Semester 1 Review

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Which of the following is a key difference between the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution regarding the structure of the national government? The Articles of Confederation established a unicameral legislature, while the Constitution created a bicameral legislature.

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The Articles of Confederation established a unicameral legislature, while the Constitution created a bicameral legislature.

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Consider the perspective of Anti-Federalist Patrick Henry in the context of the US Constitution. "The liberties of a people never were, nor ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them." — *Patrick Henry, 1788* What was one of Henry's main concerns about the US Constitution?

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He was concerned that it would establish a government too powerful, risking the erosion of individual freedoms.

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Given the Democratic Party victory in 1976, which factor most likely caused the result seen in 1980? Options: formation of new voting districts, effects of population shifts, establishment of strict voting laws, dissatisfaction with the incumbent

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dissatisfaction with the incumbent

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Which event most likely caused the changes shown on this graph? Options: the creation of majority-minority districts after each census, a shift to Republican power within the House of Representatives, the extension of certain provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a mandate by the Chief Executive for a revision of affirmative action

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the creation of majority-minority districts after each census

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What is an example of the federal government violating the 10th Amendment: "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."?

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Imposing federal regulations on education.

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What role did the Atlantic Ocean play in the development of the original 13 Colonies?

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The Atlantic Ocean facilitated trade, transportation, and economic prosperity for the colonies.

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How did the geography of the original 13 Colonies influence the ideals of democracy, particularly in terms of elected officials and decision-making?

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The geography promoted the idea of Representation and Federalism.

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Which would be the best research question for a project on crime rates? Options: What are the historical crime rates in rural areas? How do crime rates affect local businesses? What is the average age of criminals in different regions? How can crime rates be reduced?

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How can crime rates be reduced?

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Ava has completed her research project on crime rates. She wants to share her findings, which include a lot of charts and images, with an audience of over 100 people. Which would be the best way to do this?

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Create a presentation using PowerPoint or Google Slides.

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Which governing document allowed for ...
States can make their own currency
Each state can choose if it wants to support the military.
Unanimous votes are required to amend the governing document.

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Articles of Confederation