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The concept of checks and balances ensures that

  • Only one branch of government maintains power over the others.
  • Each branch of government does not have power over the others. (correct)
  • No branch has a separate power from the others. (correct)
  • Each branch of government has power over the others. (correct)

What impact did the passage of the Seventeenth Amendment have on American citizens?

  • It gave citizens the right to elect their members of the US Senate. (correct)
  • It gave citizens the power to reject laws they deemed unfair.
  • It gave citizens the opportunity to remove an official from office.
  • It gave citizens the power to propose or change laws.

Judeo-Christian principles helped influence government in

  • The United States. (correct)
  • Sparta.
  • The Roman Republic.
  • Athens.

In the 1700s, the concept of individualism was so important for Americans that

<p>The Declaration of Independence guaranteed natural rights. (B), Rights were added to the Constitution in the Bill of Rights. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Roman Empire is an early example of a __________.

<p>Republic (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the Civil War, Robert E. Lee decided to invade Union territory in order to

<p>Protect the Confederate capital. (A), Draw Union troops away from Vicksburg. (B), Remove Union pressure in Virginia. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Checks and Balances

  • Ensures that no single branch of government has unilateral power over the others
  • Promotes accountability and limits potential abuse of power within the government

Seventeenth Amendment

  • Grants citizens the right to directly elect their U.S. Senators
  • Strengthens democratic participation by empowering voters in the legislative process

Judeo-Christian Principles

  • Influential in shaping the government of the United States
  • Provided ethical and moral foundations that impacted American laws and governance

Individualism in the 1700s

  • Considered essential for Americans; led to the addition of rights in the Bill of Rights
  • The push for individual rights culminated in constitutional guarantees to protect personal liberties

Roman Empire Government Type

  • An early example of a Republic, characterized by elected representatives and an organized government
  • Highlighted the transition from monarchic systems to forms of governance emphasizing civic participation

Robert E. Lee's Civil War Strategy

  • Invaded Union territory primarily to alleviate pressure on Virginia
  • Aimed to protect the Confederate capital and create advantageous conditions for Confederate forces

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