Praxis II: Citizenship Education Content Knowledge Exam Prep - Question List

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51. What was the general sentiment toward religious affairs in Europe in the 1500s?
  1. People were turning toward Calvinist forms of worship.
  2. Many doubted that the Catholic Church could provide adequate spiritual leadership.
  3. People were leaning toward Martin Luther’s teachings.
  4. Many felt a highly devout, unquestioning allegiance toward the Catholic Church.
52. Which of the following international organizations has played the most influential role in determining the price and production level of oil in the post- World War II era?
  1. The World Trade Organization
  2. The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
  3. The Common Market
  4. The European Economic Community
53. Why was George Washington’s presidential administration so significant?
  1. His administration supported the British after the French declared war upon them in 1793.
  2. His administration abolished slavery.
  3. His was the very first administration.
  4. His administration established a strong connection with Native American tribes throughout the United States.
54. After the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860, why did the Southern states secede from the Union?
  1. To preserve the institution of slavery
  2. The Northern states attacked the Southern states.
  3. Lincoln enforced extremely high taxes upon the Southern states.
  4. They wanted to pledge allegiance back to British rule.
55. During the Renaissance, what did Europeans desire that eventually led to the discovery of the New World?
  1. To discover an all-water route to the East
  2. To establish a place where they could freely practice their religion
  3. To civilize all of the people around the world
  4. To spread Christianity

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