Hiset Exam - Social Studies

This document is the official Social Studies examination for the HiSET high school equivalency test, reflecting the current standards for the 2025/2026 testing cycle. It provides a complete and authentic review resource for Section 2 of the exam, featuring a full set of 60 questions with verified answers to solidify content understanding and test readiness. The content is structured to assess a comprehensive range of social studies competencies across core disciplines, including: U.S. and World History: Analyzing primary and secondary sources on pivotal events such as the voyage of the MS St. Louis, U.S. territorial expansion and "Manifest Destiny," the Harlem Renaissance, and the Cold War Space Race. Civics and Government: Understanding the distribution of powers between national and state governments, the structure and functions of Congress, the role of the judicial branch, and the responsibilities of citizenship. Economics: Applying fundamental concepts such as compound interest, the Consumer Price Index (CPI), inflation, the role of the Federal Reserve, and the implications of national debt. Geography: Interpreting maps to understand migration patterns and push/pull factors, and identifying key global landmarks like the Prime Meridian. Sociology and Current Issues: Evaluating real-world scenarios like public hearings on zoning, analyzing population pyramids, and critiquing the methodology and conclusions of public opinion surveys. This resource is indispensable for candidates aiming to gauge their proficiency in critical thinking, document analysis, and data interpretation. It serves as a definitive tool for self-assessment and final preparation for the HiSET Social Studies section, ensuring familiarity with the test's structure, question formats, and the depth of its content.