Civics Final Part 2
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| Which phrase in the Declaration of Independence supported the idea of popular sovereignty? | Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their powers from the consent of the governed”
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| What are 3 ways that Article VI is known as the “Supremacy Clause” | • Federal law takes precedence
• If state law is in conflict with the Constitution, the Constitution prevails
• The Constitution is “Supreme law of the land”
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| What were 3 ways the Constitution solved problems of the Articles of Confederation? | • Change Congress to a 2 house legislature
• Added Executive branch to enforce laws
• Added Judicial branch to interpret laws
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| The idea of popular sovereignty means; | Governments are created by the people, governments must have the consent of the governed
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| Which principle of American democracy reflects John Locke’s idea of a “social contract”? | Popular sovereignty or consent of governed
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| How did the Great Compromise assign representatives? | Equal representation in Senate, House of Reps represented by population.
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| How can a bill become a law even after the President vetoes it? | Congress overrides with a 2/3rd vote
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| Which type of foreign policy promotes a prosperous economic relationship with China? | Promoting International Trade
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| How would a down turn in Canada’s economy affect the US economy? | Lead to a decrease in US exports to Canada
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| According to this chart, what are the opportunity costs of working 4 hours at your job? | Making a D in economics class
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| When the FED halts its purchase of bonds, how is it manipulating the economy? | Decreasing the money supply
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| Supply and demand exists in a _____ competition. One supplier controls prices in a ____ competition. | Perfect / monopolistic
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| What are 3 benefits of competition? | • Keeps prices low
• Keeps cost of production low
• Keeps quality of products high
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| What is the main reason for China’s recent economic growth? | Moving towards free market privatization
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| Which phases of the business cycle does unemployment decrease and GDP increase? | Expansionary, recovery and economic growth periods.
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| What type of loan would a first time borrower most likely have to apply for? | Secured loan with collateral
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| What legal action can citizens do to protest a new prison being built? | Petition and speaking at public hearing
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| The slogan “Change we believe in” Is using which type of propaganda? | Glittering Generality
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| Why is the USA considered a two party system? | A 3rd party candidate has never won as President
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| Because of decrease in Louisiana’s population, what will it have less of for the 2016 Presidential election? | Electors in the Electoral College
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| Requirements to run for the following offices: Senator, President, Chief Justice, U.S. Ambassador. | • President: 35 or older. Live in USA for last 14 years
• Senator: 30 years old. Live in is for last 9 years.
• Chief Justice: No election, they are appointed.
• U.S. Ambassador: No election, they are appointed.
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| What was the key ruling in the Tinker vs Des Moines Supreme Court Case? | Wearing armbands to express opinions is a form of “free speech”
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| How can a government improve the economy during a recession? | Invest money into road building & public works.
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| What are two things payroll tax pays for? | Social Security and Medicare
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| Why don’t local businesses pay for services such as libraries, schools, hospitals and parks? | Local, state and federal government pays for with taxes.
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| What are some reserved powers for States? | • Administering welfare programs
• Incorporating companies
• Establishing public and charter schools
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