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Grade 2 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-1FQ08O7-1EKO

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1.What is a neighborhood?
2.What direction is opposite north?
3.Who helps put out fires?
4.What symbol represents the United States?
5.What is a holiday?
6.Why do communities have laws?
7.Name a type of transportation.
8.Name one need people have.
9.Who leads a city government?
10.Name one job that serves a community.

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Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. What is a neighborhood?An area where people live near one another
  2. What direction is opposite north?South
  3. Who helps put out fires?A firefighter
  4. What symbol represents the United States?The U.S. flag
  5. What is a holiday?A special day of celebration or remembrance
  6. Why do communities have laws?To protect people and keep order
  7. Name a type of transportation.Car, bus, train, bike, boat, or plane
  8. Name one need people have.Food, water, shelter, or clothing
  9. Who leads a city government?A mayor
  10. Name one job that serves a community.Any valid community job

Worked example

Identify the time, place, people, and evidence in the question.

Common mistake

Treating an opinion as a historical fact.

Helpful hint

Look for context and source evidence.