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Which of the following historical documents is NOT directly related to the principles of American democracy?
Which of the following historical documents is NOT directly related to the principles of American democracy?
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Which branch of the US government is responsible for interpreting the constitutionality of laws?
Which branch of the US government is responsible for interpreting the constitutionality of laws?
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Which of the following amendments to the US Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms?
Which of the following amendments to the US Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms?
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Which historical event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?
Which historical event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?
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Which of the following is NOT a principle of American democracy?
Which of the following is NOT a principle of American democracy?
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Principles of American Democracy
Principles of American Democracy
Core ideas that underpin the U.S. political system, such as liberty and equality.
Branches of Government
Branches of Government
The three divisions of government: Executive, Legislative, and Judicial.
Rights
Rights
Fundamental freedoms guaranteed to individuals by the Constitution.
Historical Events
Historical Events
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Documents
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Study Notes
American Government
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Principles of American Democracy
- What is the importance of the rule of law?
- What do the governments do?
- What are the characteristics of a good government?
- The different branches of government in the first few words of the Constitution. What are these words?
- What is in the Constitution?
- What are the amendments?
- What is meant by the first ten amendments?
- What are the rights to freedom from the first amendment?
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System of Governance
- How many branches does the Constitution have?
- Name each branch of government.
- What is the role of each branch?
- What major branch of government has inherent power?
- What are the changes in the overall structure?
- What is the role of the federal government?
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Structure of Government
- What are the U.S. Houses of Representative?
- When and why was the U.S. Constitution created?
- How many senators does the U.S. have?
- How are the representatives elected?
- How is the president elected?
- What are the qualifications for the presidency?
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Executive Power
- What does the President's cabinet do?
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Political Issues and Problems
- What are the major political issues?
- What are the major U.S. social issues?
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Declaration of Independence
- What is the Declaration of Independence?
- When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
- What are the key rights in the Declaration of Independence?
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Government Actions
- What did the U.S. do in World War II?
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Geographic Regions/Locations
- What are the geographic regions in the U.S.?
- Name the capital of the United States.
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Holidays and Observances
- What are the major holidays in the U.S.?
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Citizenship/Immigration
- What are the requirements to become a U.S. citizen?
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Rights and Responsibilities
- What are the responsibilities that citizens have?
- What are the rights that are guaranteed to American citizens?
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This quiz covers key concepts of American democracy, including the rule of law, the roles of various branches of government, and the Constitution. Test your knowledge on the amendments, freedoms, and the overall structure of U.S. governance. Understand the foundational principles that guide the American political system.
