How are historical law codes reflected in the United States today?

The United States has a written set of laws that all citizens must follow.

Which idea is from the Magna Carta? Options: The people should have the right to replace the government. The government should give people a fair and speedy trial. The people should support a strong central government. The government should have a separation of powers.

The government should give people a fair and speedy trial.

Based on the timeline of events in the American colonies, which conclusion can be drawn about English policies for colonial rule?

English policies were unable to peacefully resolve the growing political tensions in the colonies.

How did the actions described in the Declaration of Independence affect the colonists? He has called together legislative bodies at places unusual, uncomfortable, and distant . . . He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly . . .

Colonists were unable to participate in their government.

Which statement completes this diagram? (SS.7.CG.1.6, MODERATE) Options: It is the role of government to determine natural rights., It is the role of government to protect natural rights., People establish natural rights., People possess natural rights.

It is the role of government to protect natural rights.

Which statement describes a major weakness under the Articles of Confederation?

The central government lacked the authority to govern effectively.

How did the U.S. Constitution solve a problem created by the Articles of Confederation?

It enabled the federal government to collect taxes.

What is the purpose of the passage: We the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, ensure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, 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. ?

to establish the goals and purposes of government

During the ratification process, which complaint did the Anti-Federalists have with the U.S. Constitution?

It failed to protect individual rights.

What title completes this table about views on government? Options: Patriots vs. Loyalists, Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists, New Jersey Plan vs. Virginia Plan, Articles of Confederation vs. U.S. Constitution

Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

How does a federal system of government differ from a unitary system?

States hold some government powers in a federal system.

Which scenario describes a confederal system of government? Government A has a strong central government, with a legislative branch and an executive branch led by a prime minister and ministers of state. In Government A, there are 47 states, however the states are not independent. They rely on the central government for funding. Government B is a partnership between 28 countries. Everything that happens between partner countries is based on treaties that are voluntarily agreed upon by all members. Government C has an elected president, National Congress and Supreme Court. It also has states that have their own constitutions and executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The central government and states share power. Government D has a federal president and a federal chancellor. Legislative power is divided between a nationally elected parliament and a legislative body that represents governments of the regional states. In Government D, the states are also broken into government districts for additional regional governance.

Government B is a partnership between 28 countries. Everything that happens between partner countries is based on treaties that are voluntarily agreed upon by all members.

Which statement describes separation of powers? (SS.7.CG.1.9) Options: Civil servants are not subject to political pressure. Presidential power is not subject to congressional oversight. Civilian authorities have control over the branches of the military. Political authority is divided among the branches of the government.

Political authority is divided among the branches of the government.

Which statement describes the intent of checks and balances?

No branch of government can become too powerful.

Why do both the U.S. President and the U.S. Senate have the power to approve judges to the federal courts?

to ensure that the branches work together

Which question completes the list of constitutional requirements to run for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives? Options: Which state is the candidate a resident of?, Does the candidate have a college degree?, Does the candidate have a political background?, Which branch of the U.S. Armed Forces is the candidate a veteran of?

Which state is the candidate a resident of?

Which action completes the flow chart in the process of a bill becoming a state law? Options: The bill is sent to committee for study., The bill is sent to the governor for support., The bill is published in newspapers for comment., The bill is reviewed by a judge for constitutionality.

The bill is sent to committee for study.

Which statement completes the diagram describing a political process? Options: The Senate votes to confirm or deny the appointment., The federal courts vote to confirm or deny the appointment., The state governors vote to confirm or deny the appointment., The House of Representatives votes to confirm or deny the appointment.

The Senate votes to confirm or deny the appointment.

What role does the Cabinet serve at the federal level?

It advises the president on national issues and assists in operating the government.

Which executive authority can be exercised by both the Florida Governor and a mayor in Florida?

Both enforce laws in their jurisdictions.

Which characteristic completes the diagram comparing the U.S. Supreme Court and the Florida Supreme Court?

Lower court decisions may be reviewed on appeal

Based on the 10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which powers are reserved for state governments or individual citizens?

all powers not delegated to the national government by the Constitution

Which is an obligation owed by local governments to their citizens? Options: the operation of public school districts, the establishment of statewide curricular requirements, the provision of professional certification requirements for teachers, the setting of national economic policies to promote full employment

the operation of public school districts

Which is an example of a reserved power? Options: the power to collect taxes, the power to establish post offices, the power to educate young citizens, the power to declare war on foreign enemies

the power to educate young citizens

Which is guaranteed by the "Supremacy Clause" of the U.S. Constitution?

the supremacy of federal over state law

If a power is not listed or implied for the federal government, it is reserved for

The states under the 10 Amendment

How does the system of federalism limit the power of the national government?

by reserving some of the powers of government to the states

What do enumerated and concurrent powers have in common?

They are both types of powers that the national government can exercise.

What do the constitutions of the United States and Florida have in common?

They both include the separation of powers.

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How has the excerpt affected society in the United States? The President, Vice President and all civil Officers of the United States, shall be removed from Office on Impeachment for, and Conviction of, Treason, Bribery, or other high Crimes and Misdemeanors.

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No one is outside the law.

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SS.7.CG.1.11

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What was the significance of Thomas Paine’s pamphlet Common Sense?

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It was an influential work calling for independence from Great Britain.

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SS.7.CG.1.3

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Which document was an agreement by early American settlers that provided for self-government?

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The Mayflower Compact

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SS.7.CG.1.3

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Which characteristic serves as a long-term protection against tyranny and is a foundation of liberty in the United States?

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the rule of law

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SS.7.CG.1.11

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Which community action demonstrates the Judeo-Christian influence in the United States today? Options: babysitting for a neighbor, attending a town hall meeting, cleaning up a local playground, becoming informed before voting

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cleaning up a local playground

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SS.7.CG.1.1

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Which principle of the Roman Republic inspired the Framers of the U.S. Constitution to distinguish the role of lawmaking from the role of enforcing the law? (SS.7.CG.1.1, Low) Options: voting rights, civic participation, separation of powers, representative government

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separation of powers

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What was a motivation for safeguarding natural rights in the U.S. Constitution?

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to uphold the social contract

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SS.7.CG.1.2

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