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What is the primary purpose of government?

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To maintain order, provide public services, and protect individual liberties.

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True or False: The United States operates under a unitary system of government.

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False

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What is federalism?

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A system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the supreme law of the land.

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Constitution

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What is the significance of the Bill of Rights?

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It enumerates the individual rights and liberties protected from government infringement.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of government?

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Democracy, Oligarchy, Autocracy, and Technocracy.

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What principle prevents one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

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Checks and balances.

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True or False: The Constitution can be amended.

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True

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What does the term ‘popular sovereignty’ mean?

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The principle that the authority of the government is created and sustained by the consent of its people.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ clause allows Congress to make laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers.

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Necessary and Proper

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What is the main function of the legislative branch?

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To make laws.

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Multiple Choice: Which amendment abolished slavery?

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13th Amendment

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What is the role of the executive branch?

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To enforce and implement laws.

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True or False: The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review.

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True

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What are enumerated powers?

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Powers specifically granted to Congress by the Constitution.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the highest court in the United States.

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Supreme Court

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What is a veto?

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The power of the president to reject a bill passed by Congress.

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Multiple Choice: Which document outlines the framework of the U.S. government?

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The Constitution

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What is the importance of the separation of powers?

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It prevents the concentration of power in one branch of government.

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True or False: The Senate has the power to confirm presidential appointments.

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True

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What is a political party?

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An organized group of people who share similar political beliefs and work to influence government policy.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ Amendment granted women the right to vote.

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19th

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What is a primary election?

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An election held to determine a party’s candidate for the general election.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a function of political parties?
Recruiting candidates, organizing elections, and facilitating voter participation.
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True or False: Interest groups are the same as political parties.
False
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What does the term 'checks and balances' refer to?
The system that ensures no one branch of government becomes too powerful.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is responsible for interpreting laws.
Judicial branch
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What is an amendment?
A change or addition to the Constitution.
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Multiple Choice: Which amendment prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes?
3rd Amendment
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What is the significance of the 10th Amendment?
It reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.
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True or False: The electoral college is used to elect members of Congress.
False
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What is a civil liberty?
Individual rights protected by law from government interference.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ protects against self-incrimination.
5th Amendment
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What is the main goal of the executive branch?
To execute and enforce laws.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a power of the federal government?
Regulating interstate commerce.
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True or False: State governments can make treaties with foreign countries.
False
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What is a referendum?
A direct vote in which an entire electorate is invited to vote on a particular proposal.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ ensures freedom of speech.
1st Amendment
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What is the role of the judiciary?
To interpret laws and ensure justice.
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Multiple Choice: Which amendment abolished poll taxes?
24th Amendment
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True or False: The Constitution was ratified in 1787.
True
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What is the significance of Marbury v. Madison?
It established the principle of judicial review.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a written document outlining the principles of democracy.
Constitution
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What is a political action committee (PAC)?
An organization that raises and spends money to elect or defeat political candidates.
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Multiple Choice: Which branch of government has the power to declare war?
Legislative branch
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True or False: The President has the power to make treaties without Senate approval.
False
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What is the significance of the 14th Amendment?
It grants citizenship and equal protection under the law.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ protects the right to bear arms.
2nd Amendment
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What is an executive order?
A directive issued by the President to manage the operations of the federal government.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the 1st Amendment?
Freedom of speech
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True or False: The President can unilaterally declare a national emergency.
True
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What is a lobbyist?
A person who tries to influence legislation on behalf of a special interest group.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ guarantees the right to a speedy trial.
6th Amendment
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What is the primary function of the Supreme Court?
To interpret the Constitution and federal laws.
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Multiple Choice: Who has the power to impeach the President?
The House of Representatives
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True or False: The Constitution provides for a system of direct democracy.
False
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What is a unicameral legislature?
A legislature with only one chamber.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ Amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment.
8th
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What is the role of the Speaker of the House?
To preside over the House of Representatives and manage its proceedings.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following amendments granted women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
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True or False: The Senate is composed of 100 members.
True
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What does the term 'bicameral legislature' mean?
A legislature with two chambers.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ gives Congress the power to regulate commerce.
Commerce Clause
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What is the significance of the 22nd Amendment?
It limits the President to two terms in office.
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Multiple Choice: Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
Legislative branch
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True or False: The President can veto a bill passed by Congress.
True
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What is the role of the Vice President?
To support the President and preside over the Senate.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ Amendment prohibits the denial of the right to vote based on race.
15th
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What is a government monopoly?
A situation where the government is the sole provider of a good or service.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a civil right?
The right to vote
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True or False: The Constitution was originally ratified without the Bill of Rights.
True
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What is the main purpose of the legislative process?
To create and pass laws.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ sets forth the procedures for amending the Constitution.
Article V
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What is the significance of the 26th Amendment?
It lowered the voting age to 18.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a power reserved for the states?
Regulating education
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True or False: The President has the power to grant pardons.
True
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What is a political spectrum?
A system of classifying different political positions.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
4th
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What is the role of the Chief Justice?
To preside over the Supreme Court and lead its deliberations.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a requirement to become President?
Must be a natural-born citizen.
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True or False: The Constitution can be interpreted differently over time.
True
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What is the purpose of the preamble to the Constitution?
To state the purposes and guiding principles of the Constitution.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the first ten amendments to the Constitution.
Bill of Rights

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