SemB_Review_Part1

Front

Which system of government did the Constitutional Convention create for the United States?

Back

Democratic Republic

Front

Which Enlightenment idea is found in the U.S. Declaration of Independence?

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Natural Rights

Front

According to the Declaration of Independence, what condition is sufficient cause for people to form a new government?

Back

Government becomes oppressive to its citizens.

Front

Which action is protected by the U.S. Bill of Rights?

Back

Writing a letter of complaint to an elected official

Front

Which constitutional amendment protects U.S. citizens from unreasonable search and seizure?

Back

Fourth Amendment

Front

Which constitutional amendment protects U.S. citizens from excessive bail or fines, as well as prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?

Back

Eighth Amendment

Front

What is federalism?

Back

A division of power between the national and state governments

Front

What does U.S. Congress have the power to do?

Back

Coin money and declare war.

Front

Differences in congressional representation between the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives?

Back

Each state has two Senators; the number of House Representatives is based on state populations.

Front

Which level of government has primary responsibility for managing elections, regulating marriages, and setting high school graduation requirements?

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State government