DEMOCRACY

The graph shows choice of party affiliation. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-03/3315-05-03-assessment/3315-05-03-17.png Based on this graph, which percentage of poll respondents were Democrats in November 2012? 25 percent 30 percent 35 percent 40 percent

35 percent

What is one way in which local governments are similar to federal governments? Both are divided into three branches. Both have divisions called counties. Both are led by a president. Both have a board of supervisors.

Both are divided into three branches.

How have changes in the media and modern technology most changed how candidates campaign? Candidates must always appear friendly when interacting with opponents. Candidates must explain their positions well in written newspaper articles. Candidates must look and sound likeable on camera. Candidates must effectively give long, in-person speeches.

Candidates must look and sound likeable on camera.

Which statement about communism is the most accurate? Communism allows citizens to own property. Communism gives control to multiple branches. Communism allows citizens to elect leaders. Communism gives control to party leaders.

Communism gives control to party leaders.

Which is the best definition of communism? Communism is an economic system in which the distribution of property and resources is primarily controlled by the government. Communism is an economic system in which the distribution of property and resources is primarily controlled by private businesses. Communism is a political system in which power lies in the hands of a single figure who acts as a monarch. Communism is a political system in which power lies in the hands of several political parties.

Communism is an economic system in which the distribution of property and resources is primarily controlled by the government.

What was the impact of the Griswold v. Connecticut ruling? Couples were required to keep marriage vows private. Couples were allowed to keep their marriage decisions private. Couples were expected to obey state law regarding marriage. Couples were encouraged to regard their marriage as sacred.

Couples were allowed to keep their marriage decisions private.

Which best explains how Deng Xiaoping modernized industry in China? He allowed private businesses to operate. He encouraged production goals for factories. He allowed capitalism in new economic zones. He introduced rules favorable to factory owners.

He allowed capitalism in new economic zones.

Who was Vladimir Lenin? He was a leader of the Bolsheviks in Russia. He was a Russian activist who was executed. He was a Russian general during World War I. He was a member of Russia's provisional government.

He was a leader of the Bolsheviks in Russia.

Which describes Getulio Vargas, who ruled Brazil during the Great Depression? He was a strong leader who shared power with a legislature. He was a strong military leader who ruled as a dictator. He was a strong leader who shared power with the people. He was a strong civilian leader who ruled as a president.

He was a strong military leader who ruled as a dictator.

Which statement about general education policy is most accurate? It is controlled only by the federal government. All funding comes from the state. It is set by multiple levels of the government. All policies are determined by local school boards.

It is set by multiple levels of the government.

In state government, what does the office of the secretary of state do? It acts as the chief law enforcement officer. It acts as the state's legal adviser. It oversees state agencies and elections. It oversees the office of lieutenant governor.

It oversees state agencies and elections.

How does the Department of Health and Human Services support the public welfare? It runs health and well-being programs for many people. It provides assistance and guidance to veterans. It ensures food safety along with plant and animal health. It gives assistance to people who are retired or disabled.

It runs health and well-being programs for many people.

During the Civil War, Grant's capture of Fort Henry and Fort Donelson contributed to Union control of Kentucky and Tennessee. Kentucky and Missouri. the Ohio River. the Mississippi River.

Kentucky and Tennessee.

In 1978, Lech Walesa led a worker's strike in _____.

Poland

Which president initially proposed the development of the EPA? President Reagan President Nixon President Clinton President Ford

President Nixon

Who created utopianism? Karl Marx Adam Smith Robert Owen Friedrich Engels

Robert Owen

What was most surprising about the outbreak of the Chinese Civil War? Chiang Kai-shek switched sides to launch an attack on the Communist Party. The Communist Party leaders once had declared their opposition to war. The Nationalist Party and the Communist Party formerly were aligned. The Nationalist Party had much to lose and little to gain in a civil war.

The Nationalist Party and the Communist Party formerly were aligned.

Which event happens last in the appeals process? The Supreme Court rules on a case. An individual is found guilty during a trial. An individual appeals a sentence. A case is sent to the court of appeals.

The Supreme Court rules on a case.

In the American colonies, which document called for religious freedom and helped to create aspects fo the First Amendment? The Mayflower Compact The US Constitution The Bill of Rights The Virginia Declaration of Rights

The Virginia Declaration of Rights

Which best explains why the Great Leap Forward hurt China's economy? The changes led to a demoralized and inefficient workforce. The changes meant fewer workers for factories and farms. The changes led to widespread poverty and millions of homeless. The changes meant farms could no longer produce enough food.

The changes meant farms could no longer produce enough food.

Which best describes men in the USSR under Joseph Stalin's regime? They lost many of their jobs to women. They became less important to the economy. They worked in farming more than in industry. They were in demand for industrial jobs.

They were in demand for industrial jobs.

Which piece of legislation increased the number of demographics eligible to vote by decreasing the required voting age to 18? Fifteenth Amendment Twenty-sixth Amendment Nineteenth Amendment Voting Rights Act

Twenty-sixth

The ____ carries the responsibility of enforcing anti-discrimination laws.

US Department of Education

Which best describes how unenumerated rights differ from procedural and substantive rights? Unenumerated rights apply only to the states. Unenumerated rights are not listed in the Bill of Rights. Unenumerated rights can never be defined. Unenumerated rights combine procedural and substantive rights.

Unenumerated rights are not listed in the Bill of Rights.

Congress declares a person to be guilty of a crime without having been given a trial. This is an example of habeas corpus. a bill of attainder. an ex post facto law. cruel and unusual punishment.

a bill of attainder.

Any goods being imported from another country may be subject to ______ issued by the federal government..

a tariff

After winning independence, both Vietnam and Cambodia remained under Communist control. achieved global economic success. suffered under brutal regimes of control. remained poverty-stricken.

achieved global economic success.

State governments are required to create two separate legislative houses. collect sales taxes from citizens. allow citizens to choose representatives. collect federal taxes from citizens.

allow citizens to choose representatives.

In most cases, the US Supreme Court functions as a trial court. a circuit court. an appellate court. a superior court.

an appellate court.

The Supreme Court is best characterized as a federal court. an appellate court. a judicial court. a inferior court.

an appellate court.

One of president's powers is the ability to appoint senators. approve pardons. appoint mayors. confirm judges.

approve pardons.

Why were some framers in favor of incorporating the Bill of Rights? because then the Bill of Rights would cover both state and federal law because then the Bill of Rights would protect both citizens and noncitizens because then the framers would only have to follow the federal laws because then the framers would only have to follow their state's laws

because then the Bill of Rights would cover both state and federal law

How can the Senate limit the power of the House? by not sending bills to the House by not approving the House's bills by being the upper chamber by having six-year terms

by not approving the House's bills

How did Enlightenment thinkers approach the study of government? by taking a historical view by taking a divine right view by taking a faith-based view by taking a secular view

by taking a secular view

Introduced in Russia after 1917, the system in which a government controls the distribution of land and resources is known as ___.

communism

Which term defines a power shared by state and federal governments? concurrent expressed implied reserved

concurrent

A parish or borough is also known as a government. county. municipality. town.

county.

What is considered the most important power Congress holds? collecting taxes electing leaders creating laws determining citizenship

creating laws

What impact was affirmative action designed to have? creating quotas for minority admissions or hiring establishing multiple African American colleges requiring companies to only hire female executives mandating that universities eliminate all scholarship programs

creating quotas for minority admissions or hiring

Porfirio Diaz and Santa Anna each led Mexico after independence as kings. presidents. oligarchs. dictators.

dictators.

The Emancipation Proclamation freed most enslaved people in the South and those in the North. all enslaved people everywhere in the United States. most enslaved people in the North and those in border states. enslaved people in the South but not those in border states.

enslaved people in the South but not those in border states.

Read this excerpt from the body paragraphs of an informative essay. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issues a warning when a foodborne illness breaks out. The agency informs the public about foods to avoid on their website and in public statements. The FDA also tells consumers what to do if they become sick. Which detail would provide helpful, factual support to this excerpt? the name of the director of the FDA the year the agency was founded examples of foodborne illnesses names of dietary supplements

examples of foodborne illnesses

When the government spends money or makes a payment, it is called a(n) ____

expenditure

In a state's judicial branch, the supreme court hears appeals from higher courts. from lower courts. from federal appellate courts. from federal circuit courts.

from lower courts.

In terms of production, socialism advocated for government control. improved working conditions. supply and demand. school and housing construction.

government control.

The Sixth Amendment ensures a citizen's right to worship freely. vote. have a fair trial. bear arms.

have a fair trial.

Nongovernmental organizations operate with governmental oversight. using contract workers. independent of government. in single countries.

independent of government.

What is the Senate's only defense to a filibuster? calling a recess invoking cloture ending the session ignoring the person

invoking cloture

In a trial, who hears evidence and offers a verdict? juries witnesses police counsel

juries

The Voting Rights Act ended poll taxes. literacy tests. voter segregation. gender discrimination.

literacy tests.

How many political parties participate in a totalitarian government? one two three four

one

People accused of crimes and awaiting trial may be released from custody if they agree to stay under house arrest. pay bail. leave the country. testify truthfully.

pay bail.

As commander in chief, the ______ leads the armed forces.

president

The Constitution's creation of a national government with separation of powers prevents the national government from being controlled by one branch. eliminates overlapping or repetitive government powers among the branches. reduces government powers among all branches and gives them to the states. replaces stronger branch powers with weaker powers and grants more power to voters.

prevents the national government from being controlled by one branch.

In the early 1900s, the recall, referendum, and initiative provisions were all examples of progressive reform measures. parts of political machines. laws governing taxes. laws governing big business.

progressive reform measures.

____ is defined as the government requiring businesses to perform specific procedures.

regulation

Which of the following is an example of an action that might be taken by a regulatory agency? setting standards for the stock exchange and enforcing those standards creating the nation's money creating Medicare and Medicaid acting as a liaison between the US and other nations

setting standards for the stock exchange and enforcing those standards

Prior to the Seventeenth Amendment, who chose the members of the US Senate? governors direct primaries state legislatures members of Congress

state legislatures

To volunteer for national service, US citizens can serve at homeless shelters. work for religious programs. join the volunteer firefighters. take part in Teach for America.

take part in Teach for America.

During criminal cases, what is guaranteed by the Constitution? media coverage trial by jury an experienced lawyer a panel of justices

trial by jury

After the passage of the Seventeenth Amendment, how many senators were elected to serve each state? one two three four

two

Which statement about the lawmaking process is accurate? A bill can only originate in the Senate. A bill can have a second chance after a veto. A bill can only originate in the House of Representatives. A bill is never passed without some difficulty.

A bill can have a second chance after a veto.

Which statement best defines a communist government? A communist government gives power to multiple branches. A communist government is an autocracy. A communist government is led by one political party. A communist government allows for limited voting.

A communist government is led by one political party.

Which of the following is the best example of populism? A government allows its people to govern themselves. A monarch holds absolute power over people. A government restricts the freedom of its citizens. A government declares that all people are equal.

A government allows its people to govern themselves.

Read the excerpt from the US Constitution. Congress shall make no law respecting . . . religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. Which example violates this portion of Amendment I? A student is allowed to read the Bible in class. A woman is allowed to hold a religious meeting in a park. A mayor attends a different church than his employees. A governor declares a new state religion.

A governor declares a new state religion.

Which statement best describes a commission system? A legislative body hires a leader to oversee city departments. An elected leader and an elected legislative body share responsibility. A leader oversees city departments, and a legislative body has limited power. A legislative body oversees city departments directly.

A legislative body oversees city departments directly.

How does a referendum give people more of a say in government? A referendum allows people to vote to accept or reject a law. A referendum allows people to remove an official from office. A referendum allows people to change laws or propose new ones. A referendum allows people to impeach an official for wrongdoing.

A referendum allows people to vote to accept or reject a law.

When the Supreme Court rules on a case, how many "agree" votes are needed to reach a verdict? The Chief Justice's opinion is the verdict. A simple majority is needed. A 2/3 majority is needed. All nine justices must agree.

A simple majority is needed.

Which is the best example of zoning? A city school board meets to determine a school's policies. A town creates a school district and a business district. A city fixes streets and damaged pipe systems. A council works to create an effective town budget.

A town creates a school district and a business district.

What is the benefit of having legislation ratified in the form of an amendment? An amendment is part of the US Constitution, and superior over other acts. An amendment is quicker to pass than an act. An amendment can be changed if society shifts in the future. An amendment automatically triggers lawsuits if it is ignored.

An amendment is part of the US Constitution, and superior over other acts.

Which explains a difference between an original case and appellate case that the Supreme Court hears? An original case has been heard by a lower court, while an appellate case has not. An original case involves the executive branch, while an appellate case does not. An appellate case involves the legislative branch, while an original case does not. An appellate case has been heard by a lower court, while an original case has not.

An appellate case has been heard by a lower court, while an original case has not.

In terms of production, what best describes the difference between capitalism and socialism? Capitalism is a system in which goods are made by private businesses, but socialism stresses government control over production. Capitalism is a system in which the government controls production, but socialism stresses production by private businesses. Capitalism is a system in which people pursue their own self-interests, but socialism stresses an equal distribution of wealth. Capitalism is a system in which government should "plan" the economy, but socialism stresses that free market dictates production.

Capitalism is a system in which goods are made by private businesses, but socialism stresses government control over production.

What is the most likely reason Chiang Kai-shek was able to rule as a dictator? Chinese warlords' strong rule demonstrated that democracy was ineffective. The Nationalist Party had violently rejected republican rule under Sun Yat-sen. The Communist Party supported Chiang Kai-shek and totalitarian government. China was ready for a powerful leader after chaos at the end of the republic.

China was ready for a powerful leader after chaos at the end of the republic.

Judeo-Christian principles refer to the religious beliefs and values held in common by Christians and Muslims. Christians and Jews. Buddhists and Jews. ancient Athenians and Christians.

Christians and Jews.

Why is cloture very difficult to achieve? Senators are famous for their debating prowess and would not easily give up to cloture. The two-thirds vote of the Senate is almost impossible to attain. Cloture can only be achieved by a three-fifths vote, and parties don't usually have that kind of majority. Senators usually wish to continue the discussion, and work hard to prevent members from voting for cloture.

Cloture can only be achieved by a three-fifths vote, and parties don't usually have that kind of majority.

Why did Japanese soldiers kill so many civilians in Nanking, China? Commanders encouraged their soldiers to be as brutal as possible. Civilians attacked the soldiers first, and then the soldiers retaliated. Soldiers were inexperienced at fighting and panicked under pressure. Chinese forces were closing in, so the soldiers took desperate measures.

Commanders encouraged their soldiers to be as brutal as possible.

Which best describes the difference between economic and social policies? Economic policies control the supply of money, while social policies manage spending. Economic policies address educational issues, while social policies regulate businesses. Economic policies fund public schools, while social policies provide Social Security. Economic policies manage taxes, while social policies provide public assistance.

Economic policies manage taxes, while social policies provide public assistance.

Which statement best describes a result of the Battle of Gettysburg? Europe withdrew its financial support for the Confederate government. Europe would not recognize the Confederacy as an independent nation. The Confederacy began to believe that it might win the Civil War. The Confederacy dealt a powerful blow to the Union military.

Europe would not recognize the Confederacy as an independent nation.

Which amendment to the Constitution gives people the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances? First Amendment Second Amendment Fifth Amendment Fourteenth Amendment

First Amendment

What was the important precedent set by the Gitlow v. New York case? The equal protection clause was dropped from the Fourteenth Amendment. The due process clause was dropped from the Fourteenth Amendment. First Amendment freedoms were incorporated into the Fourteenth Amendment. Fourteenth Amendment rights were incorporated into the Fifteenth Amendment.

First Amendment freedoms were incorporated into the Fourteenth Amendment.

Before gaining independence, the colonies in Indochina were controlled by the United States and France France and Britain the United States and China France and China

France and Britain

All citizens in ancient Athens took part in government by voting in the Senate. Council of 500. General Assembly. legislative branch.

General Assembly.

Why did Thomas Paine question British authority to rule the colonies in Common Sense? He believed the king would only approve laws that benefited Britain. He believed Parliament did not understand the needs of the American people. He believed British laws could not be enforced from a distance. He believed the size of the colonies made them impossible for Britain to rule.

He believed the king would only approve laws that benefited Britain.

In Miranda v. Arizona (1966), why did Ernesto Miranda say his Fifth Amendment rights had been violated? He had been stopped and searched without a judge issuing a proper warrant. He had been tried for serious crimes without a grand jury issuing an indictment. He had confessed to crimes without being reminded of his right to avoid self-incrimination. He had been jailed without being informed of the charges against him.

He had confessed to crimes without being reminded of his right to avoid self-incrimination.

Which is an example of the difference between a responsibility and a duty of a US citizen who is an 18-year-old male? He has a responsibility to pay taxes and a duty to perform community service. He has a responsibility to vote and a duty to register for selective service. He has a responsibility to serve on a jury and the duty to help neighbors in need. He has a responsibility to serve in the military and a duty to clean up litter.

He has a responsibility to vote and a duty to register for selective service.

Which of these statements accurately describes Joseph Stalin? Check all that apply. He was less brutal than previous Russian leaders. He overthrew Lenin to become leader of the USSR. He cut steel production to improve the economy. He restricted citizens' personal rights and freedoms. He held absolute power as a totalitarian dictator.

He restricted citizens' personal rights and freedoms. He held absolute power as a totalitarian dictator.

How does a communist system of government differ from a democracy? In a communist system, power is inherited and passed down. In a democracy, power is in the hands of the people. In a communist system, elections are never held. In a democracy, the people vote in elections to choose their leaders. In a communist system, voters choose from a wide variety of candidates. In a democracy, choice is somewhat limited. In a communist system, a single political party controls the government. In a democracy, the people can elect officials from different parties.

In a communist system, a single political party controls the government. In a democracy, the people can elect officials from different parties.

Which of these statements about counties is true? Counties determine state laws, and towns determine local laws. In most states, each individual county has its own government. The federal constitution determines the structure of a county government. Several states may make up one county and share the same government.

In most states, each individual county has its own government.

What role does the House of Representative have in the impeachment process? It forms a committee to hear complaints against an official. It brings charges against an official to remove the person from office. It holds a trial to present evidence against an official on the charges of impeachment. It decides whether the official is guilty and should be removed from office.

It brings charges against an official to remove the person from office.

During the Civil War, what was one advantage the Confederacy had over the Union? It controlled Vicksburg and other forts. It had a fleet of armored gunboats. It outnumbered the Union troops. It had the support of European nations.

It controlled Vicksburg and other forts.

What was the purpose of the Judiciary Act of 1789? It created the state court system. It created a federal court system. It created the judicial branch. It created the Supreme Court.

It created a federal court system.

Which is generally true of the lower house in a state legislative branch? It manages state agencies. It oversees state elections. It has more members than the Senate. It has fewer members than the Senate.

It has more members than the Senate.

Which statement about the SEC is accurate? It can convict people of crimes without a trial. It is part of the government's cabinet department. It is an independent agency that regulates finance. It is associated with the legislative branch.

It is an independent agency that regulates finance.

Which is the best explanation for why media coverage of elections's important? It is most people's only source of information on the issues and candidates. It helps people have a comprehensive understanding of all of the issues. It introduces the public to only the candidates who have the best chance of winning. It encourages people to vote for the right candidate based on the media's informed opinions.

It is most people's only source of information on the issues and candidates.

What statement about the Necessary and Proper Clause is accurate? It is the source of implied powers. It is written so as not to be open to debate. It specifically refers to both financial and military powers. It specifically reserves powers to other branches.

It is the source of implied powers.

What was the effect on China of the Boxer Rebellion? It led China to the verge of collapse. It made China a Communist country. It gave Europe a bigger role in China. It made China a major world power.

It led China to the verge of collapse.

Which explains why the Constitution enumerates the president's formal powers? It makes clear the president's role as head of the executive branch. It makes clear the president's role as head of the office of the president. It makes clear what the president should do when issuing executive orders. It makes clear what the president should do when using the mass media.

It makes clear the president's role as head of the executive branch.

How might a victory at Gettysburg have benefited the Confederacy? It might have convinced European nations to align with the South. It might have helped the South gain control of the Mississippi River. It might have made the West more accessible to the Confederacy. It might have helped the South maintain vital ports and shipping routes.

It might have convinced European nations to align with the South.

Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying? It makes businesses too transparent. It favors groups over the individual. It enables outsiders to influence lawmakers. It offers advantages to those with money.

It offers advantages to those with money.

What unintended result did Mao's Cultural Revolution have on China? It paved the way for the release of prisoners by the Red Guards. It caused the spread of communism to neighboring countries. It paved the way for Western-style economic and political development. It caused young people to leave the Red Guards and go to school.

It paved the way for Western-style economic and political development.

This chart shows the gross domestic product of the Philippines after independence. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3310/3310-11/3310-11-02/3310-11-02-assessment/3310-11-02-14.png What can be inferred about the Philippines? It is doing well but is still a poor nation compared with others. It has enjoyed sporadic economic success since the 1960s. It was a struggling nation but has achieved economic stability. It is now one of the wealthiest nations in the world.

It was a struggling nation but has achieved economic stability.

Which best describes the purpose of the Second Continental Congress? It was the group of leaders who worked to create the Declaration of Independence. It was the group of citizens who protested taxation without representation. It was the group of treasonous British soldiers who inhibited Britain's ability to collect taxes. It was the group of colonists who planted the seeds for the development of the Continental army.

It was the group of leaders who worked to create the Declaration of Independence.

The graph shows costs and projected costs at private four-year colleges, public four-year colleges, and public two-year colleges. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-06/3315-06-08/3315-06-08-assessment/3315-06-08-07.png What does the graph show about the projected cost at a private four-year college in 2025-26? It will be almost double the cost of a public four-year college. It will be almost triple the cost of a public four-year college. It will be almost four times the cost of a public two-year college. It will be almost five times the cost of a public two-year college.

It will be almost triple the cost of a public four-year college.

Which statement correctly describes the Senate? It's the lower chamber of Congress and has one hundred members. It's the upper chamber of Congress and has one hundred members. It's the lower chamber of Congress and has four hundred thirty-five members. It's the upper chamber of Congress and has four hundred thirty-five members.

It's the upper chamber of Congress and has one hundred members.

State laws passed primarily in Southern states to restrict the voting rights of African Americans after the passage of the Fifteenth Amendment came to be known collectively as Jim Crow laws. Voting Rights Acts. Black Codes. Affirmative Action.

Jim Crow laws.

The concept of natural rights, which was later used in the Declaration of Independence, was first proposed by Thomas Jefferson. Jean-Jacques Rousseau. James Otis. John Locke.

John Locke.

Read the verdict of the court in the case of Texas v. Johnson. [T]he Government may not prohibit the expression of an idea simply because society finds the idea itself offensive or disagreeable. Which sentence best summarizes the verdict? The government cannot decide whether something is illegal. An idea can be made illegal if people will be upset by it. Just because an idea is offensive does not mean it can be prohibited. Society has a large say in making ideas legal or illegal.

Just because an idea is offensive does not mean it can be prohibited.

Which of these is an example of a social interest group? the Tobacco Institute League of United Latin American Citizens the American Medical Association the Motion Picture Association of America

League of United Latin American Citizens

What happened in Poland in 1989? Many solidarity candidates were voted out of office. Workers finally were given the right to form unions. The Polish government banned all workers' unions. Lech Walesa became the first freely elected president.

Lech Walesa became the first freely elected president.

When Chief Justice Earl Warren stated, "A sense of inferiority affects the motivation of a child to learn," what was he essentially stating? Children often struggle with wanting to study. Learning is difficult if a child is not inspired. Low self-esteem can have a negative impact on grades. Students who feel inferior often spend more time alone.

Low self-esteem can have a negative impact on grades.

How did most Russian citizens make a living in the early 1900s? Most Russians were factory workers who earned low wages in manufacturing. Most Russians were peasants who worked on farms for very little money. Most Russians were white-collar employees who worked in offices and shops. Most Russians were wealthy landowners who were part of the privileged class.

Most Russians were peasants who worked on farms for very little money.

Lillian was hurt at work when a slippery, wet floor wasn't appropriately marked. Which regulatory agency should she turn to for help? EPA FDA SEC OSHA

OSHA

https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-05/3315-05-05-assessment/3315-05-05-17a.png Look at the bar graph. What is the most accurate conclusion someone can draw from this graph? Older voters have a harder time getting to the polls than younger voters. Age has little to do with voter turnout. Younger men vote in higher percentages than older women. Older women vote in higher percentages than younger men.

Older women vote in higher percentages than younger men.

Which explains how advances in online education will most likely affect college costs in the future? Online education will likely reduce costs and provide greater access for different kinds of students. Online education will likely maintain costs and provide better job opportunities for students. Online education will likely reduce costs but also limit access for different kinds of students. Online education will likely maintain costs but also limit job opportunities for students.

Online education will likely reduce costs and provide greater access for different kinds of students.

https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-05/3315-05-05-assessment/3315-05-05-08a.png Look at this map of an imaginary state that has been redistricted. Based on this map, what conclusion can someone draw about who was most likely in charge of the redistricting? Party 1 Party 2 neither party the federal government

Party 1

Which of these provisions is part of the Eighth Amendment? Witnesses must appear in court. A speedy trial is required. Counsel must be provided. Reasonable bail must be set.

Reasonable bail must be set.

https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-04/3315-05-04-assessment/3315-05-04-18.png Look at the bar graph, which shows the race for the Republican presidential nomination in 2012. Which of these statements best describes the information presented by the graph? Romney had more success in states with caucuses, not primaries. Paul, Gingrich, and Santorum combined won more delegates than Romney. Santorum's strategy should have been to run in more primaries. Romney won the most delegates in the race for the 2012 nomination.

Romney won the most delegates in the race for the 2012 nomination.

Read the following excerpt from a report about some of the possible reasons college costs are increasing. A major concern related to higher education's business model is that colleges and universities cannot or will not control their cost increases. In for-profit industries when productivity goes up, salaries usually go up. This is different in public education. Based on the excerpt, how is higher education different from for-profit industries? Salaries in higher education are higher because of business costs. Salaries in higher education are based on productivity. Salaries in higher education are lower because of business costs. Salaries in higher education are based on additional factors.

Salaries in higher education are based on additional factors.

When an issue creates disagreement among the states, how does federalism solve the problem? Each state is allowed to make its own decision about the issue. Federal and state powers are equal, so the issue has to be debated. Since federal powers are superior, the Constitution is applied. The national government creates unique rules for each of the states.

Since federal powers are superior, the Constitution is applied.

Examine the pie chart. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-06/3315-06-02/3315-06-02-assessment/3315-06-02-16.png Based on the chart, what areas made up half of the government's expenditures? Social Security, Labor and Transportation, and Other Social Security and Education/Health and Human Services Defense/Homeland Security, and Social Security Defense/Homeland Security, Treasury, and Veterans Affairs

Social Security and Education/Health and Human Services

Which is a main idea in the Ninth Amendment? Privacy rights must be respected, unless forbidden by the state law. Some rights are not included in the Constitution, but are still protected. Certain rights are included in the Constitution and should be protected. Some rights found in the Constitution should be denied in certain situations.

Some rights are not included in the Constitution, but are still protected.

What was the main reason Joseph Stalin created collective farms? Soviet farms were old-fashioned and inefficient. Collective farms would create many new jobs. Farmland could be turned into industrial land. Wasteful crop surpluses would be eliminated.

Soviet farms were old-fashioned and inefficient.

Based on the taxing and spending cycle, how will changing expenditures affect taxes collected by the government? Spending less will help lower prices, leading to an increase in tax revenue for the government. Spending less will reduce services, leading to a reduction in tax revenue for the government. Spending more will boost prices, leading to an increase in tax revenue for the government. Spending more will increase services, leading to a reduction in tax revenue for the government.

Spending less will reduce services, leading to a reduction in tax revenue for the government.

Why did the US Supreme Court rule against the state of Tennessee in Baker v. Carr? Tennessee had discriminated in favor of city voters over rural voters. Tennessee had not redistricted since 1901, keeping rural districts in power. Tennessee had refused to create districts that were the same shape. Tennessee had refused to take part in the national census.

Tennessee had not redistricted since 1901, keeping rural districts in power.

Why were the Articles of Confederation replaced with the Constitution? The Articles of Confederation did not give strong power to the federal government. The Articles of Confederation did not create a governmental structure for the states. The Articles of Confederation did not provide powers for strong individual state governments. The Articles of Confederation did not allow the federal government to deal with foreign countries.

The Articles of Confederation did not give strong power to the federal government.

What was one consequence of the October Revolution? Vladimir Lenin was exiled for his opposition to the government. Russian citizens began to protest food and coal shortages. Karl Marx created principles to establish classless societies. The Bolsheviks ended Russia's involvement in World War I.

The Bolsheviks ended Russia's involvement in World War I.

Which statement best describes the Enlightenment? The Enlightenment was a movement that grew out of unrest in the colonies. The Enlightenment was a European movement that the colonists rejected. The Enlightenment was a movement that Thomas Jefferson started. The Enlightenment was a European movement that spread to the colonies.

The Enlightenment was a European movement that spread to the colonies.

A student is writing an informative essay about the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA). How would FEMA's website differ from an outside source? The FEMA website would be more likely to have accurate information than an outside source. The FEMA website would be more likely to include secondhand information than an outside source. The FEMA website would be more likely to have information that would need to be verified than an outside source. The FEMA website would be more likely to report negative information about the agency than an outside source.

The FEMA website would be more likely to have accurate information than an outside source.

Which statement accurately describes the Fourth Amendment? The Fourth Amendment gives citizens the right to refuse a search under any circumstances. Police officers may seize anything they find suspicious. The Fourth Amendment describes the legal process for searches and seizures. A police officer can search someone's home, so long as a judge is present.

The Fourth Amendment describes the legal process for searches and seizures.

Which is a true statement about the Full Faith and Credit Clause? The Full Faith and Credit Clause deals with legal proceedings between states. The Full Faith and Credit Clause deals with enslaved persons in different states. The Full Faith and Credit Clause deals with equal protection for citizens. The Full Faith and Credit Clause deals with constitutional rights for citizens.

The Full Faith and Credit Clause deals with legal proceedings between states.

______ took power in Cambodia immediately after the Vietnam War.

The Khmer Rouge

Which best summarizes the role the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo played in ending the Dirty War? The Mothers played a major role in confronting the government and ending the war. The Mothers played a minor role in confronting the government and ending the war. The Mothers played a major role in supporting the government but a minor role in ending the war. The Mothers played a minor role in supporting the government but a major role in ending the war.

The Mothers played a major role in confronting the government and ending the war.

Which is a true statement about the Privileges and Immunities Clause? The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with amending the Constitution. The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with rights for enslaved persons. The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with shared rights for citizens. The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with ratifying the Constitution.

The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with shared rights for citizens.

Which describes how Congress affects the president's abilities to grant pardons and appoint cabinet members? The Senate approves pardons but not cabinet members. The House approves cabinet members but not pardons. The Senate approves cabinet members but not pardons. The House approves pardons but not cabinet members.

The Senate approves cabinet members but not pardons.

Read Vice President Aaron Burr's quote about the Senate. [The Senate] is a sanctuary; a citadel of law, of order, and of liberty; and it is here - it is here, in this exalted refuge; here, if anywhere, will resistance be made to the storms of political phrensy and the silent arts of corruption. What was Burr most likely saying about the Senate? The Senate can be counted on to encourage rebellion and discord. The Senate is the lower house not just in name, but in action. The Senate is the stable, righteous, and reliable arm of government. The Senate can exist without the need for another arm of Congress.

The Senate is the stable, righteous, and reliable arm of government.

What is the hierarchy in the structure of the House? The members are at the top, and the floor leaders are at the bottom. The Speaker is at the top, and the members are at the bottom. The Speaker is at the top, and the whips are at the bottom. The floor leaders are at the top, and the members are at the bottom.

The Speaker is at the top, and the members are at the bottom.

Which best explains how the Supremacy Clause is connected to federalism? The Supremacy Clause establishes that the federal government has more power than state governments. The Supremacy Clause establishes that the state governments have more power than the federal government. The Supremacy Clause forces the federal government and state governments to share power equally. The Supremacy Clause forces the federal government and state governments to fight for power.

The Supremacy Clause establishes that the federal government has more power than state governments.

Which of the following is a domestic influence on foreign policy? The US dollar rapidly declines in value. A famine in Ireland prompts US response. A foreigner on vacation in the United States threatens violence. The United States loses a key alliance with another nation.

The US dollar rapidly declines in value.

Why was the Union successful in the West during the Civil War? The Union had effective leadership in the West. The Union took a defensive stance in the West. The Union had more troops than the Confederacy in the West. The Union was fighting in very familiar territory in the West.

The Union took a defensive stance in the West.

Adam Smith is the author of what influential book? Capitalism, the Unknown Ideal Conditions of the Working Class The Communist Manifesto The Wealth of Nations

The Wealth of Nations

Which of these steps is second in the lawmaking process? The bill is sent to the president. The bill is introduced in Congress. The president signs or vetoes the bill. The bill passes in both houses.

The bill passes in both houses.

What is the difference between the establishment clause and the free-exercise clause? The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion while the free exercise clause allows people to express their religion. The establishment clause allows the government to favor a religion and the free exercise clause allows people to express their religion. The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion and the free exercise clause stops people from expressing their religious beliefs. The establishment clause allows the government to favor a religion and the free exercise clause stops people from being able to express their beliefs.

The establishment clause stops the government from favoring a religion while the free exercise clause allows people to express their religion.

The events surrounding Tinker v. Des Moines involved a school. Which statement best explains why the Supreme Court ruled in the students' favor? The events involved symbolic speech without disruption. The First Amendment always applies to issues of speech. The events involved controversial issues. The protest was an act of civil disobedience.

The events involved symbolic speech without disruption.

Based on the Schenk v. United States case, when might it be acceptable for the government to restrict information released by the press? The government can never restrict information released by the press. The government can only restrict information when it could be harmful to an individual's reputation. The government can only restrict information released when practicing prior restraint. The government can only restrict information that could present an immediate threat to security or the public.

The government can only restrict information that could present an immediate threat to security or the public.

Which best explains how the structure of the executive office of the president helps fulfill Presidency's office's role? The office is led by the chief of staff, who serves as a key adviser to the president. The office has multiple levels of staff and advisers who help the president in many areas. The office is led by the vice president, who serves as a key adviser to the president. The office has a single level of staff and advisers who help the president in many areas.

The office has multiple levels of staff and advisers who help the president in many areas.

According to the establishment clause, how would a historical society's posting of the Ten Commandments along with the history of religion and its beliefs and practices be viewed? The posting would be in violation of the clause because religious items cannot be put in public places. The posting would be in violation of the clause because the items relate to a particular religion. The posting would not be in violation of the clause because there is a learning purpose to the items. The posting would not be in violation of the clause because people willingly go to the historical society.

The posting would not be in violation of the clause because people willingly go to the historical society.

In Engel v. Vitale, why did the courts rule that prayer in schools was unconstitutional? The prayer took time away from instruction. The prayer was considered a religious activity. The prayer promoted one religion. The prayer was required in the school.

The prayer was considered a religious activity.

How did the Great Purge demonstrate Joseph Stalin's paranoia? The purge targeted those who might challenge Stalin's power. Stalin used the purge to strengthen the Communist Party. The purge was done in secret so the public would never know. Stalin's fear of religious practice largely motivated the purge.

The purge targeted those who might challenge Stalin's power.

Which best describes the work done by lobbyists? They raise money for clients' preferred candidates and political interests. They run political campaigns to get policy measures passed. They advise clients on which laws are favorable. They apply pressure on lawmakers to pass laws that are favorable to clients.

They apply pressure on lawmakers to pass laws that are favorable to clients.

Which best describes how Mexican leaders sought to protect democratic rule after the country's revolution? They restricted foreign investment. They provided free education. They passed worker protection laws. They approved a new constitution.

They approved a new constitution.

How were Samuel Adams and Thomas Jefferson alike in their position on ratifying the Constitution? They both opposed a strong federal government. They both disagreed with Patrick Henry. They both favored ratifying the Constitution. They both sided with Alexander Hamilton.

They both opposed a strong federal government.

Which statement applies to both senators and representatives? They serve four-year terms. They can be expelled for breaking rules. They must have a college education. They are required to be registered voters.

They can be expelled for breaking rules.

How might opinion polls negatively affect voter behaviors? They often sway voters' opinions on the issues. They can motivate people to not vote. They frequently influence voters' stance on the candidates. They persuade people to vote for particular issues and candidates.

They can motivate people to not vote.

According to the Constitution, which of the following is true about "unalienable rights"? They can never be taken away from the government. They can only be changed by the government. They can never be taken away from the people. They only apply to citizens of the United States.

They can never be taken away from the people.

Which best describes the impact of independent agencies on the executive branch? They cause the executive branch to influence many aspects of life in the United States. They cause the executive branch to create many rules and regulations. They cause the executive branch to oversee both the judicial and legislative branches. They cause the executive branch to regulate businesses and communications.

They cause the executive branch to influence many aspects of life in the United States.

Which describes cabinet members? They lead the executive branch. They lead executive departments. They lead the House and Senate. They lead independent agencies.

They lead executive departments.

Why did the Kulak class, in particular, oppose collectivization? They opposed modernization and machines and clung to old farming methods. They were wealthier than other peasants and therefore had the most to lose. They supported workers' rights and wanted to protect individual farmers' jobs. They were against Joseph Stalin's Five-Year Plan and worked to undermine it.

They were wealthier than other peasants and therefore had the most to lose.

What is the purpose of checks and balances in the Constitution? They would keep any one branch from having too much power. They would give the president power over matters related to money. They would allow states to have equal power with the federal government. They would give Federalists and Anti-Federalists equal power.

They would keep any one branch from having too much power.

What was a result of Gibbons v. Ogden? Aaron Ogden got permission to operate his steamboats in New York. Thomas Gibbons was allowed to operate his steamboats in New York. Thomas Gibbons won a federal license to operate his steamboats. Aaron Ogden maintained a monopoly on steamboat operation in New York.

Thomas Gibbons was allowed to operate his steamboats in New York.

If the outcome of the Civil War had been different, how would that most likely have affected China? Unrest might have continued in much of the country because so many people supported the Communists. People in urban areas would probably have been unhappy, but people in the countryside would have benefited. European influence in China might have begun to diminish because nationalism would have lost its hold. The Republic of China probably would be much smaller, and the People's Republic of China would be larger.

Unrest might have continued in much of the country because so many people supported the Communists.

https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-05/3315-05-05-assessment/3315-05-05-19.png Look at the table. What conclusion do the data in the table support? Voters are more likely to participate in a presidential election than in a primary. Texas and Florida have the same number of Republican voters. Voters are more likely to participate in a primary than in a presidential election. California has more Republicans than New York.

Voters are more likely to participate in a presidential election than in a primary.

A man walking down the street appears to have an illegal weapon. What can a police officer do? The officer must immediately go before a judge to obtain a search warrant. With reasonable cause, the officer can stop this individual and frisk him. With reasonable cause, the officer can arrest the individual without reading the Miranda warning. Nothing. The officer cannot stop anyone based on appearance alone.

With reasonable cause, the officer can stop this individual and frisk him.

Which statement best represents a result of the Nineteenth Amendment? Women may vote only if they pay a poll tax. Women have been elected to government offices. Women may vote, but are not eligible to run for public office. Women can run for office, but cannot actually be elected.

Women have been elected to government offices.

What would most likely happen if the government increased payroll taxes? Retirees would discover they have fewer benefits than they'd anticipated. Citizens would have to wait far longer to collect their benefits. Workers would have less money to take home each week. Government officials would please everyone involved.

Workers would have less money to take home each week.

What is the definition of a gulag? a political uprising a terror campaign a labor camp a police raid

a labor camp

All persons have the right to be represented by counsel, also known as a judge. a jury. a lawyer. a friend.

a lawyer.

After Cuba lost economic aid from the Soviet Union, Fidel Castro turned to other communist countries for help. changed the country's system of government. encouraged the United States to invest in the country. allowed some economic reforms to occur.

allowed some economic reforms to occur.

Accused persons have the right to request a witness to appear in court. testify untruthfully. go into hiding. refuse to testify.

appear in court.

The role of the Senate in regard to treaties is to approve international treaties. advise during negotiations. have the president of the Senate sign the treaty. negotiate the terms and conditions of the treaty.

approve international treaties.

The Social Security Administration develops regulations to determine benefits. investments. taxes. employment.

benefits.

In the United States, who elects the legislature? the Senate the House citizens political parties

citizens

Powers shared by the federal government and state governments are known as _____

concurrent powers

In a _____ government, states function independently of one another.

confederal

Based on its role as outlined in the US Constitution, which function is most commonly carried out by the House of Representatives? electing a president in a deadlock impeaching a federal employee reviewing Senate tax bills creating laws

creating laws

What does the Eighth Amendment prohibit? lengthy trials search warrants cruel and unusual punishment impartial juries

cruel and unusual punishment

According to the Constitution, the amount of time the president and vice president serve in office together for one term is four years. six years. seven years. ten years.

four years.

The right to privacy protects citizens from personal searches. seizure of property. government intrusion. personal incrimination.

government intrusion.

Under Nazi rule, the university curriculum was changed to place the most emphasis on history. engineering. mathematics. philosophy.

history.

In addition to factory work, many women in the USSR were employed as government officials. in finance and management. in healthcare and education. as secret police and interrogators.

in healthcare and education.

In which ways can voters cast ballots? Check all that apply. in person online by absentee ballot by mail by telephone

in person online by absentee ballot by mail

The Emancipation Proclamation affected the Union's Civil War efforts by allowing the Union to turn its attention away from slavery. increasing the number of troops who could join the Union. forcing Southern slaveholders to free enslaved people. forcing Northern African Americans to join the Union army.

increasing the number of troops who could join the Union.

Which government decision would best be handled at the state level? establishing trade with foreign countries allocating funding to troops issuing driver's licenses printing new currency and metal coins

issuing driver's licenses

What did the Founders mean by the term "rule of law"? laws that apply equally to everyone laws made by the rulers of a country laws that apply to elected officials laws made by an independent republic

laws that apply equally to everyone

Policy plans created to address a societal problem can be adopted by the _____

legislature

Which type of jurisdiction do federal trial courts have? limited original appelate general

original

Which of the following principles did the Founders use as part of the basis for the Constitution? unlimited state government strong federal government selective equality popular sovereignty

popular sovereignty

Which of these laws was created in order to directly protect consumers? pollution laws product safety laws wage laws equal opportunity laws

product safety laws

In the fictional Stolen Valor Act case of US v. Fields, Fields argued that his lie was intentional. protected by free speech. damaging to soldiers. unintentional.

protected by free speech.

The president can quickly direct the agencies of the executive branch to respond to economic, social, or political needs by signing legislation. signing executive orders. using mass media. using appointed officials.

signing executive orders.

Fiscal policy is the government's approach to monitoring the value of money. investing its money. taxing and borrowing. taxing and spending.

taxing and spending.

In the case Gitlow v. New York, Gitlow argued that his First Amendment rights were being violated. that he couldn't be convicted of the same crime twice. that his Sixth Amendment rights guaranteed him the right to a jury. that he couldn't be jailed without being charged with a crime.

that his First Amendment rights were being violated.

Which example best shows the contribution of African American troops during the Civil War? the First Battle of Bull Run the Second Battle of Bull Run the Battle at Chancellorsville the Battle at Fort Wagner

the Battle at Fort Wagner

Which amendment protects unenumerated rights such as voting rights? the First Amendment the Fourth Amendment the Fifth Amendment the Ninth Amendment

the Ninth Amendment

The sources of powers reserved to the states are specifically outlined in the Tenth Amendment. the Supremacy Clause. Article I. state constitutions.

the Tenth Amendment.

After the first day of fighting at Gettysburg, the arrival of reinforcements allowed the Union to avoid more casualties. the Union to hold the line and win. the Confederacy to break the lines. the Confederacy time to regroup.

the Union to hold the line and win.

Through which clause did state governments become bound by the Bill of Rights? the citizenship clause the equal protection clause the due process clause the enforcement clause

the due process clause

Supreme Court justices are appointed by the president. the vice president. the House. the Senate.

the president.

To which court system do city courts belong? the state court system the local court system the federal court system the municipal court system

the state court system

Court cases involving civil liberties center around the ways in which one individual's rights interfere with others' rights. the behavior of individual members of society. the ability to tell the difference between truth and lies in a criminal court. the way a person interacts with the government.

the ways in which one individual's rights interfere with others' rights.

For a piece of legislation to proceed to the Senate, it needs a certain number of votes. Whose job is it to organize votes by members within each party? the whip the floor leader the caucus the committee

the whip

The use of data to persuade an audience in an opening statement is known as the technique.

then vs now

What are two types of oligarchies? theocracy and monarchy dictatorship and theocracy communism and dictatorship theocracy and communism

theocracy and communism

Adam Smith believed that fair prices for goods are determined in a capitalist system through competition between businesses. by government regulation of businesses. by setting limits on imports and exports. through competition between consumers.

through competition between businesses.

What are the purposes of financial regulations? Check all that apply. to make business competitive to enforce government intervention to limit and prevent monopolies to allow businesses to collaborate to ensure only one business can operate to place regulations on prices

to make business competitive to limit and prevent monopoliesto place regulations on prices

Dictators of _____ states use terror and violence to control their populations.

totalitarian

How many senators represent each state? two three four five

two

Freedom of speech can be limited or restricted in cases involving .

wartime actions

At the start of the Battle of Gettysburg, the Union Army drove the Confederates out of Pennsylvania. was forced into a defensive position. broke through the Confederate army's line. fought the Confederate Army to a stand-off.

was forced into a defensive position.

The Judiciary Act of 1789 gave powers to the judicial branch that went beyond what the Constitution outlined. Because of this, the act was ruled unconstitutional. was an example of original jurisdiction. led to an amendment to the Constitution. overruled the Supreme Court.

was ruled unconstitutional.

Read this quotation from Winston Churchill. "You were given the choice between war and dishonor. You chose dishonor and you will have war." What does Churchill mean by his use of the word "dishonor"? reproach weakness despair dependency

weakness

The first African Americans who fought for the Union during the Civil War were told they would be freed after the war. were usually led by African American officers. had been recruited in border states. were paid less than white soldiers.

were paid less than white soldiers.

In the United States, at what age are citizens allowed to vote? 16 18 21 25

18

The first free elections in Argentina were held in ___

1983

How many members are there in the House of Representatives? 100 200 435 535

435

What was the social impact of the decision in Brown v. Board of Education? It increased support for segregation by business owners. It strengthened the growing civil rights movement. It reduced interest in public protest relating to civil rights issues. It generated interest in the link between grades and emotions.

It strengthened the growing civil rights movement.

What event ended the Cultural Revolution? economic collapse Deng Xiaoping's rise nationwide famine Mao Zedong's death

Mao Zedong's death

Who was the last tsar to rule Russia? Alexandra Alexei Nicholas II Rasputin

Nicholas II

How are state and federal appellate courts similar? Both hear cases from lower courts. Both have judges and juries. Both hear civil cases only. Both hear all cases brought to them.

Both hear cases from lower courts.

How is the Democratic Party similar in beliefs to the Federalists? Both strongly opposed slavery. Both were formed because of a dispute. Both supported a strong central government. Both were organized on federal and state levels.

Both supported a strong central government.

How were the governments of Japan and Italy similar in the 1930s? Check all that apply. Both were headed by groups of military leaders. Both used extreme nationalism to win support. Both were supported by citizen armies. Both began programs of aggressive expansion. Both were known as militarist governments.

Both used extreme nationalism to win support. Both began programs of aggressive expansion.

Which Indochinese country was under control of a junta for decades? Burma Laos Cambodia Vietnam

Burma

Six months after the Munich Conference, Hitler annexed Austria. Sudetenland. Poland. Czechoslovakia.

Czechoslovakia.

Which event preceded the revolutions of 1989? Solidarity candidates were elected in Poland. Hungary implemented a free market economy. Communist rule ended in Czechoslovakia. Gorbachev made reforms in the Soviet Union.

Gorbachev made reforms in the Soviet Union.

Where did democracy begin? the Fertile Crescent Greek city-states the United States the Assyrian Empire

Greek city-states

In an autocracy, what kind of power does the leader hold? He holds all the power. He holds limited power as an appointee. He is one of a group that holds power. He is only a figurehead.

He holds all the power.

In Schenck v. United States, what circumstance made this speech case special? It pertained to a foreign citizen. It involved events that occurred abroad. It occurred during wartime. It related to the commission of a crime.

It occurred during wartime.

How are government regulations established? Citizens agree on new regulations through annual elections. Specialized executive agencies respond to a new policy by creating regulations. Business owners agree to create regulations to better compete with one another. The courts establish regulations in response to unfair business practices.

Specialized executive agencies respond to a new policy by creating regulations.

Which statement about the Senate's role in federal appointments is correct? The Senate must approve the appointment by a vote of two-thirds of the Senate. The Senate recruits and interviews candidates for federal appointments. The Senate hires investigators to determine a nominee's qualifications. The Senate can approve or deny an appointment without explanation.

The Senate can approve or deny an appointment without explanation.

Why was freedom of religion added to the First Amendment? The colonists wanted prayer taken out of schools. The colonists suffered unfair treatment for their religious beliefs in the past. The colonists wanted Catholicism to be the country's main religion. The colonists thought the government should have religious control.

The colonists suffered unfair treatment for their religious beliefs in the past.

Why did Hitler most likely believe Germany had a right to invade other countries? The Treaty of Versailles did not state that Germany could not invade other countries. The German economy relied on selling exports, and these nations were no longer purchasing them. The Third Reich was a struggling government that needed to gain land. The concept of nationalism meant keeping all Germans together.

The concept of nationalism meant keeping all Germans together.

Why were civil rights supporters disappointed with the Supreme Court's 1896 decision in Plessy v. Ferguson? The court rejected the idea of "separate but equal." The court ruled that African Americans were unable to drive. The court ruled that African Americans were unable to vote. The court affirmed the idea of "separate but equal."

The court affirmed the idea of "separate but equal."

Which best describes a way in which the government might respond to rising threats to national security through fiscal policy? sending troops overseas passing an excise tax on gasoline appointing a new Secretary of Homeland Security increasing military spending

increasing military spending

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and NASA are both examples of _____

independent agencies

In an ________ primary, voters choose delegates who will represent them at a party convention.

indirect

In the fictional Stolen Valor Act case of US v. Fields, the prosecution argued that Fields's lie was intentional. protected by free speech. damaging to soldiers. unintentional.

intentional.

Political action committees (PACs) are formed by lobbyists. interest groups. political campaigns. super PACs.

interest groups.

Examine the pie chart. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-06/3315-06-02/3315-06-02-assessment/3315-06-02-21.png Based on the chart, what spending categories were least funded in 2010? Social Security and social programs national defense and transportation international aid and veterans' programs education and managing the nations' debt

international aid and veterans' programs

Who fought on the side of the Republicans in the Spanish Civil War? anti-communist groups fascist rebel troops a professional army international volunteers

international volunteers

According to the establishment clause, how would displaying a "Happy Holidays" sign in class be viewed? The display violates the clause because it celebrates Christianity. The display does not violate the clause because it is secular. The display does not violate the clause because it is store-bought. The display violates the clause because holidays are forbidden in schools.

The display does not violate the clause because it is secular.

Why was Joseph Stalin's first Five-Year Plan considered a success, even though it did not meet the quotas he set? The economy still made sizable gains. People were willing to be patient. Few expected the quotas to be met. Stalin misreported economic data.

The economy still made sizable gains.

How did Deng Xiaoping's economic policies change Chinese culture? They enabled people to embrace Western goods and ideas. They closed the income gap between rich and poor. They allowed people to have greater political freedoms. They encouraged people to support the arts and film.

They enabled people to embrace Western goods and ideas.

What is one way that parties promote their platforms? They ask voters for monetary contributions to a campaign fund. They purchase media advertisements to attack the character of opposing candidates. They make sure that all eligible voters in an area can and will vote. They encourage and participate in debates over differing ideologies.

They encourage and participate in debates over differing ideologies.

Which explains how the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo affected Argentina? They forced the government to take military action. They forced the government to hold free elections. They forced the government to increase populist programs. They forced the government to decrease populist programs.

They forced the government to hold free elections.

Which best describes what military leaders in Argentina did to people who disagreed with their policies? They kidnapped them. They deported them. They threatened them. They ignored them.

They kidnapped them.

What happens when voters are out of state on Election Day? They must wait until the next election to vote. They must register again to vote. They must vote at a local polling place. They must vote using an absentee ballot.

They must vote using an absentee ballot.

Which is a true statement about federal judges? They are appointed by the Senate. They serve five-year terms. They are approved by the Supreme Court. They serve lifetime terms.

They serve lifetime terms.

Why were taxes an ongoing source of conflict for the American colonists? They did not get sufficient government services. They paid a higher tax rate than those living in England. They were taxed without having representation in Parliament. They felt the taxes should be invested in colonial infrastructure.

They were taxed without having representation in Parliament.

_________ supported the Enlightenment idea that people are naturally selfish.

Thomas Hobbes

After Congress has approved a proposed amendment to the Constitution, what then must take place before that amendment becomes law? The president must approve it. Three-quarters of the states must approve it. The Supreme Court must approve it. Half of the states must approve it.

Three-quarters of the states must approve it.

Which of these is the strongest example of multilateral foreign policy? One nation states publicly that it will refuse to trade with any nation that criticizes its leader. One nation refuses to trade with a rival nation because it does not allow women to vote in an upcoming election. Two rival nations go to war with one another over disputed territory. Two allied nations enforce economic sanctions on a country until its government changes a key policy.

Two allied nations enforce economic sanctions on a country until its government changes a key policy.

What is a collective farm? a community farm a communist farm a subsistence farm an independent farm

a communist farm

Judges in federal appellate courts determine whether a case should be heard in federal court. a defendant is innocent or guilty. a lower court made an error in a case. a case should go to the Supreme Court.

a lower court made an error in a case.

What is a warlord? an army captain who leads troops into battle the winner of a military campaign or power struggle a military leader who rules a small area by force a former soldier who becomes leader of a country

a military leader who rules a small area by force

Which is the best definition of a command economy? an economy based on supply and demand an economy managed by the government an economy based on one type of product an economy under the command of workers

an economy managed by the government

Money spent on government programs is referred to as bonding. an obligation. revenue. an expenditure.

an expenditure.

Under which jurisdiction would further review of a federal court decision fall under? original appellate superior state

appellate

In addition to the Supreme Court, the federal court system includes appellate and trial courts. trial and district courts. appellate and superior courts. trial and superior courts.

appellate and trial courts.

The diagram shows one way that cases reach the Supreme Court. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-02/3315-02-05/3315-02-05-assessment/3315-02-05-27.png The diagram is an example of original jurisdiction. appellate jurisdiction. executive jurisdiction. legislative jurisdiction.

appellate jurisdiction.

A qualification for president under Article II of the Constitution is being born in the United States. being born in Washington DC. living for ten years in the United States. living for ten years in Washington DC.

being born in the United States.

During his trip to the United States, Alexis de Tocqueville observed that Americans were having trouble governing themselves. did not have many individual rights. did not have much power as individuals. believed in the idea of populism.

believed in the idea of populism.

A _____ is a group of people who live together and share responsibilities and resources.

commune

The case of Furman v. Georgia (1972) resulted in a reinterpretation of the meaning of excessive bail. the right to counsel. the right to a speedy trial. cruel and unusual punishment.

cruel and unusual punishment.

Which is most useful in understanding how the cost of a college education has risen? data and claims data and statistics statistics and social policy statistics and claims

data and statistics

Which is an example of an expressed power Congress holds? creating a national banking system taking away the right of habeas corpus declaring war and maintaining a military building and maintaining roads

declaring war and maintaining a military

Which were included among the "Three Principles of the People"? Check all that apply. communism democracy socialism capitalism revolution

democracy socialism

As the Bolsheviks took control of the Soviet economy, they determined which jobs workers would hold and where workers would live. took land from peasants and gave it to members of the upper class. shipped grain and other food products from the cities to peasants. allowed businesses to decide prices and let workers set wages.

determined which jobs workers would hold and where workers would live.

The process of approving the Constitution is best described as simple. unofficial. difficult. unfair.

difficult.

Which of Robert La Follette's proposals are still in place today? direct primaries and income tax the spoils system and political machines the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Amendments support of monopolies and trusts

direct primaries and income tax

In addition to raising money, the government imposes excise taxes to protect manufacturers of specific products. encourage the use of specific products. discourage the use of specific products. protect consumers from specific products.

discourage the use of specific products.

In a federal system of government, power is divided between the national government and the states. held by one person who makes all the decisions. held by a central government that makes decisions. divided equally between all state governments.

divided between the national government and the states.

John Locke believed that natural rights should be given only to the majority. should be limited for all people. do not come from the government. do not pertain to economic issues.

do not come from the government.

Which is an implied power of the federal government? raising taxes regulating trade drafting soldiers declaring war

drafting soldiers

When did military rulers take control in Japan? after the Great Depression just before the Great Depression during the Great Depression long before the Great Depression

during the Great Depression

Read the passage from Leviticus 19:15 in the Bible. You shall not render an unjust judgment; you shall not be partial to the poor or defer to the great: with justice you shall judge your neighbor. Which principle of American government is reflected in this passage? republican form of government direct democracy separation of powers equality of all citizens

equality of all citizens

Most of Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution describes what kind of congressional powers? virtual expressed reserved interpretive

expressed

Philosopher Adam Smith is known as the father of communism. father of capitalism. founder of socialism. founder of utopianism.

father of capitalism.

Read the excerpt from the First Amendment of the United States Constitution. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. At the time it was written, this clause originally applied to state law only. federal law only. state and federal law. local, state, and federal law.

federal law only.

The US system of federalism is based on the Supremacy Clause. financial and military powers. federal- and state-level powers. the Bill of Rights and amendments.

federal- and state-level powers.

Freedom of religion is guaranteed by the Constitution's Amendment.

first

Debates are an important part of the election process, because they focus on specific issues. are used to propose new laws. help voters choose the best party. show the public how candidates deal with pressure.

focus on specific issues.

After Frank Palko was sentenced to death by the state of Connecticut, the Supreme Court ruled that his conviction and execution should be upheld. the case should be thrown out for lack of evidence. his sentence should be reduced. he was the victim of double jeopardy.

his conviction and execution should be upheld.

Which of these concerns about educational quality is determined only at the K-12 level of public education? how to appropriately test students' performance how to make sure application acceptance rates are fair how to fund the growing cost of tuition how to pay for higher-education research

how to appropriately test students' performance

When was the Fifteenth Amendment ratified? in the 1860s, after the Civil War in the 1920s, after World War I in the 1960s, during the civil rights movement in the 1940s, during segregation

in the 1860s, after the Civil War

The Sixth Amendment states that someone accused of a crime must go to trial wherever a jury thinks best. in a state and area different from where the crime took place. wherever the person accused of the crime chooses. in the state and area where the crime took place.

in the state and area where the crime took place.

Which type of rights did the colonists who drafted the Declaration of Independence most want to protect? inalienable government legal voting

inalienable

The Fourth Amendment states that a reasonable search and seizure must include a warrant and be based on an indictment. include a warrant and be based on probable cause. be based on probable cause and include due process. be based on probable cause and include a Miranda warning.

include a warrant and be based on probable cause.

To show how a new body paragraph relates to a previous topic, a writer should draft a strong conclusion. include an effective transition. cite sources in the proper format. find facts from an unbiased source.

include an effective transition.

American citizens must pay federal taxes, which are paid via income taxes. sales taxes. property taxes. sin taxes.

income taxes.

What were affirmative action programs originally designed to encourage? increasing diversity in public institutions and businesses beginning the process of desegregation in schools establishing complete equality in admissions and hiring practices ending separation based on race in housing

increasing diversity in public institutions and businesses

What is the primary purpose of the Supremacy Clause? to outline why some powers must be implied rather than detailed to explain why state and federal powers are always kept equal to describe the relationship between federal and state powers to declare to American citizens the US is the supreme ruler

to describe the relationship between federal and state powers

Why was the Union determined to capture Vicksburg during the Civil War? to end the war immediately to gain access to the West to support General Sherman to divide the Confederacy

to divide the Confederacy

What was the original purpose of the SS? to eliminate German unions to punish communists to intimidate the German population to limit the rights of women

to intimidate the German population

Who was involved in the case of Gibbons v. Ogden? two competing owners of steamboat companies a steamboat owner and the federal government two steamboat owners who didn't want to pay federal taxes two steamboat owners who argued with federal law

two competing owners of steamboat companies

How long is a representative's term of office? one year two years four years six years

two years

Every __________ one-third of all Senate seats are up for election. single year. two years. four years. six years.

two years.

The graph shows the population of the United States in 2011. Population of the United State (2011) What percentage of the population are eligible voters and over the age of 24? one-fourth one-third one-half two-thirds

two-thirds

According to the precedent, Santa Fe School District v. Doe, a teacher who allows a student to lead a prayer at a high school baseball game would most likely be ruled unconstitutional, because the game is affiliated with the school. unconstitutional, because a church didn't authorize the prayer. constitutional, because students have the right to practice religion. constitutional, because people pay taxes and fund the public schools.

unconstitutional, because the game is affiliated with the school.

Political advertisements are considered most effective among _____ voters.

undecided

Joseph Stalin believed he needed absolute authority in the USSR in order to maintain peace with the rest of Europe. implement change without using violence. unite the country and make it strong. bring the Communist Party into power.

unite the country and make it strong.

Courts that use a landmark case as precedent for a decision are using an earlier case as a guide. changing the previous case's decision. using a third party to review the case. sending the case to a higher court for review.

using an earlier case as a guide.

In a direct primary, voters select a nominee through a delegate. debate as a group to nominate a candidate. vote for a nominee themselves, not through a delegate. vote for their candidate of choice in the general election.

vote for a nominee themselves, not through a delegate.

In the United States, the draft would most likely be implemented during a _____.

war

The capture of Vicksburg in 1863 contributed to the course of the Civil War by preventing the Union from gaining access to the West. allowing the Confederacy to remain strong and unified. maintaining Confederate control of the Mississippi River. raising Union morale and damaging Confederate morale.

raising Union morale and damaging Confederate morale.

The Enlightenment was an age of inquiry based on _____, not religion.

reason

Which of the following are soft-power implementations of foreign policy? Check all that apply. reducing tariffs economic sanctions negotiations providing aid military response

reducing tariffs negotiations providing aid

Law enforcement agencies such as the FBI are part of the Department of Homeland Security. the Department of Justice. the Department of the Treasury. the Department of Defense.

the Department of Justice.

Voters cast ballots in great numbers in a year when there is an election for ____

the President

Industrial production crashed during the Cultural Revolution because people sabotaged the government's reform effort. the Red Guards imprisoned important leaders. people revolted against poor working conditions. the Red Guards were assigned leadership posts.

the Red Guards were assigned leadership posts.

What must occur after the president negotiates a treaty? the President must raise funds to enact the treaty the House of Representatives must approve the treaty the Supreme Court must rule on the treaty the Senate must approve the treaty

the Senate must approve the treaty

A limitation on the president's power to appoint ambassadors is that the Senate must approve them. the House must approve them. the House and Senate must approve them. the Supreme Court must approve them.

the Senate must approve them.

Supreme Court justices are approved by the president. the vice president. Congress. the Senate.

the Senate.

Who supported the Nationalist Party in the Chinese Civil War? Germany the USSR the United States the rest of Asia

the United States

The House and Senate can only pass amendments to the Constitution if the amendment receives a majority vote. the president supports them. the amendment receives a two-thirds vote. the judiciary branch supports them.

the amendment receives a two-thirds vote.

The Executive Office of the President is led by the vice president. the secretary of state. the chief of staff. the cabinet.

the chief of staff.

The Supremacy Clause forms the root of what aspect of the country's government system? the Constitution checks and balances the concept of federalism civil and independent rights

the concept of federalism

Which correctly describes the current gender gap in voter turnout? the difference between those who register to vote, but do not cast ballots the number of young people who register to vote the difference in voting choices by men and by women the percentage of women who choose to vote

the difference in voting choices by men and by women

Which of the following was a Robert La Follette reform that changed the way candidates were chosen in an election? the Eighteenth Amendment the indirect primary the paper ballot the direct primary

the direct primary

The office of the president is part of the State Department. the executive branch. the Department of Defense. the legislative branch.

the executive branch.

Which of the following is the best overall description of the part of the government the President of the United States oversees? the executive branch. the State Department. the legislative branch. the Department of Defense.

the executive branch.

Who was Francisco Franco? the Blackshirts' leader in Italy the Republican leader in Spain the fascist dictator of Spain Mussolini's successor in Italy

the fascist dictator of Spain

The key idea of John Locke's Enlightenment theory was to protect and enhance the freedoms and rights of the government. the philosophers. the law. the individual.

the individual.

In which case did the court rule that flag burning was not illegal under the First Amendment? US v. Fields New York Times v. Sullivan Texas v. Johnson US v. Alvarez

Texas v. Johnson

After Mao Zedong died in 1976, Deng Xiaoping became China's leader and adopted _____ as the country's main goal.

modenization

Read Justice Black's decision in the Gideon case. Even the intelligent and educated layman . . . requires the guiding hand of counsel at every step in the proceedings against him. Without it . . . he faces the danger of conviction because he does not know how to establish his innocence. Which of these statements best summarizes Black's argument? Educated people should represent themselves in court. All people need an attorney's help in court. Lawyers should not be allowed in court. An innocent person does not need a lawyer in court.

All people need an attorney's help in court.

Which statement best describes the impact of the Gideon decision? The police now have additional resources to track down criminals. All people, whether wealthy or not, now have the same rights in court. People with no savings may now raise bail that they could not otherwise afford. Trials that deal with serious crimes can now move forward quickly.

All people, whether wealthy or not, now have the same rights in court.

Which statement describes the majority party's power when it comes to Senate committees? All committees must report daily to the majority leader. All sixteen chairpersons are members of the majority party. The majority party can refuse to accept the committee's conclusions. The majority party determines what bills the committees work on.

All sixteen chairpersons are members of the majority party.

Which best explains why a candidate's opening statement about rising college costs must keep the audience in mind? An audience will be quick to dismiss a candidate if the candidate does not address their concerns. An audience will be quick to dismiss a candidate if the candidate's tone is not upbeat. An audience will be quick to dismiss a candidate if the candidate does not use "I" statements. An audience will be quick to dismiss a candidate if the candidate does not address counterclaims.

An audience will be quick to dismiss a candidate if the candidate does not address their concerns.

What is one rule a writer should keep in mind while doing research for an informative essay? Look for resources from commercial websites. Avoid sources that are not academic or professional. Find information on other topics to provide background. Avoid educational institutions and government agencies.

Avoid sources that are not academic or professional.

Which accurately describes what Plessy v. Ferguson and Brown v. Board of Education had in common? Both cases involved protecting the right to engage in civil disobedience. Both cases involved striking down state segregation laws. Both cases involved affirmative action. Both cases involved interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment.

Both cases involved interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment.

What is the main way a representative democracy differs from a direct democracy? Citizens elect leaders who vote on the issues in a representative democracy, and citizens vote on the issues in a direct democracy. A representative democracy is modern, and a direct democracy is ancient. A representative democracy works better in small groups, and a direct democracy works better in large groups. Citizens' desires are ignored in a representative democracy, and citizens' desires have a better chance of being heard in a direct democracy.

Citizens elect leaders who vote on the issues in a representative democracy, and citizens vote on the issues in a direct democracy.

Which pair of statements best compares the rights and requirements of US citizens? Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to obey laws. Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to volunteer. Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of religion. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to clean up litter. Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of religion. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to testify in court.

Citizens have certain rights such as freedom of speech. Citizens also have certain requirements such as the need to obey laws.

Which of the following forced state governments remove voting restrictions and allow African-Americans to participate in the voting process? Thirteenth Amendment Civil Rights Act Voting Rights Act Nineteenth Amendment

Civil Rights Act

How did the countries of French Indochina gain their independence? France granted independence to avoid supporting the colonies any longer. A military junta systematically overthrew the French regime in each country. Communist forces waged a successful war for independence. The United States negotiated with France on behalf of the colonies.

Communist forces waged a successful war for independence.

Which of the following best describes the earliest battles of the Civil War? Union troops were outnumbered, and they usually lost. Union troops were outnumbered, but they usually won. Confederate troops were outnumbered, and they usually lost. Confederate troops were outnumbered, but they usually won.

Confederate troops were outnumbered, but they usually won.

Read the excerpt from the US Constitution. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion. According to the excerpt, what is the role of Congress regarding religion? Congress cannot promote a religion. Congress cannot make disrespectful laws. Religious groups can only be formed by Congress. Religious groups must be governed by Congress.

Congress cannot promote a religion.

By ruling in James McCulloch's favor in McCulloch v. Maryland, the Supreme Court agreed that Congress should not be involved in creating banks. McCulloch could continue to pay state, not federal, taxes. Congress had the power to create a federal bank. McCulloch could run a state bank under federal laws.

Congress had the power to create a federal bank.

Which of the following is the best example of a sanction? Country A decides to form an alliance with country B. Country A enacts trade restrictions against country B. Country A launches warships toward country B. Country A denies aid money to country B.

Country A enacts trade restrictions against country B.

What is the most likely reason the republics of Yugoslavia held together until the fall of communism? All six republics shared strong historic bonds. The constitution forbade the republics to separate. Citizens were united by their belief in communism. Dictator Josep Tito was a very powerful leader.

Dictator Josep Tito was a very powerful leader.

Which statement summarizes the Enslaved Persons Clause? Enslaved persons who escape must be given constitutional rights. Enslaved persons who escape must be given equal protection. Enslaved persons who escape must be returned to their home states. Enslaved persons who escape must be granted their freedom.

Enslaved persons who escape must be returned to their home states.

How did the Supreme Court rule in the Miranda decision? Ernesto Miranda was found guilty on all counts. Ernesto Miranda had been denied his rights. Ernesto Miranda could not be tried twice for the same crime. Ernesto Miranda did not have the right to avoid self-incrimination.

Ernesto Miranda had been denied his rights.

What role did experts such as business leaders, labor leaders, and university professors play in the Wisconsin Idea reforms? Experts established laws that served their interests only. Experts bypassed the legislature and drafted bills themselves. Experts conducted research to inform politicians about drafting bills. Experts wrote laws that made it harder to enact new policies in Wisconsin.

Experts conducted research to inform politicians about drafting bills.

Two large cell phone carriers wish to merge into a single company. Which regulatory agency will review the merger and determine if the two companies can combine? FDA SEC FTC CFPB

FTC

Which statement best describes the precedent set by the Supreme Court in New York Times v. United States regarding government censorship? Government censorship is fine if there is a good reason. Government censorship is almost always unconstitutional. Government censorship must further national interests. Government censorship does not apply to opinions.

Government censorship is almost always unconstitutional.

Which best explains how a mixed economy addressed problems that arose from capitalism? Laissez-faire principles remained, but government passed laws promoting worker safety. Government interference continued, and new laws allowed workers to own companies. Supply and demand remained, and government took control of the means of production. Government regulation was minimal, but new laws protected workers and their standard of living.

Government regulation was minimal, but new laws protected workers and their standard of living.

What is the biggest difference between international governmental organizations and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs)? Governmental organizations are formally recognized. Governmental organizations cooperate with local governments. NGOs are formally recognized. NGOs cooperate with local governments.

Governmental organizations are formally recognized.

Why was James Madison sued, resulting in Marbury v. Madison? He reduced the number of federal judges in the district, preventing Marbury from getting a job. He wrote an article about Marbury in the newspaper, which hurt his career as a federal judge. He disagreed with Marbury politically, and withdrew a job offer he had made. He refused to honor an appointment made by a previous presidential administration.

He refused to honor an appointment made by a previous presidential administration.

Which best describes Alexis de Tocqueville? He was an American revolutionary who advocated for the inclusion of "uniquely American" values in the Declaration of Independence. He was an American revolutionary who attempted to spread American democracy around the world. He was a French historian and political scientist who championed "uniquely American" values such as egalitarianism. He was a French historian and political scientist who tried to bring the French political system to America.

He was a French historian and political scientist who championed "uniquely American" values such as egalitarianism.

What idea was the decision in Griswold v. Connecticut based upon? If the Constitution forbids self-incrimination, husbands and wives should not be forced to testify against each other. The Constitution cannot possibly include all rights, so judges can create new ones based on what the founders must have been thinking. If the Constitution forbids unreasonable searches, there must be a reasonable right to privacy. The Constitution does not meet everyone's needs, so citizens can disregard laws when they think the government is violating their rights.

If the Constitution forbids unreasonable searches, there must be a reasonable right to privacy.

What is the main difference between federal and confederal systems of government? In a federal system there is no centralized authority, while in a confederal system power is distributed equally among the states. In a federal system there is no centralized authority, while in a confederal system local offices give advice to a centralized authority. In a federal system there is centralized authority, while in a confederal system power is distributed equally among the states. In a federal system power is distributed equally, while in a confederal system the states have less authority than the central government.

In a federal system there is centralized authority, while in a confederal system power is distributed equally among the states.

Which statements apply to the financing of a political campaign and the laws controlling it? Select all that apply. Individual donors can contribute up to a set amount and no more. Limits are never placed on how much a PAC can donate. Campaigns are financed by public and private donations. Finance laws keep voters from learning who donated to a campaign. Finance laws require that donors and the amounts given be identified.

Individual donors can contribute up to a set amount and no more. Limits are never placed on how much a PAC can donate. Campaigns are financed by public and private donations. Finance laws require that donors and the amounts given be identified.

How did outcome of the Battle of Gettysburg affect morale on both sides? It convinced the North that victory was possible and the South that defeat was inevitable. It convinced the South that victory was possible and the North that defeat was inevitable. It convinced the South that General Lee was a great leader and the North that General Meade was not. It convinced the North that General Lee was a great leader and the South that General Meade was not.

It convinced the North that victory was possible and the South that defeat was inevitable.

Why is the Supremacy Clause considered to be "the root of federalism"? It describes the relationship between federal and state power. It outlines the basic rights due to every American citizen. It lists the powers that are directly reserved for each of the states. It identifies the "supreme law of the land" as the US president.

It describes the relationship between federal and state power.

Which statement about federalism is accurate? It applies to specific state legislatures. It divides power between state and national governments. It is made up of implied and expressed powers. It states that powers should be directly given to Congress.

It divides power between state and national governments.

Which of the following did the Civil Rights Act accomplish? It ended public segregation. It ended poll taxes. It ended voter literacy tests. It ended gender discrimination.

It ended public segregation.

Review this quote from the decision in Marbury v. Madison. It is emphatically the province and duty of the Judicial Department to say what the law is. How does this excerpt summarize the case? It explains why the Supreme Court ruled in favor of William Marbury in the case of Marbury v. Madison. It explains that the Supreme Court should decide whether a law or action is constitutional. It explains why the judicial department ruled that the Judiciary Act of 1789 was constitutional. It explains that the judicial department has powers that go beyond the limits of the Constitution.

It explains that the Supreme Court should decide whether a law or action is constitutional.

What impact did the passage of the Seventeenth Amendment have on American citizens? It gave citizens the right to elect their members of the US Senate. It gave citizens the opportunity to remove an official from office. It gave citizens the power to reject laws they deemed unfair. It gave citizens the power to propose or change laws.

It gave citizens the right to elect their members of the US Senate.

What happens to the amount of money the government collects in taxes if unemployment is high? It is harder to collect. It stays the same. It goes down. It goes up.

It goes down.

Which best describes why making political allies is a key strategy for lobbyists? It reduces competition between opposing lobbyists. It reduces competition between opposing lobbyists. It places more pressure on lawmakers to vote a certain way. It increases the number of supporting votes for pending legislation.

It places more pressure on lawmakers to vote a certain way.

How did the ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson affect the legalities of segregation? It set "separate but equal" as a legal precedent. It implemented desegregation legislation. It determined that separation based on race can never be equal. It discouraged people from continued protests.

It set "separate but equal" as a legal precedent.

How did Regents v. Bakke change affirmative action policies? It struck down the use of strict racial quotas. It ruled race could not be factored into admissions. It limited diversity and inequality in the workplace. It changed the way applications could be written.

It struck down the use of strict racial quotas.

How does lobbying negatively affect government? Lobbying enables outsiders to influence government. Lobbyists control the information that lawmakers receive. Lobbyists overload lawmakers with biased information. Lobbying creates opportunities for corruption.

Lobbying creates opportunities for corruption.

What is the most likely reason that Emperor Hirohito remained head of state when military leaders took power in Japan? Hirohito refused to step down despite pressure from military leaders. Military leaders wanted to maintain the illusion of a single powerful leader. Hirohito was an important symbol of democracy to the Japanese people. Military leaders respected Hirohito for leading Japan in the right direction.

Military leaders wanted to maintain the illusion of a single powerful leader.

Read this excerpt from a summary of events in Srebrenica. Zina Hasanovic is one of the lucky ones - she knows what happened to her husband, Haris. As Serbian bullets raced through a group of tightly-packed Muslim prisoners, Haris, mortally wounded, fell on top of his first cousin and best friend, Mevludin Oric. Mevludin lay on the ground, covered in blood and for hours pretended to be dead. He managed to escape to tell Zina of her husband's fate. Why is Zina Hasanovic referred to as "one of the lucky ones"? Her husband was among the handful who survived. Very few were able to escape the fighting without harm. The family's close friend managed to outsmart the enemy. Most people never learned the fate of their loved ones.

Most people never learned the fate of their loved ones.

Which best explains how state legislative branches are structured? Most states have legislatures with a large upper house and a small lower house. Most states have legislatures with upper and lower houses of equal size. Most states have legislatures with large upper and lower houses. Most states have legislatures with a small upper house and a large lower house.

Most states have legislatures with a small upper house and a large lower house.

The ____ was part of Stalin's secret police force.

NKVD

Do news entities provide only the facts? Why or why not? Yes, news entities provide facts and leave it to the individual to interpret them. No, news entities present only opinion-based information. Yes, news entities report the facts, not what they think. No, news entities offer opinions, debate, and interpretations of events.

No, news entities offer opinions, debate, and interpretations of events.

Was the Declaration of Independence intended to be a formal declaration of war? Why or why not? Yes. Though fighting preceded the writing, it was intended to be a formal declaration of war. No. The war started a year before the Declaration of Independence was written. Yes. The Declaration of Independence formally united the militias of the individual colonies. No. There was no need to declare war, as this power had yet to be established.

No. The war started a year before the Declaration of Independence was written.

Which agency is under the authority of the Department of Labor? SEC OSHA EPA FDA

OSHA

Which best describes how political action committees (PACs) enhance the power of individuals? PACs enable individuals to donate unlimited amounts of money to campaigns. PACs ensure that the voice of the individual is heard by powerful sitting politicians. PACs facilitate access for individuals to speak to politicians one-on-one. PACs combine individuals' donations into significant contributions.

PACs combine individuals' donations into significant contributions.

Why did the transition to collectivization result in widespread starvation? Peasants were not allowed to keep food until they met government quotas. Collectivization's new methods resulted in a slowdown in crop production. Many people were forced out of jobs when farms turned to collectivization. The government punished former farm workers who refused industrial jobs.

Peasants were not allowed to keep food until they met government quotas.

Read the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution. Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted. Which statement best summarizes the intent of the Eighth Amendment? People accused of crimes have no rights until there is a verdict in court. The government must ask victims' families how criminals should be punished. People accused of crimes have specific constitutional protections. The government may inflict any kind of punishment it chooses.

People accused of crimes have specific constitutional protections.

Why might balancing federal and state powers present a problem? The Constitution does not address how to handle conflicts between state and federal powers. People have different opinions on whether state or federal government should have power to control certain issues. The federal government does not believe states are responsible enough for concurrent powers. The balance applies only to implied powers, which are often open to misinterpretation.

People have different opinions on whether state or federal government should have power to control certain issues.

What was the most important effect of opening East Germany's borders? East and West Germany merged into one nation. People traveled freely between East and West Germany. Germany's political differences finally were resolved. Thousands of West Germans moved to East Germany.

People traveled freely between East and West Germany.

Read the quote from the US Constitution. The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved for the States respectively, or to the people. Which type of powers is this describing? Powers shared by both state and federal levels. Powers implied within the Constitution. Powers held by the states alone. Powers clearly identified for the federal level.

Powers held by the states alone.

Read the quote from President Theodore Roosevelt's autobiography. My view was that every executive officer . . . was a steward of the people. . . . I declined to adopt the view that what was imperatively necessary for the nation could not be done by the president unless he could find some specific authorization to do so. What did President Roosevelt believe about the powers of the president? Presidents should act only if the Constitution specifically authorizes it. Presidents should follow the lead of Congress. Presidents are bound by the Constitution, not by the needs of the people. Presidential power can extend beyond the Constitution when it is best for the nation.

Presidential power can extend beyond the Constitution when it is best for the nation.

Which explains how regulatory agencies compare with cabinet agencies such as the Departments of Commerce and the Treasury? Regulatory agencies promote business and economic growth, while cabinet agencies set rules for businesses and enforce them. Regulatory agencies set rules for businesses and enforce them, while cabinet agencies promote business and economic growth. Regulatory agencies make recommendations for business penalties, while cabinet agencies enforce them and issue penalties. Regulatory agencies make recommendations for business rules, while cabinet agencies enforce them and issue penalties.

Regulatory agencies set rules for businesses and enforce them, while cabinet agencies promote business and economic growth.

Why has the House of Representatives grown so much faster than the Senate? Representation is based on population, and the US has grown steadily. The number of senators allowed per state has been routinely reduced. Fewer and fewer representatives have been re-elected to additional terms. The Constitution requires the number of representatives to increase each decade.

Representation is based on population, and the US has grown steadily.

The political party in the twentieth century that generally opposed government expansion to solve social problems is the ______ Party

Republican

Which of these statements was implied by the decision in Brown v. Board of Education? Segregation could lead to feelings of inferiority. Segregation often led to relatively equal opportunities. Segregation increased levels of personal determination. Segregation was the purpose of the Fourteenth Amendment.

Segregation could lead to feelings of inferiority.

Which describes a difference between the duties of House members and the duties of Senate members? House members serve on committees while Senate members only serve on boards. House members meet with their constituents while Senate members only meet with other Senate members. Senate members represent state interests while House members represent district interests. Senate members hire and manage their staff while House members have no staff to manage.

Senate members represent state interests while House members represent district interests.

Senator Quintero donates money to his local church from his personal checking account. Senator Kleinman donates money from a federally funded account to her church. Based on this scenario, which senator is in violation of the establishment clause? They are both in violation because government officials are not allowed to donate to one religion Senator Quintero is in violation because he donated a large amount of money to the church. Senator Kleinman is in violation because she took the money from a federally funded account. Neither senator is in violation because they have the right to donate to any religious group.

Senator Kleinman is in violation because she took the money from a federally funded account.

Look at this chart showing ethnic groups in Yugoslavia. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3310/3310-10/3310-10-07/3310-10-07-assessment/3310-10-07-18-image.PNG If ethnic groups had been more equal in size, the most likely result would be that the country would remain united instead of fracturing. ethnic cleansing would have become more widespread. Serbs would not have tried to eliminate other groups. Muslims would have been persecuted by more groups.

Serbs would not have tried to eliminate other groups.

Read the scenario. A woman is accused of a crime. She says that she was nowhere near the scene of the crime. Her friends who were with her at the time are afraid they will be accused as well, so they refuse to appear in court as witnesses. According to the Sixth Amendment, what can the woman do to support her court case? She can hire a different lawyer. She can request that the trial be moved to a different state. She can require the witnesses to testify. She can refuse to testify.

She can require the witnesses to testify.

What motivated Joseph Stalin to persecute writers, scholars, and scientists? People in these professions made up the bulk of the Communist Party. Stalin was convinced one of them would try to overthrow him and seize power. Many were non-Russians who Stalin wanted to drive out of the country. Stalin feared they might spread ideas that went against the Soviet government.

Stalin feared they might spread ideas that went against the Soviet government.

Which best states the connection between state governments and voter registration? State governments oversee voter registration for state elections. State governments oversee voter registration for local elections. State governments oversee voter registration for state and local elections. State governments oversee voter registration for national, state, and local elections.

State governments oversee voter registration for national, state, and local elections.

Which best explains why protecting public health is an important duty of state government? States that protect public health by maintaining correctional systems ensure the safety of their citizens. States that protect public health by repairing infrastructure ensure the safety of their citizens. States that protect public health by limiting outbreaks of disease ensure the safety of their citizens. States that protect public health by promoting highway safety ensure the safety of their citizens.

States that protect public health by limiting outbreaks of disease ensure the safety of their citizens.

What best describes the "Three Principles of the People"? the agreement signed after the Revolution of 1911 Sun Yat-sen's ideas for governing China the declaration that helped overthrow the emperor the foundations of the Communist Party

Sun Yat-sen's ideas for governing China

What is the program formerly known as "food stamps" now called? Department of Agriculture Medicaid Health Services Department of Housing and Urban Development Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Administration. I. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) educates the public about food. A. The information the FDA provides helps consumers stay safe. B. The FDA educates consumers in different ways. II. The FDA labels processed foods. A. FDA labels identify the ingredients used to make products. B. FDA labels explain the nutrition content of food. C. FDA labels explain if the product might harm people who have allergies. III. The FDA warns the public about harmful food. A. The FDA issues a warning when a foodborne illness breaks out. B. The FDA tells consumers which foods to avoid. C. The FDA tells consumers what to do if they get sick. IV. The American public relies on the information the FDA provides. A. The FDA labels food and issues warnings about foodborne illnesses. B. This information helps protect consumers from harmful food. Which statement would best fit in section III? The FDA was founded in 1906 to protect consumers from misbranded food. The FDA lists information about dangerous food on their agency website. The FDA oversees all aspects of drug manufacturing and distribution. The FDA tells consumers how to read and understand their food labels.

The FDA lists information about dangerous food on their agency website.

How did the February Revolution in Russia differ from the October Revolution? The February Revolution led to the rise of the Bolsheviks, while the October Revolution led to the fall of the Bolsheviks. The February Revolution removed the tsar from power, while the October Revolution removed the provisional government from power. The February Revolution marked Russia's entry into World War I, while the October Revolution coincided with Russia pulling out of the war. The February Revolution sparked the public's interest in socialism, while the October Revolution sparked the public's interest in communism.

The February Revolution removed the tsar from power, while the October Revolution removed the provisional government from power.

Which best describes how the executive branch affects the power of the military? The executive branch shares power with the military. The executive branch checks the power of the military. The executive branch strengthens the power of the military. The executive branch gives power to the military.

The executive branch checks the power of the military.

Which statement is an accurate description of the American federal system? States can make their own choices, as they have power over all laws. State and federal governments are run separately, without any overlap. The federal government informs states of what is and what is not considered legal. The federal and state governments share powers, but federal power is supreme.

The federal and state governments share powers, but federal power is supreme.

Which statement reflects Thomas Gibbons's view of interstate commerce? State and federal governments should jointly negotiate interstate commerce. The federal government should have power over interstate commerce. Individual operators should negotiate interstate commerce. State governments have power over interstate commerce.

The federal government should have power over interstate commerce.

Why did the Union struggle to take Vicksburg from the Confederacy? The fort was located on top of a hill and surrounded by swamps. The fort was far from water, which made it difficult to reach. The fort was only approachable from one direction by land. The fort could only be attacked from the Mississippi River.

The fort was located on top of a hill and surrounded by swamps.

What does separation of church and state mean? Churches cannot make laws that violate state laws. The government cannot make laws based on religion. Churches are built a certain distance from state buildings. The government has to make separate laws for churches.

The government cannot make laws based on religion.

Which statement is true regarding the Twenty-sixth Amendment? Individual states could determine whether to give young people the right to vote. Any military veteran who had served in combat was given the right to vote. The government mandated that all youth over 18 were granted the right to vote. The minimum voting age for females remained at 21.

The government mandated that all youth over 18 were granted the right to vote.

Why would the right to privacy implied in the Ninth Amendment not protect an individual writing a blog? The information is freely given to others. The writer may express dangerous ideas. The information may be unreliable or untruthful. The writer may be hiding behind a false identity.

The information is freely given to others.

Which statement accurately describes China after the Civil War? The People's Republic of China was on the island of Taiwan. The island of Taiwan became known as the Republic of China. The Republic of China was under the rule of Mao Zedong. The People's Republic of China was led by Chiang Kai-shek.

The island of Taiwan became known as the Republic of China.

Which statement best characterizes a dictatorship? The leader shares power, if necessary. The leader maintains power through force. The leader inherits power through birth. The leader is blessed by the church.

The leader maintains power through force.

In what way did ancient Athens influence the framers of the United States Constitution? All Athenians were allowed to vote. The legislative branch in Athens had two main bodies. The Council of 500 made all major decisions. Laws were made by the chief executive.

The legislative branch in Athens had two main bodies.

https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-05/3315-05-05-assessment/3315-05-05-13.png Look at the bar graph, which shows voter turnout in one election year. Which is the best conclusion someone can draw from this graph? All income groups vote at roughly the same percentage. The less one earns, the less likely one is to vote. Middle-income people vote at higher rates than other Americans. Income has very little to do with voter turnout.

The less one earns, the less likely one is to vote.

Which statement best describes the media's role in informing the public on government affairs? The media presents information, allowing the public to stay informed about current and proposed laws. The media's constant presentation of information requires that the public gain a comprehensive understanding of policy. The media works hard to ensure that everyone has access to the same information at all times. The media's experts develop highly informed opinions about current events to ensure that people make the right decisions.

The media presents information, allowing the public to stay informed about current and proposed laws.

Look at this chart. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-06/3315-06-04/3315-06-04-assessment/3315-06-04-11.png Based on this chart, why is the Social Security Administration facing a funding problem? Life expectancy is increasing slower than expected, so people are not living as long as thought. Younger people are no longer paying as many retirement taxes as in past generations. The number of elderly Americans is growing quickly, so more money is going out than coming in. An unequal amount of taxes is being allocated to Medicare and Medicaid services.

The number of elderly Americans is growing quickly, so more money is going out than coming in.

Which best explains how the president selects a justice for the Supreme Court? The president selects a judge that is qualified but disagrees with him on issues. The president selects a judge whom he considers the most qualified and will most likely support his agenda. The president selects a qualified judge that Congress proposes. The president selects a qualified judge whom existing judges approve of.

The president selects a judge whom he considers the most qualified and will most likely support his agenda.

Which explains how mass media has changed the role of the presidency? The president uses mass media to speak to people all over the world. The president uses mass media to veto bills passed by Congress. The president uses mass media to communicate with Congress. The president uses mass media to generate support for executive orders.

The president uses mass media to speak to people all over the world.

According to the Supreme Court, which of these most likely prompted the arrest of the protesters in Edwards v. South Carolina? The protestors supported an unpopular view. The protesters assembled in front of the statehouse. The protesters were a threat to public safety. The protesters marched without a permit.

The protestors supported an unpopular view.

What was the function of the secret police in the Soviet Union? The secret police attempted to identify citizens who opposed the Communist Party and who could undermine it. The secret police worked to locate and arrest the missing members of the former royal family of Russia. The secret police tried to solve crimes that directly impacted the workers and peasants of Russia. The secret police tried to uncover Bolsheviks who worked against the provisional government.

The secret police attempted to identify citizens who opposed the Communist Party and who could undermine it.

For prior restraint to apply, what must the government prove about the speech in question? The speech must be libelous. The speech must present a general threat. The speech must present a clear and identifiable danger. The speech must be offensive.

The speech must present a clear and identifiable danger.

What was Benito Mussolini's attitude toward personal liberties? The state should decide which personal liberties were needed. Personal liberties were an individual matter. There should not be any personal liberties. Individuals and the state should agree on personal liberties.

The state should decide which personal liberties were needed.

Which statement best describes how the structure of the judicial branch affects its interpretation of the Constitution? The system of federal courts and a Supreme Court may give the judicial branch multiple opportunities to interpret the Constitution. The system of federal courts and a Supreme Court give the judicial branch only one opportunity to interpret the Constitution. The system of federal courts and a Supreme Court force the judicial branch to answer to the executive branch. The system of federal courts and a Supreme Court force the judicial branch to answer to the legislative branch.

The system of federal courts and a Supreme Court may give the judicial branch multiple opportunities to interpret the Constitution.

In Tinker v. Des Moines, why did the Supreme Court rule in favor of the students who wore armbands? Their action did not negatively influence other students. Their action was not disruptive. Their action occurred off school grounds. Their action was political speech.

Their action was not disruptive.

Which statement is true about joint committees? They are permanent, dedicated to working on a specific kind of bill. They are primarily investigative, performing research and impact studies. They contain members of both major political parties. They are controlled by members of the majority party.

They contain members of both major political parties.

Prior to the enactment of the Seventeenth Amendment, why did some states not send two senators to Congress? They thought senators could work from their states. They decided that one senator was enough. They could not find two deserving senators. They could not decide who to elect.

They could not decide who to elect.

The graph shows costs and projected costs at private four-year colleges, public four-year colleges, and public two-year colleges. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-06/3315-06-08/3315-06-08-assessment/3315-06-08-03.png Which best summarizes the increase in costs at public four-year colleges over the past 30 years? They have increased more than private four-year colleges but less than public two-year colleges. They have increased less than private four-year colleges and public two-year colleges. They have increased more than private four-year colleges and public two-year colleges. They have increased more than public two-year colleges but less than private four-year colleges.

They have increased more than public two-year colleges but less than private four-year colleges.

Which are characteristics of nongovernmental organizations? Check all that apply. They are overseen by a nation's government. They are required to make a profit on operations. They are always based in the United States. They have volunteer workers. They function in multiple countries. They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic programs.

They have volunteer workers. They function in multiple countries. They focus on humanitarian, environmental, and economic programs.

Which best explains why state governments are better able to focus on the needs of their citizens than the federal government? They have smaller executive branches. They have larger legislative branches. They oversee smaller geographical areas. They oversee a larger infrastructure.

They oversee smaller geographical areas.

What is the common purpose of the Ninth and Tenth amendments? They protect the rights of noncitizens. They protect rights not listed in the Constitution. They protect the federalist system. They protect the federal government from the states.

They protect rights not listed in the Constitution.

If super political action committees (PACs) cannot donate directly to political campaigns, how do they best support the campaigns? They run negative campaigns against opponents. They pay for goods and services that can be donated. They run independent campaigns in support of candidates. They lobby Congress in support of candidates.

They run independent campaigns in support of candidates.

Why were idealistic supporters of the Nazi party willing to endorse Hitler's annexation of Austria? They distrusted intellectualism and respected military power. They wanted a quick return to the former power and glory of Germany. They were intrigued by the call of danger and the opportunity to sacrifice. They believed that the problems of Germany were caused by the communists.

They wanted a quick return to the former power and glory of Germany.

Read the quotation from the Declaration of Independence. "For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world." Which reason best explains why this grievance was included in the Declaration? The colonists could not get goods without the Crown's permission. The colonists could export goods only to Britain. The British closed ports to punish the colonies. Trade focused on generating income for the Crown only.

Trade focused on generating income for the Crown only.

Which statement best describes the contributions of Harriet Tubman during the Civil War? Tubman was an abolitionist who served the Union in the 54th Massachusetts Regiment. Tubman was an abolitionist who worked as a spy for the Union Army to help the war effort. Tubman was an abolitionist who established the Tuskegee Airmen flying squadron. Tubman was an abolitionist who encouraged the Union to permit African Americans to enlist.

Tubman was an abolitionist who worked as a spy for the Union Army to help the war effort.

Do lobbyists exert influence among all three branches of government? Why or why not? Yes, they advise on rules and legislation and file briefs with the courts. No, they focus on developing legislation. Yes, they influence the election of officials to all three branches. No, the courts are immune to outside influences.

Yes, they advise on rules and legislation and file briefs with the courts.

Who were two leaders of the rebel army during the Mexican Revolution? Villa and Diaz. Zapata and Diaz. Villa and Madero. Zapata and Villa.

Zapata and Villa.

Which would the SEC most likely penalize for violating a regulation? a radio station a college a bank a supermarket

a bank

Read this citation for an informative essay. Davis, Victoria. Joining the Secret Service. Washington, D.C.: Free Print Press, 2013. This citation is for a book. a website. an online article. an online journal.

a book.

Who would the president most likely ask for advice about reforming labor practices? the vice president a senator a cabinet member the chief of staff

a cabinet member

Which would most likely fall under appellate jurisdiction? a case involving state laws a case between two companies a case appealed from a lower court a case between two states

a case appealed from a lower court

What is a landmark case? a case that is based on a dispute over land a case that is based on a previous court's decision. a case that sets a precedent for future court decisions a case that has been overturned from a previous court.

a case that sets a precedent for future court decisions

What is the definition of a municipality? a division of government directly below the state level a city department charged with enforcing local laws a city, town, or village with its own government a set of laws and policies for a county

a city, town, or village with its own government

What is a PAC? a committee that provides support for a candidate another name for a general election an election held to choose candidates for office a public meeting to choose candidates for office

a committee that provides support for a candidate

The "Young Pioneers" was the name of a school to teach industrial skills. all Soviet children under Stalin's rule a growing group of anti-Stalin activists. a communist youth organization.

a communist youth organization.

A divorce case would most likely be assigned to a court with which jurisdiction? a court of civil jurisdiction a court of original jurisdiction a court of limited jurisdiction a court of general jurisdiction

a court of limited jurisdiction

Central and state governments influence each other in a unitary system. a federal system. a confederal system. a democratic system.

a federal system.

If a person in Idaho buys a faulty camera from a company in Texas, which court would most likely handle the case first? a state trial court in Idaho a state appellate court in Texas a federal trial court a federal appellate court

a federal trial court

During industrialization, which led to an exploration of new economic theories? a war between socialists and capitalists a gap between rich and poor the seizure of property by the government the fight to control businesses by individuals

a gap between rich and poor

A social contract is an agreement between a government and its citizens. citizens of two different countries. governments of two different countries. property owners and government.

a government and its citizens.

The preamble to the Declaration of Independence outlines the principles upon which the new government would be based. Which of these best describes one of those principles? a government based on a social contract the end of taxation without representation the removal of the British military a need for equality regardless of race or gender

a government based on a social contract

What is the best definition of federalism? a government in which power is given to Congress directly a government in which power is under the control of the states a government in which power is divided between state and national levels a government in which powers are directly stated in the Constitution

a government in which power is divided between state and national levels

An oligarchy is best defined as a government ruled by a dictator. a government ruled by a monarchy. a government ruled by a small, elite group. a government led by a large, select group.

a government ruled by a small, elite group.

Which best describes a political party? a group with similar work ethics a group with the desire to help others a group with varied goals and ideals a group with similar beliefs about government

a group with similar beliefs about government

Courts of general jurisdiction typically have a judge and jury. a judge only. a jury only. a panel of judges.

a judge and jury.

A military group that rules another country by force is a dictatorship. an insurgency. a junta. a regime.

a junta.

Read this prompt for an informative essay. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides a number of services to the American public. These services protect consumers from harmful food, dietary supplements, and pharmaceuticals. Choose one of the services the FDA performs to discuss in an informative essay. Do outside research and write an essay about this service and the manner in which the agency provides this service to the public. What will be the topic of the essay? a service provided by the FDA the importance of federal agencies the role of government in our lives an illness caused by harmful food

a service provided by the FDA

A junta is defined as a small group that controls the government. a large group that controls business interests. a large group that controls the government. a small group that controls business interests.

a small group that controls the government.

Before he could issue the Emancipation Proclamation, President Lincoln waited for the selection of a Confederate president. the results of a national vote on slavery. a successful Confederate military action. a successful Union military action.

a successful Union military action.

In the United States, potential jury members are notified of their duty by a summons. a phone call. an e-mail. a text message.

a summons.

The Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo wore white head scarves as a symbol of their demands. a plea for their children. a proclamation for war. a symbol of peace.

a symbol of peace.

De Tocqueville's travels throughout the United States led him to conclude that it was a democratic country. a populist country. an aristocratic country. a unique country.

a unique country.

What was the Berlin Wall? a wall that separated East and West Berlin a wall that surrounded East and West Berlin a wall that separated Hungary from East Berlin a wall that separated Berlin from the rest of Berlin

a wall that separated East and West Berlin

Support staff in the executive office of the president include administrators. cabinet members. reporters. party leaders

administrators.

Which of these is considered a power of governance? regulating trade between states maintaining armed forces declaring war admitting new states

admitting new states

Read the excerpt from the Fourteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution. [N]or shall any state deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law. This clause ensures that anyone can enforce the law as long as they are citizens. all states follow similar rules and legal processes. any state can deprive its citizens of due process. all non-citizens are not covered by due process.

all states follow similar rules and legal processes.

In the years prior to World War I, the government of Russia was a communist system. a democratic republic. an autocratic monarchy. a constitutional monarchy.

an autocratic monarchy.

A result of Salvador Allende's presidency in Chile was the end of military rule. a populist welfare state. an economic boom. an economic crisis.

an economic crisis.

Read the Oath of Allegiance of the United States. I hereby declare, on oath . . . that I will support and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States of America against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; that I will bear arms [weapons] on behalf of the United States when required by the law . . . so help me God. This oath is recited by the US president on Inauguration Day. a soldier when he or she joins the US military. a US Supreme Court justice who joins the bench. an immigrant who wants to become a US citizen.

an immigrant who wants to become a US citizen.

A candidate's use of "I" statements in an opening statement is an example of persuasive language. an informal tone. a factual tone. rhetorical technique.

an informal tone.

What type of writing educates readers about a topic? an argumentative essay a descriptive essay an informative essay a narrative essay

an informative essay

Which reform measure could people use if they wanted to change a law about taxes? a direct primary an initiative a recall an impeachment

an initiative

How many cases may a judge cite as precedent when formulating case decisions? one fewer than ten twenty five an unlimited number

an unlimited number

A similarity between the separation of powers, the system of checks and balances, and federalism is that they are all related exclusively to the federal government. are all ways that the Constitution limits government power. each illustrate the idea of popular sovereignty. each serve to increase the power of the federal government.

are all ways that the Constitution limits government power.

In the Philippines, attempted takeovers by Communist rebels were stopped by Muslim insurgents. are still an ongoing problem today. ended after a democracy was established. started even before independence.

are still an ongoing problem today.

Which of these regulations falls under the jurisdiction of the Environmental Protection Agency? prescription safety automobile emissions credit card interest rates power tools used in factories

automobile emissions

The media aim to make the public aware of the issues. actively involved. accountable. opinionated.

aware of the issues.

In order to extend the civil rights of slaves after the Civil War, the United States banned slavery with the Fourteenth Amendment and created new protections with the Thirteenth Amendment. banned slavery with the Fifteenth Amendment and created new protections with the Thirteenth Amendment. banned slavery with the Thirteenth Amendment and created new protections with the Fourteenth Amendment. banned slavery with the Fourteenth Amendment and created new protections with the Fifteenth Amendment.

banned slavery with the Thirteenth Amendment and created new protections with the Fourteenth Amendment.

A key element of the Fourth Amendment is that searches and seizures must be conducted only if a serious crime has been committed. with compassion and support. using a practical and organized method. based on reasonable belief that a crime has been committed.

based on reasonable belief that a crime has been committed.

If the government wants to take land to build a highway, the Fifth Amendment says that the affected property owners must be compensated for the land. be imprisoned if they object. defend their land rights in court. surrender the land as part of their patriotic duty.

be compensated for the land.

Hitler most likely forced Jews to wear a yellow star so that Jews could recognize each other. leave the country more easily. be excluded from the military. be identified and arrested more easily.

be identified and arrested more easily.

Why were the reforms of the early 1900s, such as the recall, referendum, and initiative provisions, called "progressive"? because the reforms represented the work of a single person because the reforms represented unpopular, unwanted changes because the reforms represented a return to traditions of the past because the reforms represented forward thinking about political changes

because the reforms represented forward thinking about political changes

A responsibility of the vice president is to declare war if necessary. join the House of Representatives if necessary. join the Supreme Court if necessary. become president if necessary.

become president if necessary.

After the fall of communism, the Yugoslavian republics began to break away. dissolve. make peace. merge.

break away.

The Mexican Constitution of 1917 sought to protect democratic rule by breaking up large estates, providing free education, and establishing minimum-wage laws. allowing foreigners to own land, approving censorship, and prohibiting workers' right to strike. encouraging large estates, prohibiting discrimination, and prohibiting workers' right to unionize. seizing church lands, allowing private education, and abolishing minimum-wage laws.

breaking up large estates, providing free education, and establishing minimum-wage laws.

Who does the SEC oversee? brokers consumers managers workers

brokers

Regulatory agencies oversee the nation's businesses. security. health care. military resources.

businesses.

Prior to the Seventeenth Amendment, how did some senatorial candidates attempt to get elected into office? by asking for an appointment by rigging exams by buying votes by holding primaries

by buying votes

Which of these is a way in which politicians, particularly on the state and national level, would most likely interact with citizens online? through instant messaging by connecting on social media through local town-hall meetings by private messages

by connecting on social media

Read the following excerpt. Others argue the reason higher education costs have increased is the accessibility of large government grants and loans such as Pell Grants and Guaranteed Student loans. These create an impression that students have ways to afford the costs and higher education institutions don't have much incentive to cut costs. Based on the excerpt, student loans contribute to higher college costs by convincing colleges that students can afford the costs. by convincing students that loans are always available. by convincing colleges to loan money to students. by convincing students to take out loans they do not need.

by convincing colleges that students can afford the costs.

Which is the most likely way that a governor would raise revenue for a new state education program? by getting approval from the state comptroller by asking the federal government for funding by proposing that the state legislature fund it in the budget by suggesting that local school districts run independent fundraisers

by proposing that the state legislature fund it in the budget

How did Benito Mussolini attempt to increase Italy's power? by creating new jobs and industries by forging alliances with African nations by seizing control of new land by spreading his ideology through Europe

by seizing control of new land

How does a monarch typically take power? by being elected by taking over in a revolution by being appointed by leaders of a political party by taking over when the previous monarch dies or retires

by taking over when the previous monarch dies or retires

A state court that sets a precedent makes a decision that can authorize similar action in the future. can stop similar action in the future. assigns jurisdiction to an appeals court assigns jurisdiction to a trial court.

can authorize similar action in the future.

The exclusionary rule states that if evidence is found during an illegal search, it must be destroyed immediately. cannot be admitted as evidence in court. can be admitted into court anyway. cannot be admitted into court unless a judge agrees.

cannot be admitted as evidence in court.

The Declaration of Independence refers to rights as being unalienable. What does "unalienable" mean? not foreign cannot be surrendered inherent compatible

cannot be surrendered

In addition to a primary, political parties can nominate candidates for general election through a petition or a vote of party leaders. caucus or a convention. signature drive or a public rally. referendum or a ballot initiative.

caucus or a convention.

A meeting of party members to choose a nominee through debate is called a primary. convention. caucus. general election.

caucus.

Altering photographs was part of Joseph Stalin's effort to purge those who threatened him. censor the Communist Party. persecute visual artists. change historical facts.

change historical facts.

The selection of federal judges by the executive branch is an example of checks and balances. original jurisdiction. advice and consent. appellate jurisdiction.

checks and balances.

When the Supreme Court makes a ruling on a case that serves to interpret a law passed by Congress, it is an example of presidential veto. popular sovereignty. checks and balances. habeas corpus.

checks and balances.

Protection of habeas corpus means that citizens cannot be punished without a trial. laws cannot apply to past situations. citizens cannot be held without legal action. laws cannot include cruel or unusual punishments.

citizens cannot be held without legal action.

The most important way in which the Greeks influenced American democracy was by allowing city-states to follow their own form of government. citizens to participate in government. elected representatives to make all decisions. strong leaders to make all decisions.

citizens to participate in government.

One example of a civic responsibility that is not a requirement is registering for the draft. serving as a jury member. clearing litter from the street. paying state and local taxes.

clearing litter from the street.

Which of these is considered a concurrent power? establishing schools drafting soldiers coining money collecting taxes

collecting taxes

States mainly raise revenue by collecting taxes from citizens. collecting taxes from other states. sharing in taxes collected by other states. sharing in taxes collected by the US government.

collecting taxes from citizens.

What is the definition of "interstate commerce"? commerce between states commerce between state and federal governments commerce between steamboat operators commerce between different parts of the same state

commerce between states

Which is the proper order of a bill becoming a law after it is introduced in the Senate? debate, committee, Senate approval, House approval, presidential action committee, debate, House approval, Senate approval, presidential action committee, debate, Senate approval, House approval, presidential action debate, Senate approval, House approval, committee, presidential action

committee, debate, Senate approval, House approval, presidential action

What does the FCC regulate? food and beverage products communications infrastructure environmental policies businesses breaking security laws

communications infrastructure

Many Latin American countries in the twentieth century turned to democracy and autocracy. monarchy and self-government. communism and socialism. fascism and despotism.

communism and socialism.

Karl Marx developed the economic theory of socialism. capitalism. utopianism. communism.

communism.

According to Karl Marx, the economic ideas behind socialism would lead to a communist revolution. socialist revolution. capitalist revolution. utopian revolution.

communist revolution.

The three main ideas behind capitalism as defined by Adam Smith are free markets, laissez-faire, and fair taxes. competition, self interest, and laissez-faire. laissez-faire, regulation, and self interest. competition, free markets, and trade limits.

competition, self interest, and laissez-faire.

Passing laws, creating courts, and collecting taxes are examples of concurrent powers. politician's rights. implied powers. individual rights.

concurrent powers.

The ____ is the name of the publication produced by the government that covers debates occurring in Congress.

congressional record

When a Constitutional Amendment is ________ it is interpreted. disparaged developed construed enumerated

construed

What are the two smallest forms of government in the United States? federal and state county and municipal state and municipal state and county

county and municipal

A protest at Tiananmen Square in 1989 convinced China's leaders to expand participation in government. crack down on democratic protests. expand the right to free speech. crack down on Communist protests.

crack down on democratic protests.

Incorporation creates a local government and divides a state into separate counties with their own leaders. determines who will serve as mayor and council members. creates geographic boundaries for villages, towns, and cities. manages the court system on the county and city level.

creates geographic boundaries for villages, towns, and cities.

Which of these powers is considered an implied power? raising taxes regulating trade creating a national bank declaring war

creating a national bank

Which illustrates the proper outline for a judge's opinion on a case? describing case facts, describing judicial opinion, analyzing law, applying precedent describing judicial opinion, applying precedent, describing case facts, analyzing law analyzing law, applying precedent, describing case facts, describing judicial opinion applying precedent, describing case facts, analyzing law, describing judicial opinion

describing case facts, describing judicial opinion, analyzing law, applying precedent

The concept of checks and balances ensures that each branch of government does not have power over the others. only one branch of government maintains power over the others. each branch of government has the ability to limit the power of the others. no branch of government has a separate power from the others.

each branch of government has the ability to limit the power of the others.

What is the correct definition of suffrage? suffering through segregation gaining civil rights earning voting privileges facing gender discrimination

earning voting privileges

In addition to support staff, the executive office of the president includes US ambassadors. the vice president. cabinet advisers. economic advisers.

economic advisers.

The first step in the reunification of East and West Germany was uniting their governments. legal systems. populations. economies.

economies.

The government sponsors _____ because it contributes to the good of society and the economy.

education

A republic is a form of government where all citizens take an active role in decision making. military leaders represent the people. a chief executive makes all the decisions. elected officials represent the people.

elected officials represent the people.

The main reason Cárdenas nationalized Mexico's oil industry was to curtail foreign investment in this key resource. end corruption within private oil businesses. enable the country to get direct benefit from its vast supplies. better protect the environment and land in the country.

enable the country to get direct benefit from its vast supplies.

Which action would be considered an act of civil disobedience? rioting, which causes damage to private and government property engaging in a sit-in, in which African Americans stay at a segregated business looting, which results in the theft of property from private businesses boycotting, in which people choose not to purchase goods from businesses

engaging in a sit-in, in which African Americans stay at a segregated business

The Founders wanted to add the Bill of Rights to the Constitution because they wanted to include a way to amend the Constitution. include a provision for the rule of law. strengthen the system of checks and balances. ensure that people's rights were protected.

ensure that people's rights were protected.

In terms of education, state governments are responsible for creating private schools. establishing school districts. providing transportation to schools. maintaining school equipment.

establishing school districts.

An important component of conducting research on the cost of a college education is identifying a problem. writing an opening statement. evaluating sources. creating an outline.

evaluating sources.

As economic theories, socialism and communism sought to encourage private ownership of businesses. even out inequalities of wealth. encourage little government oversight. build housing and schools for workers.

even out inequalities of wealth.

The actual carrying out, or implementation, of foreign policy falls to the president. executive agencies. the armed forces. Congress.

executive agencies.

Robert La Follette's set of state reforms known as the Wisconsin Idea favored political machines. expanded democracy. big business. limited voter participation.

expanded democracy.

Which is a component of the modern Republican Party's platform? extending the role of government into industries that have been traditionally private, like healthcare reducing government oversight of economic practices reducing the role of government in industries that have been traditionally private, like energy production expanding investment in national defense

expanding investment in national defense

When the government spends money or makes a payment, it is called a(n) _____

expenditure

Which action would be protected by the Ninth Amendment? refusing to pay sales tax on an automobile purchase insisting on assembling with others at a city council meeting creating a personal page on a social media site to share content explaining medical problems to a personal physician in confidence

explaining medical problems to a personal physician in confidence

Which is a component of the modern Democratic Party's platform? extending the role of government into industries that have been traditionally private, like healthcare reducing government oversight of economic practices reducing the role of government in industries that have been traditionally private, like energy production expanding investment in national defense

extending the role of government into industries that have been traditionally private, like healthcare

The Third Reich based its power primarily on fear. censorship. laws. incentive.

fear.

The executive branch under the president, including the cabinet, is called the federal government. federal bureaucracy. Department of State. Department of Defense.

federal bureaucracy.

The federal budget is a record of the nation's fiscal borrowing. fiscal policy. fiscal revenues. fiscal expenditures.

fiscal policy.

Read the excerpt. The United States and China are the two largest consumers of energy in the world. . . . Neither of us profits from a growing dependence on foreign oil, nor can we spare our people from the ravages of climate change unless we cooperate. Common sense calls upon us to act [together]. President Obama, 2009 Which form of foreign policy implementation would work best between the two countries? diplomacy foreign aid trade agreements sanctions

foreign aid

The Enlightenment idea of separation of powers led to giving authority to the president and vice president. granting a social contract between colonists and governments. forming three branches of government in the United States. forming a powerful government that could protect its people.

forming three branches of government in the United States.

Read the quote by Baron de Montesquieu. When the legislative and executive powers are united in the same person, or in the same body of magistrates, there can be no liberty; because apprehensions may arise, lest the same monarch or senate should enact tyrannical laws, to execute them in a tyrannical manner. According to the quote, _______ is lost if one person has too much power.

freedom

What are some examples of excise taxes imposed by the government? Check all that apply. gambling fast-food restaurants cigarettes movies baseball games alcohol gasoline hotels

gambling cigarettes alcohol gasoline

The final competition for elective office is called the indirect primary. general election. closed primary. caucus.

general election.

The body paragraphs of an informative essay should offer a clear statement that describes what the essay will discuss. give clear examples, offer supporting details, and cite all sources. restate the evidence and present a final opinion for the reader. organize the essay, including the main topic and the subtopics.

give clear examples, offer supporting details, and cite all sources.

Before a case can be heard in a state high court, it must go through a jury trial. go through a selection process. be decided by a panel of judges. be decided by a single judge.

go through a selection process.

While private funding for a campaign may come from a variety of sources, which source provides public funding for a campaign? wealthy donors government foreign countries labor unions

government

Who decides what problems should be addressed through fiscal policy? special interest groups college professors government leaders special task forces

government leaders

Which is an example of a presidential power that has no clear limitation? selecting a cabinet making a treaty appointing ambassadors granting pardons

granting pardons

As a result of the Long March, China's Communist Party grew stronger and more determined. chose Mao Zedong as its new leader. became weaker and lost the civil war. decided to retreat from the Nationalists.

grew stronger and more determined.

Workers competed for jobs in the model factory started by Robert Owen because he overpaid them. he built schools. he was famous. he guaranteed jobs.

he built schools.

When campaign workers are canvassing neighborhoods, one of their goals is to identify voters who will support their candidate. sell campaign buttons door to door. determine the income level of a community. find out which candidate voters have selected.

identify voters who will support their candidate.

The three steps governments follow to create public policy are identifying a problem, publicizing a plan, and implementing policy. identifying a problem, developing a plan, and referring it to Congress. identifying a problem, referring it to Congress, and developing a plan. identifying a problem, developing a plan, and implementing policy.

identifying a problem, developing a plan, and implementing policy.

Read these words from the First Amendment to the Constitution. Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. This amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms against the government. establish a national religion. influence their representatives' decisions. vote in elections.

influence their representatives' decisions.

Read the sample claim. The rapid rise in the cost of higher education shows that the old models of traditional, campus-based instruction must be changed. If elected, I will create a panel of educational experts who will develop a network of virtual institutions: this will cut costs and provide more access to education. The claim is best described as caring. angry. informed. unsupported.

informed.

The most influential and powerful members of a political party are most likely found in party precincts. at the state party level. among party volunteers. inside the national party.

inside the national party.

The most important role of election officials is to make sure that an election takes place. is administered fairly. is inexpensive. finishes on time.

is administered fairly.

An implied power is one that is clearly outlined in the Constitution. gives the Supreme Court power to revise the Constitution. overrules the wording of the Constitution. is suggested by the Constitution, but not specifically stated.

is suggested by the Constitution, but not specifically stated.

In a parliamentary system of representative democracy, the prime minister is appointed by the monarch. is elected by representatives chosen by the people. is the leader of the party that won the most seats in parliament. is elected directly by the people.

is the leader of the party that won the most seats in parliament.

As the Civil War began, President Lincoln accepted the belief that individual states should settle the question of slavery. it was time to end slavery throughout the United States. the Union could be preserved as a mix of free and slave states. preserving the Union was not worth the loss of life it would cause.

it was time to end slavery throughout the United States.

To which branch of government does the power to interpret laws and apply the Constitution to the law belong? federal executive judicial legislative

judicial

The chart shows the 112th U.S. Congress (2011-2012). https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-05/3315-05-03/3315-05-03-assessment/3315-05-03-10.png Based on the information in the chart, if the Independents in the Senate chose to vote with the Republicans in the Senate, the Republicans would be able to pursue their legislative agenda. lack sufficient votes to pass a law. be force to agree with a different agenda. acquire additional power to pass a law.

lack sufficient votes to pass a law.

The publication of false and damaging information about a person is referred to as libel. civil disobedience. an infringement. symbolic speech.

libel.

Locke argued that all humans are born with what natural rights? life, liberty, property life, cooperation, liberty opportunity, property, support opportunity, support, cooperation

life, liberty, property

Mexican dictator Porfirio Diaz inspired a revolution in 1910 by using his power to limit democracy and freedoms. limit the church and the wealthy. expand democracy and freedoms. expand liberal reforms and rights.

limit democracy and freedoms.

A type of jurisdiction that state and local trial courts have is civil jurisdiction. limited jurisdiction. original jurisdiction. criminal jurisdiction.

limited jurisdiction.

Which of the following did Robert La Follette propose for election reform? changing the voting requirements removing candidate age restrictions limiting campaign contributions lowering the voting age

limiting campaign contributions

One example of regulating zoning is limiting the number of fast-food restaurants that can be built near a residential area. making sure trash pickup, street cleaning, and snow-plowing services are in place. raising revenue for a new city hall to replace an existing structure that is in disrepair. staffing local public swimming pools and beaches with qualified lifeguards.

limiting the number of fast-food restaurants that can be built near a residential area.

The Ten Commandments are a list of rules for organizing government. ensuring the separation of powers. living and worshiping. ruling an empire.

living and worshiping.

In the wake of the February Revolution in Russia, Nicholas II rose to power and became a strong ruler. lost power and became a regular citizen. wrote a manifesto that inspired the public. became an official in the new government.

lost power and became a regular citizen.

What did the Stolen Valor Act attempt to prohibit? lying about military service lying about crimes committed during service lying about receiving a military medal of honor lying about being honorably discharged from the military

lying about receiving a military medal of honor

Whose power in the Senate is equal to the power of the Speaker of the House? president pro tempore president of the Senate majority leader majority whip

majority leader

The enforcement clause of the Fourteenth Amendment states that Congress has the authority to grant citizenship to people. change the Constitution. enforce only the Bill of Rights. make laws to apply the amendment.

make laws to apply the amendment.

A clear introduction that identifies the issue being addressed in a speech also summarizes the argument. presents evidence. establishes a plan. makes a claim.

makes a claim.

The president signing a trade agreement with China is an example of approving an amendment. ratifying an amendment. granting a pardon. making a treaty.

making a treaty.

The main function of a school board is to serve as a school's principals, teachers, and administrators. propose and legislate state laws that affect the public schools. raise revenue for public schools through local taxes and fees. manage public schools in accordance with state and federal law.

manage public schools in accordance with state and federal law.

Following its independence, Brazil first became a monarchy. republic. democracy. theocracy.

monarchy.

In addition to support from the people, what else did the Communists have in their favor during their war with the Nationalists? more effective military strategies assistance from the Soviets backing from European powers more modern weaponry

more effective military strategies

According to the 1790 census, where did most enslaved people live? only in the North mostly in the South mostly in the Mid-West only in the far West

mostly in the South

The commission system and the council-manager system were both new forms of state government. municipal government. federal government. county government.

municipal government.

John Locke believed humans are easily be molded by authority. instinctual and violent. good but corrupted by society. naturally reasonable.

naturally reasonable.

Read this quote from Article I of the Constitution. Congress shall have power . . . [t]o make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers. Which part of this quote is the basis for implied powers? have power all Laws necessary and proper foregoing powers

necessary and proper

China's economic expansion after the Cultural Revolution is a result of new capitalist reforms. new political reforms. new trade reforms. new socialist reforms.

new capitalist reforms.

Mao Zedong launched the Cultural Revolution in China in response to new economic policies that threatened social equality. new democratic policies that threatened social equality. new social policies that threatened economic equality. new Communist policies that threatened economic equality.

new economic policies that threatened social equality.

When the Supreme Court rules on a case, how many opinions might be written to explain the verdict? one: the majority opinion two: the majority opinion and the dissent nine: all justices can write an opinion, but only the majority opinion can be used in future cases nine: all justices can write opinions that can be cited in future cases but only majority opinions are considered law

nine: all justices can write opinions that can be cited in future cases but only majority opinions are considered law

An enumerated power the president is nominating and appointing officials. serving as leader of the Senate. directing the judicial branch. creating monuments and parks.

nominating and appointing officials.

Which act could be considered an acceptance of the social contract? paying the electric bill in exchange for using electricity viewing commercials in exchange for watching network news broadcasts observing traffic laws in exchange for driving on the highway paying the water bill in exchange for taking a shower

observing traffic laws in exchange for driving on the highway

Which action would violate the Ninth Amendment? speaking with a pharmacist about a prescription accusing a political opponent of dishonest behavior publishing a family recipe in a community cookbook obtaining unauthorized personal information from a website

obtaining unauthorized personal information from a website

The introduction of an informative essay should offer a clear statement that describes what the essay will discuss. give clear examples, offer supporting details, and cite all sources. restate the evidence and present a final opinion for the reader. organize the essay, including the main topic and the subtopics.

offer a clear statement that describes what the essay will discuss.

The Stolen Valor Act dealt with lies that were told about others. oneself. the government. the court.

oneself.

In a closed primary, who selects a political party's nominees for office? all qualified voters only party members only party leaders delegates

only party members

In a mixed-market economy, the government regulates business _____

only when necessary

When the United States was founded, who could vote? all American citizens all white men and women only white male property owners only men

only white male property owners

If a person has a right that is stated in the Constitution, that person has only those limited rights. other rights that are not mentioned. more rights than the average person. some rights that should be confirmed by law.

other rights that are not mentioned.

In order to assure that a policy speech acknowledges an issue, identifies a solution, and explains a plan of action, a writer should use an ____.

outline

A similarity between the ratification process in Article VII and the amendment process in Article V is that both involve dealing with the rights of citizens. overcoming difficult barriers. dealing with legal records. establishing government authority.

overcoming difficult barriers.

The role of a campaign manager is to select a candidate to run for office. contact the media on a daily basis. donate money to buy campaign materials. oversee a campaign organization.

oversee a campaign organization.

Individual citizens can best influence public policy by participating in public demonstrations, signing a petition, and voting. signing a petition, participating in violent demonstrations, and voting. assembling in front of a legislator's home, writing a letter, and voting. talking to the media, calling their representatives, and voting.

participating in public demonstrations, signing a petition, and voting.

The primary role of the legislature in the public policy process is to ____

pass laws

Before McCulloch v. Maryland went to court, the state of Maryland argued that James McCulloch must pay federal taxes. created the first federal bank in the state. said that only state banks were allowed within Maryland's borders. passed a law that required federal banks to pay state taxes.

passed a law that required federal banks to pay state taxes.

While state law governs many aspects of the election process, the federal government is responsible for registering voters. organizing local polling places. counting votes. passing campaign finance laws.

passing campaign finance laws.

Which step is the first one in the Social Security process? investment payout retirement payroll tax

payroll tax

Read the opening statement about college costs. First, the cost of private institutions climbed higher and higher. Now, public institutions have fallen in line. Over the past 10 years, the cost of an education at a public university has risen 42 percent. Imagine if your salary, or your bank account, grew by 42 percent the past 10 years. Maybe then you could pay for your education! Which does the candidate's opening statement use? a plan of action persuasive language a main claim professional language

persuasive language

The outcome of the Second Battle of Bull Run marked the unofficial end of the Civil War. placed the Confederate capital in danger. allowed the Union to recruit African Americans. placed the capital city Washington, DC, in danger.

placed the capital city Washington, DC, in danger.

Political parties influence public policy by creating task forces. platforms. panels of experts. interest groups.

platforms.

The concept of voting rights is based on the Bill of Rights. popular sovereignty. personal responsibility. the power of government.

popular sovereignty.

Read a quote from the US Constitution. The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved for the States respectively, or to the people. Which type of powers does this quote describe? powers held by the states alone powers implied within the US Constitution powers clearly identified for the federal level powers shared by both state and federal levels

powers implied within the US Constitution

Before ruling on a case, a Supreme Court justice must consider precedent. dissent. opinion. defamation.

precedent.

One of the vice president's key jobs is to advises the Supreme Court. advises Congress. presides over the Senate. presides over Congress.

presides over the Senate.

During the siege of Vicksburg, the Union army ran out of ammunition to fight. suffered from hunger and thirst. lost more troops than the Confederacy. prevented supplies from entering or leaving.

prevented supplies from entering or leaving.

Which issue was at the heart of New York Times v. United States? libel symbolic speech civil disobedience prior restraint

prior restraint

The government tried to stop the New York Times from publishing classified material by using a concept known as the Espionage Act. prior restraint. symbolic speech. clear and present danger.

prior restraint.

A state's responsibility for public safety includes maintaining colleges. courthouses. prisons. hospitals.

prisons.

What two principles form the basis for capitalism? private ownership and equal wealth free markets and shared property private ownership and free markets free markets and government oversight

private ownership and free markets

What are policymakers trying to do by using the media to deliver specific messages to citizens? ask for donations promote policies encourage debate win votes

promote policies

Look at the political cartoon. https://media.edgenuity.com/evresources/3315/3315-03/3315-03-07/3315-03-07-assessment/3315-03-07-02.png The cartoon shows an officer from the federal government protecting Southern whites. protecting freed African Americans. unable to protect Southern whites. unable to protect freed African Americans.

protecting freed African Americans.

Mexico's Constitution of 1917 helped the working class by forcing businesses to pay a living wage. improving education in rural areas. protecting the right to strike. restricting employment of foreigners.

protecting the right to strike.

What are voters required to do? Check all that apply. provide proof of residency pass a written exam promise to vote fill out a form provide proof of employment register before a given deadline

provide proof of residency fill out a form register before a given deadline

The media primarily influences the making of public policy by urging people to take action. condemning specific policy initiatives. promoting specific policy initiatives. providing information about a policy.

providing information about a policy.

Sanitation standards are part of a state's responsibility to protect public infrastructure. public health. public safety. public education.

public health.

Local governments provide different services. Under which category of services do firefighters fall? zoning education public safety infrastructure

public safety

A municipality's infrastructure includes which of the following? private homes public utilities government school boards

public utilities

In Regents v. Bakke, the Supreme Court struck down the use of racial ________ as a way to reduce inequality in schools or workplaces.

quotas

A reasonable right to privacy can be expected if publishing a blog about a future vacation. speaking out against a proposed state law. publishing personal information on social media. refusing to testify against oneself in court.

refusing to testify against oneself in court.

Before people can take part in an election in the United States, they must pass a written test about the Constitution. register with their states to vote. prove that they own property. demonstrate the ability to speak proper English.

register with their states to vote.

In the United States, the responsibility of voting includes registering to vote in one's home state. making contributions to political campaigns. signing up for a political party. signing up for Selective Service.

registering to vote in one's home state.

What are the roles of the FCC in the US? Check all that apply. regulating the country's communications infrastructure ensuring communication technology is compatible with existing technology establishing safety standards for pesticides and other chemicals assigning frequencies to television, radio, cable, and satellite providers bringing civil suits against individuals or businesses for breaking security laws investigating complaints, inspecting workplaces, and imposing penalties

regulating the country's communications infrastructure ensuring communication technology is compatible with existing technology assigning frequencies to television, radio, cable, and satellite providers bringing civil suits against individuals or businesses for breaking security laws

A ____ enforces government regulations in a specific area of the economy.

regulatory agency

What must businesses do in order to meet legal and financial regulations? report their revenue and earnings to the government disclose information about sales with the media report details of advertising revenue to managers disclose product details to the competition

report their revenue and earnings to the government

What was the subject of the most debate between large and small states at the Constitutional Convention? taxes slavery representation delegaton

representation

Which powers are given directly to the people or the states? implied reserved concurrent expressed

reserved

Deng Xiaoping felt that the first step to modernizing China's economy involved allowing foreign investment. instituting capitalist ideas. reforming the political system. restoring the education system.

restoring the education system.

Which example describes natural rights? rights that are given under specific circumstances rights that are granted to only certain citizens rights that can be restricted by government rights that should be protected by the government

rights that should be protected by the government

According to John Locke, ________ must respect the rights of the citizens.

rulers

Developing a plan to address an issue with a new public policy involves many groups and individuals, including elected officials, interest groups and private citizens. To reach agreements and ensure that the needs of the community are met, the government will most likely issue executive orders. seek compromises. ask the courts for help. request advice of experts.

seek compromises.

The Declaration of Independence is considered the first formal assertion by a people of their right to revolution. self-government. liberty. vote.

self-government.

An example of a volunteer opportunity within one's community might be join the US Army or US Navy. sign up for the Peace Corps. serve at a homeless shelter. take part in Teach for America.

serve at a homeless shelter.

Which best describes one of a senator's roles as a lawmaker? serving on a committee meeting with constituents meeting with state officials representing state interests

serving on a committee

Which of these powers are under the control of the states? setting up school systems regulating commerce coining money declaring war

setting up school systems

Political parties are important in the US Congress, because party affiliation determines which new laws must be written. allows for disagreements to be settled quickly. decides the importance of various committees. shapes the debate and controls legislative agenda.

shapes the debate and controls legislative agenda.

Which of these is least likely to be considered protected speech? shouting "FIRE!" in a crowded movie theater publishing an article specifying future terrorist attacks wearing a political button to work at a private firm hanging a sign promoting criminal behavior on a locker at a school

shouting "FIRE!" in a crowded movie theater

Which term best describes government in Russia after the Communists took power? democratic multi-party single-party representative

single-party

A landlord who sues a tenant for unpaid rent would most likely take the case to family court. appellate court. small claims court. common pleas court.

small claims court.

The Venezuelan people gave Hugo Chavez a referendum to rewrite their constitution and implement a democracy. socialism. communism. a dictatorship.

socialism.

The political affiliation of Chile's president in 1970, Salvador Allende, is best described as liberal. conservative. communist. socialist.

socialist.

When Benito Mussolini came into power, he promised to solve Italy's economic problems. abolish totalitarian government. prevent violence and terrorism. introduce new social programs for Italy.

solve Italy's economic problems.

The practice of selective incorporation means that the Bill of Rights will always be applied to the states by the court. never be applied to the states by the court. sometimes be applied to the court by the states. sometimes be applied to the states by the court.

sometimes be applied to the states by the court.

Expressed powers are those that are specifically granted in the Constitution. held by both the federal government and the states. considered the basis for the "necessary and proper" clause. inferior compared to powers directly given by Congress.

specifically granted in the Constitution.

A local government gets about the same amount of revenue from property, sales, and income taxes as it does from other local fees. state and federal funds. fund-raising events. utility bills.

state and federal funds.

De Tocqueville observed the laissez-faire government in the United States, which meant that the government was on a quest for equality. stayed out of people's affairs. could not enforce laws. believed all people were created equal.

stayed out of people's affairs.

Which of these actions best illustrates a judge using precedent? reviewing the facts of a case before ruling formulating an opinion on the guilt of the defendant studying past cases for similarities to the current case writing an opinion brief

studying past cases for similarities to the current case

What is the proper order for how a bill passes through the House? submission, debate, hearing, vote submission, hearing, debate, vote hearing, submission, debate, vote hearing, debate, submission, vote

submission, hearing, debate, vote

Which type of rights are fundamental and belong to all citizens? substantive rights procedural rights unenumerated rights civil rights

substantive rights

What does the Executive Office of the President do for the President of the United States? supports and advises the president leads legislative departments nominates and advises the president leads all branches of the military

supports and advises the president

The South won every major Civil War battle until the Battle of Antietam. the Battle of Chancellorsville. the Second Battle of Bull Run. the First Battle of Bull Run.

the Battle of Antietam.

Which battle resulted in both a Confederate victory and the death of General Stonewall Jackson? the Second Battle of Bull Run the Battle of Antietam the Battle of Chancellorsville the First Battle of Bull Run

the Battle of Chancellorsville

What event prompted the formation of the First Continental Congress? the Boston Massacre the Boston Tea Party the battles of Lexington and Concord the publication of Thomas Paine's Common Sense

the Boston Tea Party

What do OSHA and the SEC have in common? Both operate independently. Both are overseen by the Bureau of Labor. Both create and enforce regulations. Both focus on protecting employee finances.

the Bureau of Labor. Both create and enforce regulations.

The 1862 battle at Antietam put an end to the military career of Stonewall Jackson. the Confederate threat to the Union capital. the Civil War's early string of Union victories. the Union threat to the Confederate capital.

the Confederate threat to the Union capital.

What gives Congress the power to raise taxes to fund services? the Federal Reserve Bank the Internal Revenue Service the Bill of Rights the Constitution

the Constitution

Anti-Federalists argued that branches of government would keep each other in balance. the Constitution would make states less powerful. the Constitution would create a Republican government. a Republic should protect people from the government and from each other.

the Constitution would make states less powerful.

The basis for America's foundation in liberty is found in Patrick Henry's speech about liberty. the Declaration of Independence. the Bill of Rights and the Constitution. de Tocqueville's book Democracy in America.

the Declaration of Independence.

Which amendment best addresses the fears of Federalists like James Madison, that rights and powers not specifically listed in the Constitution or Bill of Rights will not be protected in the future? the First Amendment the Fourth Amendment the Tenth Amendment the Ninth Amendment

the Ninth Amendment

Original jurisdiction refers to the Supreme Court's authority to hear a case for the first time. the Supreme Court's authority to hear a case from a lower court. a lower court's authority to hear a case from the executive branch. a lower court's authority to hear a case from the legislative branch.

the Supreme Court's authority to hear a case for the first time.

Appellate jurisdiction refers to the Supreme Court's authority to hear a case for the first time. the Supreme Court's authority to hear a case from a lower court. a lower court's authority to hear a case from the executive branch. a lower court's authority to hear a case from the legislative branch.

the Supreme Court's authority to hear a case from a lower court.

President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation after the Union's effectiveness at the Battle of Antietam. the death of General Jackson at Chancellorsville. the nation had voted to decide the issue of slavery. the capture of Washington, DC, by Confederate forces.

the Union's effectiveness at the Battle of Antietam.

What issue caused German citizens to be willing to accept new leadership? the lack of job availability the loss of government protection the lack of a strong ruler the loss of territory after the war

the lack of job availability

In the term "due process," the word "process" refers to the way in which prison sentences are handed down. the law is followed in trying a case. court decisions are worded. warrants are written and used.

the law is followed in trying a case.

The Constitution limits the executive branch from declaring war by giving that power to the judicial branch. the legislative branch. the leader of the Senate. the leader of the House.

the legislative branch.

During the early 1900s, the term "soviet" was initially the name for the provisional government of Russia. the local council in each Russian city. a member of the Bolsheviks in Russia. a worker during communist rule in Russia.

the local council in each Russian city.

The outline for an informative essay should include the main topic and subtopics. all of the supporting evidence. any quotations and citations. the text of the conclusion.

the main topic and subtopics.

Which group or individual within the Senate has the most power over what legislation is put on the agenda and whether it is passed? the standing committee reviewing the bill the majority party the minority party the president pro tempore

the majority party

The leader of the Senate is the sergeant at arms. the majority party whip. the majority party leader. the president of the Senate.

the majority party leader.

_____ influence(s) public policy by drawing attention to and providing information about failed or needed policies.

the media

The Department of Defense is most closely connected with Congress. the military. the executive branch. the president.

the military.

The role of the president has evolved over time because the needs of the nation have changed. the role of the executive branch has changed. the role of Congress has changed. the needs of the chief of staff have changed.

the needs of the nation have changed.

Which world event sped up independence movements by European colonies in southeast Asia? Germany's invasion of Poland the occupation of southeast Asia by Japan the Great Depression the end of the Cold War

the occupation of southeast Asia by Japan

Which of these regulations is established at the federal level? the hours a business can stay open the types of goods a market can sell the pay for minimum-wage employees the requirements employees must meet

the pay for minimum-wage employees

Read the Preamble to the US Constitution. We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America. According to the Preamble, where does the power for government come from? the welfare the leaders the defence the people

the people

The best explanation as to why direct democracy would not work well in the United States is that voting is not mandatory in the United States. the use of direct democracy would make debate on issues by individuals too difficult. Ancient Greece was smaller and less geographically diverse than the United States. the population of the United States is too large.

the population of the United States is too large.

Article II of the Constitution defines the roles of the president and the vice president. the president and the legislative branch. the vice president and the legislative branch. the vice president and the judicial branch.

the president and the vice president.

Read the excerpt from Marbury v. Madison below. If two laws conflict with each other, the Court must decide on the operation of each. . . . [T]he Constitution . . . must govern the case to which they both apply. The excerpt describes the principle of judicial review. the balance of power between branches. the system of checks and balances. the limitations of the Supreme Court's power.

the principle of judicial review.

Ratification is best defined as the process of approving the Constitution. the process of supporting the Constitution. the process of writing the Constitution. the process of interpreting the Constitution.

the process of approving the Constitution.

Which privacy right is protected by Supreme Court decisions in Griswold v. Connecticut and Roe v. Wade? the right to life the right to enjoy life the right to be left alone the right to share ideas

the right to be left alone

What right is implied by the Second Amendment's right to bear arms? the right to own property the right to defend one's honor the right to form a private militia the right to protect yourself

the right to protect yourself

The Enlightenment thinker Baron de Montesquieu came up with the idea of the natural rights of all people. using a revolution to obtain citizens' rights. the separation of the government's powers. a social contract between government and people.

the separation of the government's powers.

A similarity between the leaders of state executive and legislative branches is that they serve four year terms of office. they are usually elected by popular vote. they are responsible for making state laws. they have budget-approval responsibilities.

they are usually elected by popular vote.

Why might the United States send military aid to countries that are controlled by military dictators? to help dictators stop riots and protests against them to achieve a greater purpose, such as stopping a larger enemy to allow dictators to gain power and control to influence dictators to step down and embrace democracy

to achieve a greater purpose, such as stopping a larger enemy

The role of the president pro tempore of the Senate is to be the leader of the Senate. to serve as presiding officer if the vice president cannot. to act as assistant to the party leader when needed. to act as a ceremonial role within the Senate.

to act as a ceremonial role within the Senate.

The Fourth Amendment implies privacy because it protects the right to own property. to have personal items. to be secure in one's home. to make one's own decisions.

to be secure in one's home.

Why did the Supreme Court expand the incorporation of the Bill of Rights? to ensure they always had the last word to ensure equal treatment for all citizens to ensure all naturalized people could be citizens to ensure all legal cases came before the Court

to ensure equal treatment for all citizens

Which best explains the purpose of the Ninth Amendment? to ensure individual freedoms to promote independent choices to protect personal properties to define specific personal rights

to ensure individual freedoms

Why did the United States become involved in the Philippines' affairs? to help establish a democracy in preparation for independence to fight the Spanish-American War to create a base there during World War II to fight a dictatorship there

to fight the Spanish-American War

Why do political parties most often try to gerrymander voting districts? to gain a political advantage to ensure an equal chance for all candidates to prove they deserve the voters' support to keep each voting district the same shape

to gain a political advantage

For what purposes do politicians generally use the Internet? Select all that apply. to generate donations to organize supporters to limit criticism to solicit support to debate the issues

to generate donations to organize supporters to solicit support

Jane Roe sued the state of Texas because she wanted to avoid an illegal activity. to secure her privacy rights. to challenge the Ninth Amendment. to have a state law declared unconstitutional.

to have a state law declared unconstitutional.

Which of these is an exclusive power of the House of Representatives? to amend a bill to impeach a government official to check the power of the president to review a tax bill the Senate has proposed

to impeach a government official

Which best explains why the government funds public education in the United States? to instill citizens with knowledge to better participate in government and the economy to make sure citizens only elect the correct political candidates to provide sufficient employment within the public school system to ensure that the government controls what information citizens can access

to instill citizens with knowledge to better participate in government and the economy

Read the quote from a member of the House. In order to do our job well, we spend a lot of time meeting with people who live in our states to tell them about what is happening in government and to listen to their ideas about how to improve life in our country. —Representative Mike Honda California District 17 San Jose, CA To which duty of a House member does this quote most likely refer? to propose and draft state laws to hire and manage staff in Washington D.C. and in the district to meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the district to serve on committees in the House

to meet with constituents in Washington D.C. and in the district

According to Thomas Hobbes, what is the purpose of government control over citizens? to provide safety and security to erase natural human tendencies to create a balanced society to overcome corruption

to provide safety and security

Why must lobbyists register with the government and report their activities annually? to provide transparency on how lobbyists and government officials interact to ensure that corrupt practices can be tracked and taxed appropriately to make sure that government employees are in the right buildings during working hours to track which lobbyists are the most successful at influencing changes in policy

to provide transparency on how lobbyists and government officials interact

Read the quote by Thomas Hobbes. Law was brought into the world for nothing else but to limit the natural liberty of particular men in such manner as they might not hurt but assist one another and join together against a common enemy. According to Hobbes, what is the primary purpose of the social contract? to protect rights to remove rights to reduce liberty to expand liberty

to reduce liberty

Why did the state delegates meet in 1787? to revise or repair the Articles of Confederation to elect George Washington as president to write the Articles of Confederation to collect taxes to pay the nation's debt

to revise or repair the Articles of Confederation

What is the purpose of a political party's platform? to persuade voters that the party cares about them to state the goals of the party and its position on issues to attack the character of the opposing party's candidates to advertise for corporations that support the political party

to state the goals of the party and its position on issues

Read the passage from a speech given by the Athenian leader Pericles. Our constitution does not copy the laws of neighboring states; we are rather a pattern to be imitated than imitators ourselves. Its administration favors the many instead of the few; this is why it is called democracy. If we look to the laws, they afford equal justice to all in their private differences. . . . [C]lass considerations [are not] allowed to interfere with merit; nor again does poverty bar the way, if a man is able to serve the state, he is not hindered by the obscurity of his condition. Pericles claimed that the Athenian government, unlike other Greek city-states, favored its wealthy citizens. kept poor people from serving the state. imitated the laws of its neighbors. treated all its people fairly regardless of class.

treated all its people fairly regardless of class.

A similarity between the federal and state court systems is that both have trial, appellate, and civil courts. trial, appellate, and high courts. family, appellate, and high courts. traffic, appellate, and civil courts.

trial, appellate, and high courts.

In the case Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court ruled that state laws were protected by federal laws. were protected by the Ninth Amendment. violated the right to privacy. violated the Second Amendment.

violated the right to privacy.

During the Civil War, New Orleans was significant because it was the final Southern city to fall to the Union. vital to transportation for the Confederacy. the location of the Confederate capital. vital to Union trade and transportation.

vital to transportation for the Confederacy.

Which group is at the bottom of a political party's organizational structure and is most likely to be working within communities to reach voters and perform essential tasks? volunteers local county organizations state parties national parties

volunteers

A direct democracy is one in which all citizens vote on important decisions. elect representatives to make decisions for them. choose a strong leader to make all the laws. vote in a Council of 500.

vote on important decisions.

Joseph Stalin placed a high value on motherhood because he wanted women to produce more workers. recognized the hard work involved in parenting. valued women's overall contributions to society. had great respect for his own mother.

wanted women to produce more workers.

Local organizations are organized by precincts, counties, and ____

wards

An unanswered constitutional question about the judicial branch involves who should approve judges and justices. what "good behavior" means, with regard to judicial terms. how a Supreme Court is created. who should appoint judges and justices.

what "good behavior" means, with regard to judicial terms.

In a democracy, government gets its power from what the majority of the citizens want. the president or prime minister. Congress or Parliament. what the minority of the citizens want.

what the majority of the citizens want.

When might workers be exempt from paying income taxes? when they are injured on the job when they make too much money when they don't earn enough money when they are laid off by a company

when they don't earn enough money

Hitler can be described as a fanatical despot because he was supported by millions of young people. enjoyed giving lengthy and compelling speeches. was determined to improve his country. worshiped force and despised persuasion.

worshiped force and despised persuasion.

Which group has the lowest voter-participation rate? African Americans young adults women military personnel

young adults