The role of the president has evolved over time because

the needs of the nation have changed.

When campaign workers are canvassing neighborhoods, one of their goals is to

identify voters who will support their candidate.

Which statement best describes how the media influence policy development?

The media inform the public, who can then give their opinions to policymakers.

Which correctly describes the current gender gap in voter turnout?

the difference in voting choices by men and by women

Regulatory policies protect consumers by

overseeing and limiting businesses.

Which quotation from the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence supports the idea that the United States is based on a social contract?

“Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.”

Why was it decided to lower the voting age to 18 from 21?

It was unusual that 18-year-olds could be drafted but could not vote.

In a direct primary, voters

vote for a nominee themselves, not through a delegate.

An inference that can be drawn from the Supremacy Clause is that

federal laws are superior to state laws.

Original jurisdiction refers to

the Supreme Court’s authority to hear a case for the first time.

Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying?

It offers advantages to those with money.

The chart shows the 112th U.S. Congress (2011–2012).

lack sufficient votes to pass a law.

What happened to Dollree Mapp after her case went to the Supreme Court?

Her conviction was overturned because the search of her home had been done illegally.

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Question	Answer
Who would the president most likely ask for advice about reforming labor practices?	a cabinet member
The role of the president has evolved over time because	the needs of the nation have changed.
Writing a state constitution is an example of	a reserved power.
When campaign workers are canvassing neighborhoods, one of their goals is to	identify voters who will support their candidate.
Which key idea in the Constitution creates a division of power between national and state governments?	federalism
Which statement best describes how the media influence policy development?	The media inform the public, who can then give their opinions to policymakers.
Which correctly describes the current gender gap in voter turnout?	the difference in voting choices by men and by women
According to the Constitution, the judicial branch of the federal government is headed by	the Supreme Court
The concept of the Great Society was created by which president?	Johnson
Regulatory policies protect consumers by	overseeing and limiting businesses.
Which quotation from the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence supports the idea that the United States is based on a social contract?	“Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.”
The Judiciary Act of 1789 gave powers to the judicial branch that went beyond what the Constitution outlined. Because of this, the act	was ruled unconstitutional.
How did Enlightenment thinkers approach the study of government?	by taking a secular view
How are independent executive agencies different from cabinet executive agencies?	They are more specialized.
Why was it decided to lower the voting age to 18 from 21?	It was unusual that 18-year-olds could be drafted but could not vote.
Which was an area of weakness in the federal government under the Articles of Confederation?	regulatory power
In a direct primary, voters	vote for a nominee themselves, not through a delegate.
An inference that can be drawn from the Supremacy Clause is that	federal laws are superior to state laws.
✔ Natural rights are basic rights to which all humans are entitled.
Original jurisdiction refers to	the Supreme Court’s authority to hear a case for the first time.
What type of school does the term “higher education” refer to?	graduate schools
The first step in approving the Constitution involved sending it to	the states.
Which of these is a negative impact of lobbying?	It offers advantages to those with money.
The chart shows the 112th U.S. Congress (2011–2012).	lack sufficient votes to pass a law.
What happened to Dollree Mapp after her case went to the Supreme Court?	Her conviction was overturned because the search of her home had been done illegally.

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