Review AP Government Content

What was a key lesson from Shays’ Rebellion?

• A strong government was needed to keep order

• The monarchy should be restored

• The Articles were too strong

• States should be independent

Which of the following is an example of separation of powers?

• Congress declares war and creates laws

• President writes laws

• Supreme Court commands the military

• States enforce federal laws

What is the main purpose of dividing responsibility between branches of government?

• To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful

• To speed up decision making

• To eliminate the need for elections

• To increase presidential power

Which of the following best describes the Articles of Confederation?

• Created a weak central government

• Established a strong executive

• United the states under a monarchy

• Abolished state governments

What is one reason the Articles of Confederation were replaced?

• They created a weak central government

• They gave too much power to the president

• They abolished state governments

• They established a monarchy

What does the separation of church and state ensure?

• Government does not establish or favor a religion

• Only one religion is allowed

• Religious leaders run the government

• Churches make laws

What is the role of the House in the impeachment process?

• Acts as jury

• Brings charges

• Grants pardons

• Enforces decisions

What is a grant given to states for a specific purpose called?

• Block grant

• Categorical grant

• Mandate

• Devolution grant

Why are factions considered undesirable in Federalist #10?

• They promote unity

• They can lead to instability and conflict

• They are always controlled by the government

• They have no influence on politics

Which of the following is a restriction placed on individuals regarding PAC donations?

• They cannot donate more than $5,000 per year to a PAC

• They must donate at least $1,000 per year

• They can only donate to one PAC per year

• They can donate unlimited amounts