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Understanding Social Security

This worksheet explores the history, structure, and current challenges of the Social Security system in the United States, suitable for Grade 11 Social Studies.

Grade 11 Social studies Civics & GovernmentSocial Security
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D2.Civ.1.9-12. Explain how the U.S. Constitution establishes a system of government that has powers, responsibilities, and limits that have changed over time and that are still contested.D2.Eco.12.9-12. Explain the role of government in regulating the economy.D2.His.14.9-12. Analyze multiple and complex causes and effects of events in the past.

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Social SecurityCivicsGovernmentEconomicsUS History
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Understanding Social Security

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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers based on your knowledge of the Social Security system in the United States.

1. Social Security was established in what year as part of the New Deal?

a

1929

b

1935

c

1941

d

1950

2. The primary source of funding for Social Security benefits comes from:

a

Income taxes

b

Sales taxes

c

Payroll taxes (FICA)

d

Property taxes

3. Social Security provides retirement, disability, and   benefits.

4. The Social Security Administration is an independent agency of the   government.

5. All income earned by an individual is subject to Social Security taxes.

T

True

F

False

6. Social Security is designed to be the sole source of income for retirees.

T

True

F

False

7. Briefly explain the concept of 'pay-as-you-go' in relation to Social Security.

8. What are some of the current challenges facing the Social Security system?

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

demographics
trust fund
Great Depression
Medicare

9. Social Security was created during the   to provide a safety net for Americans.

10. The aging population and changing   are major concerns for Social Security's long-term solvency.