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K–12 Standards

Grade 4

Other Nevada Social Studies sets

Nevada: Past and Present

  • 1.

    Generate compelling questions to explore the history of Nevada.SS.4.1

  • 2.

    Generate and answer supporting questions that help address the compelling question.SS.4.2

  • 3.

    Analyze the differences between primary and secondary sources and use them to construct an argument about the past.SS.4.3

  • 4.

    Analyze the sourcing and context of sources with corroboration and close reading.SS.4.4

  • 5.

    Cite evidence that supports a response to supporting or compelling questions.SS.4.5

  • 6.

    Construct responses to compelling questions using reasoning, examples, and relevant details.SS.4.6

  • 7.

    Construct organized explanations for various audiences and purposes using evidence and reasoning.SS.4.7

  • 8.

    Participate in a structured academic discussion using evidence and reasoning to share and critique ideas.SS.4.8

  • 9.

    List and discuss group or individual action to help address local or regional problems.SS.4.9

  • 10.

    Use deliberative and democratic procedures to take action about an issue.SS.4.10

  • 11.

    Evaluate why Nevada became a state and the role of Nevada in national politics.SS.4.11

  • 12.

    Analyze how Nevada's population and culture have changed over time.SS.4.12

  • 13.

    Analyze the diverse population of Nevada's early inhabitants, natives, and settlers and discuss their unique experiences and contributions.SS.4.13

  • 14.

    Evaluate the development and evolution of Nevada's symbols, mottoes, and slogans.SS.4.14

  • 15.

    Analyze how racism and discriminatory practices have led to oppression in Nevada.SS.4.15

  • 16.

    Analyze how diverse individuals and groups in Nevada led movements for social justice in response to discriminatory practices.SS.4.16

  • 17.

    Analyze the impact that Native people have had on the culture of Nevada.SS.4.17

  • 18.

    Identify and analyze the diversity and cultural traditions of Nevada's people, including but not limited to: Native communities, Basque communities, etc.SS.4.18

  • 19.

    Identify the contributions of culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse individual Nevadans to the advancement of Nevada.SS.4.19

  • 20.

    Evaluate how core civic virtues and democratic principles have guided or continue to guide local and state government in Nevada.SS.4.20

  • 21.

    Identify and discuss examples of rules, laws, and authorities that keep people safe and property secure in the state of Nevada.SS.4.21

  • 22.

    Investigate how interest groups have influenced the political, social, and cultural landscape of Nevada.SS.4.22

  • 23.

    Create maps that include human and physical features and demonstrates spatial patterns in Nevada.SS.4.23

  • 24.

    Examine how and why Nevada's landscape has been impacted by humans.SS.4.24

  • 25.

    Analyze how technological changes have impacted the environment and economy of Nevada.SS.4.25

  • 26.

    Describe the difference in population distribution across Nevada.SS.4.26

  • 27.

    Using the historical and contemporary examples discuss the importance of major industries to Nevada's economy.SS.4.27

  • 29.

    Describe the intended and unintended consequences of decisions made regarding limited and shared resources in Nevada.SS.4.29

  • 30.

    Investigate the role of Nevada's economy in relation to the national economy.SS.4.30

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 4
When were these standards adopted?
2017
Where can I read the official document?
Nevada Academic Content Standards for Social Studies

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