Government EOC Flashcardizz

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How does the census impact Congress and the Electoral College?

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It determines the # of seats given to each state in the HOR.

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The difficulty surrounding the amendment process has resulted in:

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Very few changes being made throughout history

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Which level of the federal court system has original jurisdiction in most cases? Options: US District Courts, US Courts of Appeal, US Supreme Court, Federal Circuit Court of Appeals

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US District Courts

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Which Congressional check on the President is most rarely used? Options: Confirming Supreme Court Justices, Overriding presidential vetos, Confirming ambassadors, Impeachment

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Impeachment

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Why is it important for people to know who is paying lobbyists?

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It lets everyone know where the influence is coming from.

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What is the purpose of having laws surrounding the inspection of food products?

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To protect the health & safety of consumers

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Which document includes federalism, separation of powers, and individual rights? Options: Magna Carta, United States Constitution, Declaration of Independence, English Bill of Rights

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United States Constitution

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Why were Political Action Committees (PACs) created?

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So labor unions and corporations could get around campaign finance laws

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What is the best way for an interest group to achieve its goal?

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Successfully lobby elected officials

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Which of the following is an exclusive responsibility of the federal government? Options: Enforcing laws, Maintaining roads, Establishing schools, Declaring war

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Declaring war