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Grade 8 · Social studies

Grade 8 Social studies diagnostic

12 questions on economics basics, government & citizenship, messages & sources and community. Answer what you can, then check your answers to see which topics are secure and what to practise next.

12 questions4 topicsAbout 15 minutesSet 2 of 5

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1CommunityCommunity and civic reasoning: which term fits this description? A situation in which a competing interest could improperly influence a duty or decision.
2CommunityWhich response respects a person's boundary?
3CommunityOf 40 respondents, 30 support a proposal. What percentage supports it in the sample?
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4Economics basicsAfter the holidays, far fewer people want to buy wrapping paper. Which change does this describe?
5Economics basicsA town expects revenue of $62 million and plans to spend $184 million this year. What is the result?
6Economics basicsTheo has one free Saturday afternoon and ranks the options: 1) practising piano, 2) working a shift at the bakery, 3) going to a movie. Theo chooses practising piano. What is the opportunity cost of this choice?
7Government & citizenshipIn a class election, Ana got 10 votes, Gus got 8 votes and Eli got 28 votes. The candidate with the most votes wins. Who won?
8Government & citizenshipWhat is the capital city of Saskatchewan, where its legislature meets?
9Government & citizenshipIn Canada, which level of government is mainly responsible for most highways within the province?
10Messages & sourcesWhich statement is a fact that could be checked? • Blue is a nicer colour than green. • There are 12 months in a year.
11Messages & sourcesIs this statement a fact or an opinion? “Canada has ten provinces and three territories.”
12Messages & sourcesWhich persuasion technique does this advertisement mainly use? “Join the millions of families who have switched to Brand X.”