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Civics Final Exam

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When discussing citizenship, what does the word ALIEN refer to? A non-citizen
The agreement about how to represent slaves in America was called what? THe three-fifths compromise
Who was the author of the declaration of independence? Thomas Jefferson
What is an IMPLIED POWER? A power that is not explicitly stated in the constitution.
To run as a senator you have to be how many years old? representative? president? 30 yrs for senator, 25 for rep, 35 4 pres.
how many members make up our congress today? 535
what is the term for ignoring a bill and letting it die? pidgeonholing
What does the term JURISDICTION mean? the supreme's power to hear and decide a case
The main job of the vice president is _______ What other position does he hold TAking over presidential duties if the president can't. Senate leader.
the idea that a nation's power is based on its wealth is called what? merchantilism
What three choices do we maked based on resources? What to produce, how to produce and for whom to produce
Monarchy A govt with a hereditary ruler (king or queen)
The four factors of production are: natural resources, capitol, entreprenuers and labor
What is a concurrent power? power that is both federal and state
what principle does american citizens abide by majority rules
Who signed the magna carta? King john of england
Define Lassez-faire economics. Economy that allows no govt interference in the marketplace.
The four functions of govt are make laws, keep order, provide security and services and guide the community.
Social contract an agreement of society to give freedom for govt protection
the first written form of govt or constitution in the american colonies was called what? The Mayflower Contract
The philadelphia (or constitutional) convention was held in what year? 1774
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