Understanding Our Government and History

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Each branch of government has its own powers and makes sure no other branch gets too strong. What is this system called?

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checks and balances

Front

Can the police search the soccer player's teammate's house for the watch? Why or why not?

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No, the 4th Amendment protects the teammate from being searched without permission.

Front

Who was an important leader at the Constitutional Convention?

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James Madison

Front

What can we conclude from the information in the chart? Options: If Congress declares war, there will not be an army to fight. If Congress makes a law about trade, it must include taxes. If Congress creates a treaty, all delegates must agree. If Congress has an agreement with other nations, it needs a treaty.

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If Congress has an agreement with other nations, it needs a treaty.

Front

How did the Great Compromise help protect all citizens?

Back

It created three branches of government: legislative, executive, and judicial.

Front

What is a power that both the federal and state governments share?

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establishing courts

Front

What title best fits the diagram? Options: Factors Leading to the Trail of Tears, Causes of the French and Indian War, Issues Settled by the Great Compromise, Reasons for the Lewis and Clark Expedition

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Factors Leading to the Trail of Tears

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How did westward expansion affect American Indians?

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They had to change their way of life.

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In 1849, Sam ran a general store in a quiet town. His town became popular, and people wanted pickaxes and pans. Where did Sam most likely live?

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California

Front

What was the major physical barrier that made westward expansion hard? Options: Great Plains, Death Valley, Rocky Mountains, Appalachian Mountains

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Rocky Mountains