US Government: 1.06 Unit Test: Lessons 2-5 Part 1

What is the term for the written plan of government for the United States?

U.S. Constitution

What institution is created by a society to create and enforce public policies?

the government

- Where can you find the phrase "to insure domestic tranquility"? - Which phrase is included in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution? - What does the preamble to the U.S. Constitution state is one of the purposes of the U.S. government?

- in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution - "secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity" - Promote the general welfare.

What is the Code of Hammurabi?

an ancient set of laws that shed light on the purpose of government

Which term relates to power recognized as legitimate?

authority

Which type of theory argues that only a small number of people hold power in a society?

elitist

Which purpose is being fulfilled by a government that is preventing physical violence among members of society?

maintaining order

What is someone using when they control the actions of others?

power

Which purpose of government are the armed forces (the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard) fulfilling?

protecting the country and its people

Which term describes the power of a state to determine its form of government and its economic and social systems?

sovereignty