U.S. History Final Exam Review

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What is Federalism?

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The form of government where power is divided between the national government and states.

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Why are checks and balances important?

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They keep the government from becoming too powerful

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Which one of these is NOT a freedom protected by the 1st Amendment? Speech, Religion, Assembly, Arms

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Arms

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Under the 4th Amendment, people cannot be searched without:

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a warrant and probable cause

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According to this excerpt from the Constitution, what is the 6th amendment? Options: The right to remain silent (no self incrimination), Freedom from cruel and unjust punishment, The right to a speedy and public trial, The right to a lawyer

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The right to a speedy and public trial

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According to this political cartoon, what could be gathered about modern political parties?

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Democrats and Republicans are so divided, what's best for the people gets lost in the debate

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What best describes Conservative ideology? Options: High taxes, big government; Low taxes, big government; High taxes, small government; Low taxes, small government

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Low taxes, small government

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What best describes Liberal ideology? Options: High taxes, big government; Low taxes, big government; High taxes, small government; Low taxes, small government

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High taxes, big government

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What is the Legislative branch's role?

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Create the laws

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Who has the power of the purse in the Legislative branch?

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House of Representatives