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What is one function of direct democracy in a state?
What was the purpose of the Massive Resistance laws in Virginia?
What is required for citizens to initiate a ballot measure in direct democracy?
What is a potential downside of using initiatives in direct democracy?
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What does the Double Jeopardy Clause protect individuals from?
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What do factions tend to do in a society according to James Madison?
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Which activity is NOT commonly associated with civic engagement?
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What significant legal precedent was set by Gideon vs Wainwright?
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What was the outcome of McElrath's crime against his adoptive mother?
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How did Gideon's inability to afford a lawyer affect his trial?
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What is the main danger of factions as described by Madison?
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What activity is a form of civic engagement?
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What did Gideon request during his trial that was denied?
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Study Notes
Factions
- James Madison argued that factions, groups of individuals with shared interests or opinions, are inevitable in societies where liberty and differing opinions exist.
- Factions can potentially work against the public interest.
- To control factions, either liberty must be restricted, or everyone must have the same interests and opinions.
Civic Engagement
- Civic engagement involves participating in activities to raise awareness about social or political causes.
- Examples include organizing marches, campaigning, attending debates, volunteering, and voting.
The Constitution
- The Constitution of the United States is the supreme law of the land.
Federalism
- Federalism divides power between a national government and state governments.
Civil Liberties
- The Sixth Amendment guarantees the right to counsel for defendants in state court, as established in Gideon v. Wainwright.
- The Double Jeopardy Clause of the Fifth Amendment prevents individuals from being tried for the same offense twice. In McElrath v. Georgia, the Court upheld this principle.
Civil Rights
- Massive Resistance was a set of laws passed in 1956 in Virginia to prevent the desegregation of public schools, following the Brown v. Board of Education ruling.
Public Opinion
- Public opinion is the collective attitudes and beliefs of the public.
- It can be measured through surveys and polls.
Voting and Elections
- Direct democracy gives citizens a direct say in government.
- Citizens can use initiatives to propose laws or constitutional amendments, referendums to approve or reject government decisions, and recalls to remove elected officials from office.
- While direct democracy can empower citizens, it can also be influenced by businesses and the wealthy.
Media
- The media plays a significant role in shaping public opinion.
- The media can be a source of information, a platform for political discourse, and a tool for political mobilization.
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Test your knowledge on essential concepts of civics, including the role of factions, civic engagement, and the structure of the Constitution. This quiz will also cover important amendments and the principles of federalism. Perfect for those wanting to understand the interactions between government and society.
