Social Studies6-8
Investigating the Past Exam
By Teresa F.
This 10-question multiple-choice exam assesses 6th graders' understanding of key social science roles, artifacts, and prehistoric cave art, based on the TCI Lesson 1 study guide.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this exam as a formative assessment following instruction on social scientists and prehistoric evidence.
- Discussion question: How are the skills of a historian, archaeologist, and geographer similar to those of a detective?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide a word bank with key terms from the study guide.
- Extension for advanced learners: Ask students to research another famous prehistoric site and present their findings.
- Estimated time: 20-30 minutes.
Social Studies6-8
Investigating the Past Exam
By Teresa F.
This 10-question multiple-choice exam assesses 6th graders' understanding of key social science roles, artifacts, and prehistoric cave art, based on the TCI Lesson 1 study guide.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this exam as a formative assessment following instruction on social scientists and prehistoric evidence.
- Discussion question: How are the skills of a historian, archaeologist, and geographer similar to those of a detective?
- Scaffold for struggling readers: Provide a word bank with key terms from the study guide.
- Extension for advanced learners: Ask students to research another famous prehistoric site and present their findings.
- Estimated time: 20-30 minutes.