approach?
• What is the term for the list of grievances prepared by the Estates General?
• Which term describes the practice of one-sided actions in foreign policy?
• Which two individuals helped lead the Reign of Terror?
• Which early-1990s constitutional package failed?
• Which term refers to a relationship between two states?
• Which statement best describes the process by which courts review laws for rights compatibility?
• Which body formed when men of the third estate sought freedom during the revolution?
• Which system emphasizes public ownership and economic equality?
• Which term describes a world connected by communications networks?
• Which practice helps ensure the credibility of sources in social studies research?
• Which set of leaders is listed as the major World War II powers in the material?
• Which pact did Stalin and Hitler sign to avoid conflict and to divide Poland?
• Which of the following is NOT a core protection category in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
• Which body of law governs the rules of the sea, including territorial waters and navigational rights?
• Which body emerged as the revolutionary government and abolished the monarchy?
• What is the difference between primary sources and secondary sources in social studies?
• Cutting off trade from a country to force action?
• In the Canadian federal system, which level(s) share responsibility for healthcare policy?
• In a democracy, what is one way political parties influence the policy process?
• Which event brought the United States into World War II?
• Which nations formed the Triple Entente?
• How does economic globalization influence domestic markets and job opportunities?
• In evaluating a current event, which practice reflects historical thinking?
• Which monarch is listed as the King of France in the notes?
• Which category covers the right to move and reside anywhere in Canada?
• Core principles of peacekeeping: consent, impartiality, and only force for self-defense.
• The Sudanese army attack in Darfur is described as which event?
• Maintain global peace and security and address humanitarian concerns.
• Who led the Reign of Terror?
• What organization governs how member states conduct international trade?
• Which treaty amended the European Union treaty and broadened cooperation among member states?
• Which Quebec Premier is most associated with the conservative, traditionalist policies of the pre-Quiet Revolution era?
• Voluntary separation of people into isolated groups?
• Which term describes attacks against civilian populations that are committed as part of a widespread or systemic plan?
• In a democracy, civil disobedience is defined as which of the following?
• Which term describes a framework of rules that govern how nations are expected to behave and be judged by others on the world stage?
• What term describes the shared awareness among a large group?
• Which estate did noblemen belong to?
• Who emerged as a new leader to unite France and restore order after the French Revolution?
• Mass killing of groups based on race or religion and ethnicity is called what?
• Which model does Canada primarily use?
• Which statement best describes how climate change can affect development in both developed and developing countries?
• The period when revolutionary leaders became extreme and killed many is called?
• Which form of government has the king as head of state?
• Which statement best describes environmental stewardship, and what is an example?
• Which French leader is associated with the Triple Entente in the material?
• What term describes the policy of building up armed forces and using military power to achieve national goals?
• Which term describes voluntary separation of people into isolated groups?
• Which organization coordinates humanitarian relief and peacekeeping internationally?
• How can historical thinking skills be applied to analyze a current event?
• Which event radically transformed the political system of France from a monarchy to a republic?
• Characterized by severe deprivation of basic needs.
• NAFTA stands for which of the following?
• Which treaty ended the American Revolutionary War?
• Which war is associated with Britain's ascendancy in North America after conflict with France?
• Which is an accurate description of how Indigenous perspectives are incorporated into Canadian social studies discourse?
• Which category is protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
• Which political group was the moderate faction during the French Revolution?
• Which legislation, enacted under Trudeau, established official languages for Canada?
• Which treaty amended the European Union treaty and expanded cooperation?
• Which set of nations originally formed the Triple Alliance?
• Which figure is closely associated with promoting bilingualism and a federalist vision that shaped modern Canada?
• Which legal reform codified civil law in France after the revolution and is often associated with Napoleon?
• Which organization is abbreviated NATO?
• Which concept refers to protecting all members of a group from danger?
• Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the provincial government?
• Which event significantly affected Canada's multicultural policy after World War II?
• Which law, enacted during Trudeau's tenure, protected the language rights of all Francophones in Canada?
• How do non-governmental organizations (NGOs) contribute to global social issues?
• What policy aimed to weaken Britain by preventing trade with continental Europe?
• What does ICC stand for in international law contexts?
• Which Quebec premier is associated with promoting economic growth and traditional church-aligned values in the mid-20th century?
• Which organization aims to promote global financial stability and reduce poverty?
• Which of the following is NOT a credibility check for sources?
• Explore and recommend ways of maintaining national unity while enhancing the dual name of Canada.
• Discrimination is listed as a factor contributing to poverty.
• What term describes a set of rules by which countries abide so they may be held accountable internationally?
• What is a typical Canadian contribution to international peacekeeping missions?
• Which document is associated with the rights of man and citizen?
• What is the significance of mobility rights under the Canadian Charter?
• What is the role of the judiciary in protecting constitutional rights?
• Which legal code, associated with Napoleonic reforms, codified civil law in France?
• Which political group is associated with extremism during the French Revolution and included Robespierre, Danton, and Marat?
• In Canada, resource development requires which of the following in relation to Indigenous rights and the environment?
• How does the HDI differ from GDP per capita?
• What term describes a society focusing its resources entirely on war effort?
• Which approach helps balance globalization with cultural preservation?
• Which document asserts states' equality and freedom?
• Which item is listed as a cause of poverty in the material?
• Which statement best describes capitalism?
• Which term describes the assembly representing the three social estates?
• Barred the use of land mines and required removal of existing ones.
• Which treaty is known for expanding European integration and laying groundwork for a common currency framework?
• Which leader became the founder of the Parti Quebecois and led the Quebec sovereignty movement?
• In the Estates General, which estate included the commoners?
• How does immigration affect a country's economy and culture?
• Name a major challenge in balancing individual rights with public safety in a democracy.
• Which statement best describes the role of international organizations like the United Nations in facilitating Canada’s foreign policy?
• Which leader is associated with Germany's ambition to become the leading nation before WWI?
• What organization is abbreviated ICC and prosecutes individuals for serious international crimes?
• Which event is described as the WW1 Crisis involving Austria blaming Serbia, issuing an ultimatum, Russian involvement, and Germany declaring war on Russia?
• Which Napoleonic reform codified civil law in France?
• Which act gave the federal government control over many aspects of First Nations' lives?
• Which term describes aid tied to purchasing goods or services from the donor country?
• Which term refers to cooperation involving more than two parties, such as the United Nations?
• Which war established British dominance after conflict with France?
• Which term is associated with a concept of education emphasizing obedience, sometimes described as 'The Way of Subjects'?
• Which document is associated with the creation of two levels of government and separation into Upper and Lower Canada?
• What is the purpose of public policy in a mixed economy with respect to market failures?
• What does GNI stand for?
• Which Prime Minister, though born in Quebec, pursued a federalist and bilingual policy agenda that shaped modern Canada?
• What event involved Hitler agreeing to cede the Sudetenland to Germany in exchange for peace?
• How is sovereignty best understood in international law and global cooperation?
• Which pledge stated the revolutionary body would not disband until a constitution was written?
• Which treaty imposed demilitarization, reparations, reduced armies, and forbidden union with Austria?
• Which party in Quebec is best known for promoting sovereignty through a formal political platform?
• Land given in exchange for land is characteristic of which system?
• Which treaty aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons by limiting production and technology?
• Which policy area presents environmental sustainability challenges in Canada, and what is one proposed solution?
• Which group made up the 3rd Estate in the old French social order?
• Which term describes a country opting out of national affairs?
• How can sovereignty be affected by international engagement?
• Germany's rearmament is associated with the start of which war?
• Which ruler represented Austria-Hungary in the period described?
• What is cultural globalization, and how can it affect local cultures?
• Which organization brings together countries sharing French language to promote culture and linguistic ties?
• Which statement about evaluating sources is the least trustworthy?
• Which statement best defines scarcity and opportunity cost with an everyday example?
• Which referendum or discussion in 1992 involved constitutional reform discussions and included a plan for Quebec's status?
• Which term describes the alliance of Germany, Italy, and Japan during World War II?
• Which concept indicates the practice of one-sided actions, often criticized in foreign policy?
• Which term describes the body of law that defines territorial seas and navigational rights on the oceans?
• Which countries formed the Axis Powers according to the material?
• Quebec voted on separation
• What term describes debt incurred by a despotic power to strengthen its regime?
• Which referendum addressed Quebec sovereignty in 1995?
• Which concept includes the hierarchy of needs such as basic/survival, safety, love/belonging, esteem, and self-determination?
• Which of the following statements correctly pairs an ideology with its hallmark?
• Killing of those involved in peacekeeping missions is classified as which type of crime?
• Which term best describes the period of radical measures and mass executions?
• The Global Village describes the world as a single community connected by communications.
• Which nations were involved in a naval arms race in World War I?
• Which term describes the Nazi policy to exterminate Jewish people?
• The October Crisis is associated with which event?
• How many estates are in the Estates General?
• Which estate did the Clergy belong to?
• In the ancien regime social structure, which estate consisted of the Clergy?
• Which estate included noblemen in the old French social class system?
• Which British leader is connected with the Triple Entente in WWI context?
• Which was the first set of failed amendments to the Constitution?
• Which international agreement aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions among countries?
• Which term describes cooperation among many nations through UN-like frameworks?
• Which concept involves giving authority to a supranational body?
• Which of the following is a classic example of a public good provided by government?
• Globalization is the increasing interconnectedness of economies, cultures, and politics across borders. Which statement best describes a potential impact on sovereignty?
• Which term denotes the quality of being international in scope?
• What term describes a federal arrangement in which subnational units do not share power with the central government in the same way?
• What role do cultural symbols and myths play in shaping national identity?
• Which political party in Quebec advocates sovereignty and played a central role in that movement?
• In Canada, which act was invoked to maintain security during the FLQ crisis?
• Abolished Monarchy is associated with which body?
• Power given to authorities higher than the state.
• Who founded the Parti Quebecois and promoted independence?