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Grade 4 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-87AH1Q-1TEA

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1.Why can map projections distort Earth?
2.What is a tariff?
3.Why do historians corroborate sources?
4.How is absolute location expressed?
5.What is civic participation?
6.What is specialization in economics?
7.What principle divides power among government branches?
8.What is the rule of law?
9.What is historical context?
10.What does supply and demand help determine?

Answers and teaching notes

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. Why can map projections distort Earth?A sphere is flattened onto a plane
  2. What is a tariff?A tax on imported goods
  3. Why do historians corroborate sources?To compare evidence and improve reliability
  4. How is absolute location expressed?Latitude and longitude
  5. What is civic participation?Taking part in community and government
  6. What is specialization in economics?Focusing on particular goods, services, or tasks
  7. What principle divides power among government branches?Separation of powers
  8. What is the rule of law?Everyone, including leaders, is subject to law
  9. What is historical context?Conditions and ideas surrounding an event
  10. What does supply and demand help determine?Prices and quantities in markets

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.