7th Grade S.S. - MTR

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What is a concurring opinion?

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An opinion written by a Supreme Court justice who agrees with the majority decision, but for different or additional reasons.

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What does the War Powers Act do?

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It limits the power of Presidential executive orders by setting a 60-day limit on sending troops into a hostile situation without the approval of Congress.

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What do red states represent on electoral college maps?

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Red states represent states won by the Republican candidate.

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What do blue states represent on electoral college maps?

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Blue states represent states won by the Democratic candidate.

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What is a census?

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An official count of the U.S. population that occurs every ten years and helps determine how congressional districts are drawn.

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Who are constituents?

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Citizens who are represented in government by officials they elect.

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What is the purpose of judicial review?

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To determine the constitutionality of laws and actions taken by the government.

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What is an executive order?

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A directive issued by the President of the United States to manage the operations of the federal government.

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What is a treaty?

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A formal agreement between two or more sovereign states.

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What is foreign policy?

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A government's strategy in dealing with other nations.