Social studies study guide

What are the 5 themes of geography?

Location, Place, Human-Environment Interaction, Movement, Regions.

Location

The position of a place on the Earth's surface; includes absolute (exact coordinates) and relative (compared to other locations) locations.

Choropleth Map

A type of map that uses colors and shades to show how much of something an area has.

Population Pyramid

A graph that displays the age and gender distribution of a population.

Migration

The movement of people from one place to another, influenced by push and pull factors.

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

Thomas Jefferson.

Parts of the Declaration of Independence

The introduction, the preamble, a list of grievances against King George III, and a formal declaration of independence.

Independence

The fact or state of being independent.

Grievances

Real or imagined wrongs or complaints, particularly against unfair treatment.

Unalienable Rights

Fundamental rights that individuals are born with and cannot be taken away.

Purpose of government according to the Declaration of Independence

To protect the natural rights of citizens, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

Responsibilities of the Legislative Branch

Creates laws.

Responsibilities of the Executive Branch

Enforces laws.

Responsibilities of the Judicial Branch

Interprets the laws and ensures they align with the Constitution.

15th Amendment

Prohibits denying the right to vote based on race or previous condition of servitude.

19th Amendment

Grants women the right to vote.

26th Amendment

Lowers the voting age to 18.

Term for the Wisconsin Governor

4 years.

What does “reserved powers” mean?

Powers reserved for the states.

Major responsibilities of state governments

Oversee areas like education, transportation, and public health.

What is the electoral college?

The group that officially elects the president.

Republican Party beliefs

Emphasizes individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and a strong national defense.

Democratic Party beliefs

Promotes social and economic equality, civil rights, and government intervention to address societal issues.

Media Bias

The tendency of news media to report in a way that reinforces a particular viewpoint rather than reporting objectively.