US Government Principles and Cases Quiz

<p>It established the principle of judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It prohibited slavery in new territories west of the Ohio River. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Certain individual rights. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shay's Rebellion. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>8th Amendment - Protection against Cruel and Unusual Punishment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It prohibits the government from establishing a national religion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>George Mason (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5th Amendment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>9 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Must have served in the military (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To advise the President and implement policies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>538 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Senate is based on equal representation, while the House is based on proportional representation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Senate has unlimited debate, while the House has limited debate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Declaring laws unconstitutional (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By declaring executive orders unconstitutional (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Immigration policy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Federal government (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It established the principle of judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Post office (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The power to govern comes from the people. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fifth Amendment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Issuing drivers' licenses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It makes the U.S. Constitution the supreme law of the land. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They feared a strong central government could lead to tyranny. (A), They wanted to maintain the Articles of Confederation. (C), They believed the Constitution did not adequately protect individual rights. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Virginia Plan favored proportional representation, while the New Jersey Plan favored equal representation for each state. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tariffs would protect American industries from foreign competition. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The establishment of a national bank. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Political parties emerged organically as a result of Americans holding similar views on political issues. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Testimonial (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They support minimal government intervention in all aspects of life. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They tend to hold views somewhere between the left and right of the political spectrum. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Support for social safety net programs and environmental protection. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Federalists argued that the Bill of Rights was unnecessary, while Anti-Federalists believed it was essential to protect individual liberties. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transfer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To resolve the dispute between large and small states regarding representation in Congress. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Exaggerating or distorting a candidate's past actions or statements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tariffs would increase the cost of goods imported from Europe, hurting their economy. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To organize and mobilize citizens around shared political interests. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Democratic Party (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To amend the Articles of Confederation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It gave them equal representation in the national legislature. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To determine the number of representatives each state would have in Congress. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allowed Congress to make laws as needed to carry out its enumerated powers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To ensure individual liberties were protected. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To give more power to the larger states. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Democrats favor more government intervention in the economy, while Republicans favor less intervention. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The National Rifle Association (NRA) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To define the roles and powers of the government. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the supreme law of the land, taking precedence over any other law. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shays' Rebellion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It made it legal to capture and return escaped slaves to their owners. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It means that the candidate who wins the most votes in a state wins all of that state's electoral votes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The 'winner-takes-all' system awards all electoral votes to the candidate who wins the popular vote in a state, while the proportional system allocates electoral votes based on the percentage of votes received by each candidate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stronger environmental regulations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Power is divided between a national government and state governments. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An unwritten agreement where citizens give up certain rights for government protection.

The division of government powers among three branches: Executive, Judicial, Legislative.

A court's ruling that sets an example for future cases, which can be changed later.

A representative elected to advocate for a state in decision-making.

System ensuring no government branch becomes too powerful by distributing powers.

Specific powers given only to the Federal Government, outlined in Article 1, Section 8.

Legal framework passed allowing U.S. expansion west with specific state slavery rules.

To change or ratify text, often referring to the Constitution.

To unite the colonies after the American Revolution and prevent a dictatorship.

Supporters of the Constitution, advocating for a strong central government.

Opponents of the Constitution, favoring a Bill of Rights and state power.

First ten amendments to the Constitution, aimed at protecting citizens' rights.

Established a bicameral legislature with equal representation and representation based on population.

Proposed a bicameral legislature with representation based on population.

Proposed a unicameral legislature with equal representation for each state.

Disagreement over tariffs and slavery; North favored tariffs while South relied on slavery.

To help candidates get elected by fundraising and representing shared ideologies.

Techniques like testimonials and mudslinging used in political campaigns.

Support for pro-choice policies, government welfare programs, and higher taxes for the wealthy.

Support for pro-life policies, reduced government welfare, and lower taxes.

Supports pro-choice, social equality, and government intervention for good.

Pro-business, emphasizes defense, and anti-government intervention.

Liberal party advocating for environmental regulations and anti-war policies.

The right to not answer questions until an attorney is present, protected by the 5th Amendment.

A legal principle that prohibits a person from being tried twice for the same crime, protected by the 5th Amendment.

The right of the government to take private property for public use with compensation, protected by the 5th Amendment.

Part of the 8th Amendment that safeguards individuals from unreasonable financial punishments.

A 1st Amendment provision allowing individuals to practice their religion freely, without unduly harming others individuals' rights.

A representation system where government representation is based on population.

A compromise that counted each slave as 3/5 of a person for population purposes.

Allows government to create laws needed to carry out its powers.

A law permitting the capture and return of escaped slaves to their owners.

A body that elects the President, with electoral votes based on state populations.

Organizations focused on specific issues that support candidates aligned with their interests.

A governmental structure where power is divided between federal and state levels.

The foundational legal document outlining the structure and powers of government created in 1789.

The principle that no law can contradict the Constitution, which is the ultimate authority.

An uprising led by Daniel Shays protesting economic injustices and weak government under the Articles of Confederation.

The 1787 meeting originally intended to amend the Articles of Confederation, leading to the creation of the Constitution.

The first governing document of the US, created to establish a loose association among states.

The Supreme Court has 9 justices, including the chief justice, who serve for life unless they resign or die.

The power of the Supreme Court to determine if laws or executive actions are constitutional.

The president can serve a maximum of 2 elected terms of 4 years each.

The Senate consists of 100 members, with each state having 2 senators elected for 6-year terms.

The House has 435 representatives, with members elected every 2 years based on state population.

The Legislative Branch can override vetoes and approve judges, providing checks on the Executive and Judicial branches.

The principle that the government's power comes from the consent of the governed, through voting.

Established the Supreme Court's authority to review and invalidate Federal laws, asserting judicial power.

The Constitution is the highest law of the land, overriding state laws.

The head of the Supreme Court, currently John Roberts, who leads the Court's proceedings.

The president's cabinet consists of 15 members advising on specific fields and implementing policy.

Senators must be at least 30 years old and citizens for at least 9 years.

Members must be at least 25 years old and citizens for at least 7 years.

The Legislative Branch can impeach federal officials, holding them accountable for misconduct.