Praxis Citizenship Education: Content Knowledge (5087)
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10 sample questions for the Praxis Citizenship Education: Content Knowledge (5087), with the correct answer and an explanation for each. No account needed. Try each one before you open the answer.
Sections covered on the exam: United States History, World History, Government, Civics, and Political Science, Economics, Citizenship and Civic Engagement, Geography, Social Studies Skills and Instructional Application.
Question 1 · United States History
Answer: C. Access to navigable rivers and trade
New England colonies relied on trade, fishing, and shipbuilding. Navigable rivers and coastal access supported commerce.
Question 2 · United States History
Answer: D. Natural rights
Enlightenment thinkers promoted natural rights such as life, liberty, and property.
Question 3 · United States History
“In a federal system, power is divided between national and state governments.”
Answer: D. States manage local schools
Education is primarily controlled by state governments, reflecting federalism.
Question 4 · Economics
Answer: B. Perfect competition
Perfect competition involves many sellers and identical goods.
Question 5 · Citizenship and Civic Engagement
“Media outlets influence how people perceive political issues by selecting which stories to highlight.”
Answer: A. Media bias
Media bias occurs when information is presented in a way that influences perception.
Question 6 · United States History
Answer: C. Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania was established by William Penn as a refuge for Quakers seeking religious freedom.
Question 7 · World History
Answer: B. Realism and perspective
Renaissance artists focused on realism, proportion, and perspective.
Question 8 · United States History
“The president vetoes a bill passed by Congress.”
Answer: B. Checks and balances
The veto is a check on legislative power.
Question 9 · Economics
Answer: B. Supply exceeds demand
Surplus means excess supply at a given price.
Question 10 · Citizenship and Civic Engagement
“News outlets may present events differently depending on their perspective.”
Answer: A. Media bias
Bias occurs when coverage reflects a particular viewpoint.
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