8TH STAAR REVIEW

What are the key topics covered in the 8th grade social studies STAAR exam?

Topics include the Colonial Era, American Revolution, U.S. Constitution, Civil War, Reconstruction, Industrial Revolution, World War I, Great Depression, World War II, Civil Rights Movement, and modern government.

What was the Colonial Era?

The Colonial Era refers to the period when various European powers established colonies in North America, primarily from the early 1600s until the mid-1700s.

What key factors motivated European colonization of America?

Motivations included quest for wealth, expansion of territory, religious freedom, and competition among European powers.

What was the significance of the Jamestown settlement?

Jamestown, established in 1607, was the first permanent English settlement in North America and played a key role in the early development of Virginia.

What was the impact of the Mayflower Compact?

The Mayflower Compact (1620) was an early agreement for self-government in America, establishing a precedent for democratic governance.