Understanding Martial Law and Federal Intervention

Understanding Martial Law and Federal Intervention

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What question does the video raise about the current situation in Los Angeles?

Is this the beginning of martial law in America?

Is Los Angeles the safest city in America?

Will the protests in Los Angeles end soon?

Is the military planning to leave Los Angeles?

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did President Trump deploy National Guard troops and Marines to Los Angeles?

To support local leaders in their efforts

In response to federal immigration raids and protests

To conduct military training exercises

To celebrate a national holiday

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal provision allows the president to federalize the National Guard?

The Civil Rights Act

The First Amendment

Title 10, Section 12406

The National Security Act

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event is mentioned as the last time federal troops were sent into a state without approval?

The Vietnam War

The American Revolution

The Civil Rights Movement in 1965

The Great Depression

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What act is supposed to prevent federal troops from acting like police on American soil?

The Posse Comitatus Act

The Patriot Act

The Homeland Security Act

The Civil Liberties Act

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of normalizing military involvement in domestic policy?

It strengthens local governance

It makes future military involvement easier to justify

It reduces federal power

It has no impact on democratic norms

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the emotional impact on communities in Los Angeles due to the military presence?

No change in daily life

Improved community relations

Increased sense of security

Heightened fear and anxiety

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