Study Island
Copyright © 2014 Edmentum - All rights reserved.
Generation Date: 04/03/2014
Generated By: Cheryl Shelton
Title: Grade 7 History
Reading Selection 1: Adapted from the Columbia Encyclopedia
Some of the principles and practices of the U.S. Constitution are based off of the
British Constitution. The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the United States; it
influences all other U.S. laws. All new laws go through a review process to determine if
they are “constitutional.” Laws that do not meet the principles of the Constitution can be
amended.
Reading Selection 2: Adapted from an encyclopedia
The principles of the United States government were established in the U.S.
Constitution. The Constitution defines the functions of the federal government, which
began operating in 1789. Although the Constitution is concise and precise in nature;
many of its principles are stated generally. The general manner in which the principles
are stated has allowed leaders to change the document when necessary.
1. Which is a conclusion that can be drawn about principles in the Constitution?
A. People today do not take principles in the Constitution seriously.
B. Principles in the Constitution are constantly reviewed and changed.
C. Principles in the Constitution are very old and need to be changed.
D. Principles in the Constitution influence law but are adaptable.
2. How does Reading Selection 1 agree with Reading Selection 2?
A. Local laws change to match the exact principles outlined in the Constitution.
B. Local laws have more influence than the Constitution of the United States.
C. The Constitution changes to reflect cultural changes in American society.
D. The Constitution contains important American principles and practices.
Reading Selection 1: Adapted from the Library of Congress
The first Labor Day took place in New York City on Tuesday, September 5, 1882.
The city hosted a parade, picnic, concert, and speeches to celebrate the holiday. The
parade included ten thousand workers, who marched from City Hall to Union Square.
For some, Labor Day was a time to celebrate workers' accomplishments. Others used
the day as a time to voice their concerns and plan ways to improve working conditions
and salaries.
Reading Selection 2: Adapted from the U.S. Department of Labor
Samuel Gompers, founder and president of the American Federation of Labor,
believed that Labor Day was different from all of the other holidays in the United States.
Gompers said, "All other holidays are in a more or less degree connected with conflicts
and battles of man's prowess over man, of strife and discord for greed and power, of
glories achieved by one nation over another. Labor Day… is devoted to no man, living
or dead, to no sect, race, or nation."
3. Which of the following statements about the reading selections above is a fact?
A. Labor Day differs from the other holidays of the year in any country.
B. Labor Day was first held on a Tuesday, September 5, 1882.
C. Labor Day is a day to discuss ways to get better working conditions.
D. All other holidays are connected with conflicts and battles.
4. Which of the following statements is an opinion from the reading selection?
A. Ten thousand workers marched during the first Labor Day.
B. Labor Day is celebrated in September in the United States.
C. Samuel Gompers was founder of the American labor movement.
D. All other holidays are connected with greed and power.
5. Imagine you are researching the subject of feudalism in Europe. You have primary sources
from two perspectives:
1. a king who ruled a feudal country
2. a noble who swore loyalty as the king's vassal
Which of the following sources would most likely give you a different perspective of feudal
society?
A. a lord who owned land
B. an emperor who ruled over many people
C. a baron who pledged loyalty to the king
D. a serf who worked the noble's land
6. In 1274 and 1281, the Mongol Empire attempted to attack the island of Japan. Which
description of this event is written from the point of view of the Mongols?
A.
Two Mongol attacks on Japan failed when storms and typhoons nearly destroyed the
Mongol fleets on both occasions.
B.
The Mongols landed on Japan with ease, but they decided that coming storms would make
the attack not worth the trouble.
C.
Mongol warriors threatened to attack Japan, but the gods favored the island by sending a
divine wind to scatter the invaders.
D.
Mighty Japanese warriors defended their coast from Mongol attackers, using strength to
send the savages back to the mainland.
7. Why is it important to compare different viewpoints and frames of reference when studying
history?
A. Frames of reference coming from different groups tend to be the same.
B. Different perspectives give a better understanding of the big picture.
C. Nothing in history is a fact, so every opinion should be represented.
D. One of the perspectives is usually more correct than any of the others.
Reading Selection 1: Adapted from Japan Guide Web site
During the Edo period of Japan, Kabuki, a traditional form of theater, developed.
Kabuki was a popular form of entertainment among the townspeople. Kabuki theater
included plays about history, conflicts in romantic relationships, and other social issues.
The plays are performed by actors who are accompanied by traditional Japanese
instruments. The actors deliver their lines in an old-fashion Japanese language, which is
spoken in an expressionless tone.
Reading Selection 2: Adapted from an encyclopedia
Presently, Kabuki drama is still very popular. Although Kabuki is a traditional style of
Japanese drama, its stars are often seen in television or film roles. After World War II,
Kabuki troupes began to include female actors. Today, several all-female troupes
perform Kabuki.
8. Based on the reading selections, how will Kabuki most likely be received by Japanese society
in the future?
A. Kabuki will be replaced by television.
B. Kabuki will continue to be popular.
C. Kabuki will be acted only by women.
D. Kabuki will be only for higher classes.
9. Which is a conclusion that can be drawn about Kabuki actors before World War II?
A. Most of the actors were on TV.
B. Most of the actors were men.
C. Most of the actors were older.
D. Most of the actors were women.
10. Which of the following events happened first?
A. Muslim forces conquer most of Spain.
B. The Muslim advance is stopped in Europe.
C. Construction begins on the Dome of Rock.
D. Jerusalem falls to Arab Muslims.
11. Which of the following events happened last?
A. Abu Bakr becomes the successor to Muhammad.
B. Construction begins on the Dome of the Rock.
C. Most of present-day Spain is conquered by Muslims.
D. Jerusalem is conquered by Arab Muslims.
12. Using this timeline, put the following events in chronological order.
A. Muhammad preaches his message, Jerusalem falls to Arabs, Spain is conquered, Muslim
advance is stopped in Europe
B.
Muslim advance is stopped in Europe, Spain is conquered, Jerusalem falls to Arabs,
Muhammad preaches his message
C.
Jerusalem falls to Arabs, Muhammad preaches his message, Muslim advance is stopped in
Europe, Spain is conquered
D.
Spain is conquered, Muhammad preaches his message, Muslim advance is stopped in
Europe, Jerusalem falls to Arabs
13. Which of these events happened before Abu Bakr succeeded Muhammad?
A. Muhammad begins to preach about his messages from Allah.
B. Jerusalem falls to Muslim Arabs during Islamic expansion.
C. Construction begins on the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.
D. The Muslim advance is stopped in Europe at the Battle of Tours.
14. Which of the following events took place after the Black Death spread through Europe?
A. Pope Urban II called the First Crusade.
B. Constantinople fell to the Ottoman Turks.
C. The Catholic Church split in two.
D. Marco Polo arrived in China.
15. Which of these events took place before the Magna Carta was signed?
A. Marco Polo arrived in China.
B. Pope Urban II establishes the First Crusade.
C. Constantinople fell to the Turks.
D. The bubonic plague spread through Europe.
16. Using this timeline, put the following events in chronological order.
A.
Pope Urban calls the First Crusade, Marco Polo arrives in China, Constantinople falls to
the Ottoman Turks, the Catholic Church splits
B.
Marco Polo arrives in China, Constantinople falls to the Ottoman Turks, the Catholic
Church splits, Pope Urban calls the First Crusade
C.
Constantinople falls to the Ottoman Turks, the Catholic Church splits, Pope Urban calls
the First Crusade, Marco Polo arrives in China
D.
The Catholic Church splits, Pope Urban calls the First Crusade, Marco Polo arrives in
China, Constantinople falls to the Ottoman Turks
17. Which of these events happened before Alfred the Great became the king of England?
A. William the Conqueror invaded England.
B. The first shogun ruled Japan.
C. Lady Murasaki Shikibu wrote The Tale of the Genji.
D. The Japanese court was established at Heian.
18. Using this timeline, put the following events in chronological order.
A.
The Tang Dynasty is established in China, The Japanese court is established, Lady
Murasaki Shikibu writes The Tale of the Genji, Gregory the Great becomes Pope
B.
Gregory the Great becomes Pope, The Tang Dynasty is established in China, The Japanese
court is established, Lady Murasaki Shikibu writes The Tale of the Genji
C.
Gregory the Great becomes Pope, The Japanese court is established, Lady Murasaki
Shikibu writes The Tale of the Genji, The Tang Dynasty is established in China,
D.
The Japanese court is established, The Tang Dynasty is established in China, Gregory the
Great becomes Pope, Lady Murasaki Shikibu writes The Tale of the Genji
19. Which of the following events happened last?
A. Alfred the Great became the King of England.
B. The Tang Dynasty ended in China.
C. The Japanese court was established at Heian.
D. Lady Murasaki Shikibu wrote The Tale of the Genji.
20. Which of the following events happened before the Tang Dynasty was established in China?
A. William the Conqueror invaded England.
B. Alfred the Great became the King of England.
C. Gregory the Great became Pope.
D. The Japanese court was established at Heian.