Government and Constitutional Knowledge Flashcard

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Why did the framers of the constitution include the amendments?

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To allow for flexibility and change.

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What are Aristotle’s classifications of government?

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Democracy, Oligarchy, Monarchy.

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What are the 3 ways the United States expanded its territory?

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Purchase, War, Treaty.

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What are the 4 characteristics of a state (country)?

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Population, Territory, Sovereignty, Government.

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What are the rights protected by the first amendment?

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Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.

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What is the purpose of the Constitution?

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To establish the framework of government and protect individual rights.

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Define 'Sovereignty'.

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The authority of a state to govern itself or another state.

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What is a 'Democracy'?

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A system of government in which the citizens exercise power directly or elect representatives.

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What is 'Oligarchy'?

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A form of power structure in which power resides in the hands of a small number of people.

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What is 'Monarchy'?

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A form of government with a monarch at the head.