Question: How did the Great Compromise combine the New Jersey Plan and the Virginia Plan?
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It created two legislative chambers, but neither had the power to override state sovereignty. It created two legislative chambers, and representatives in both were to be elected by popular vote. It created one legislative chamber for state-based representation and one for population-based representation It created one legislative chamber for representatives from small states and one for representatives from large states.
Answer: C: “It created one legislative chamber for state-based representation and one for population-based representation”
Question: How did the Great Depression change the role of the executive branch in carrying out domestic policies?
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It led to the expansion of presidential power to effect social and economic change. It allowed the executive branch to nationalize financial institutions. It prevented the executive branch from intervening in financial crises. It led to a reduced influence of the president over congressional budgets.
Answer: A: “It led to the expansion of presidential power to effect social and economic change.”
Question: What is due process?
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The requirement that government has in place a fair procedure which it applies equally to all An agreement in which citizens consent to be governed so long as the government protects their rights An entitlement believed to be given by God that no government may take away A theory on how people might have lived before societies came into existence
Answer: A: “The requirement that government has in place a fair procedure which it applies equally to all”
Question: Which political idea emerged during the Enlightenment to describe the process by which citizens consent to be governed?
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Federal and state power Separation of powers Constitutional law Social contract theory
Answer: D: “Social contract theory”
Question: What indicates that members of the Senate are furthest from the demands and scrutiny of their constituents?
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Senators are not responsible for drafting legislation. Senators are more responsible to their campaign donors. Senators are responsible to fewer constituents than members of the House of Representatives. Senators serve six-year terms instead of two-year terms like representatives
Answer: D: “Senators serve six-year terms instead of two-year terms like representatives”
Question: Why was the national government underfunded under the Articles of Confederation?
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It could not get the funds requested from states to pay for its expenses. It was unable to require Great Britain to pay a war debt. It could not get foreign governments to pay back loans. It depleted funds by compensating colonists that supported the Revolution.
Answer: A: “It could not get the funds requested from states to pay for its expenses.”
Question: How does the debate process in the House differ from that in the Senate?
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Representatives may speak as long as they wish. Representatives must adhere to a set time limit for the entire debate. Representatives may discuss issues unrelated to the proposed legislation. Representatives may end the debate by voting on cloture.
Answer: B: “Representatives must adhere to a set time limit for the entire debate.”
Question: How does Congress override a presidential veto of a bill?
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By sending the proposed bill back to the floor for debate By obtaining a two-thirds vote in both chambers of Congress By obtaining a majority vote in both chambers of Congress By sending the proposed bill back to the House Rules Committee
Answer: B: “By obtaining a two-thirds vote in both chambers of Congress”
Question: Which description of federalism is accurate?
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A system of government operating on both national and local levels, each with its own realm of authority A system of government in which the states grant some authority to national leaders and agencies A system of government that acknowledges local leadership but allows the national government to override it as it wishes A system of government in which the national government reigns supreme over the country
Answer: A: “A system of government operating on both national and local levels, each with its own realm of authority”
Question: What were anti-federalists most concerned about when it came to the goals of federalists?
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Elite aristocrats would occupy the seats of power. Money for government activities would be inadequate. The United States would be unable to raise an army. The government would be hindered if it granted rights.
Answer: A: “Elite aristocrats would occupy the seats of power.”
Question: Which feature of the Articles of Confederation was damaging to more populous states?
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The Articles could not be changed without a unanimous vote from states. The national government could only collect money from states. The Articles enabled laws that interfered with domestic trade. Each state had the same number of votes in Congress.
Answer: D: “Each state had the same number of votes in Congress.”
Question: Which statement best describes the system of checks and balances in American government?
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The President may create laws that the House of Representatives can veto. Supreme Court candidates are appointed by the House of Representatives and are confirmed by the President. Judges are removed from office by impeachment initiated by the President and a conviction in the Senate. The Senate has the power to convict and remove the President from office.
Answer: D: “The Senate has the power to convict and remove the President from office.”
Question: Which entity is responsible for redrawing congressional district lines?
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The state legislature The U.S. Department of Justice The U.S. Congress The U.S. Supreme Court
Answer: A: “The state legislature”
Question: Why did the larger states oppose the New Jersey Plan?
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They wanted a “one state, one vote” standard for representation. They were expected to invest more funds into the government. They did not want term limitations for legislators. They wanted more legislators to represent their interests.
Answer: D: “They wanted more legislators to represent their interests.”
Question: What is a major reason the Anti-Federalists opposed the ratification of the Constitution?
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They wanted a government that was independent of the states. They wanted a government that was similar to a monarchy. They believed that a strong national government would protect the economy. They believed that a strong government would favor the rich.
Answer: D: “They believed that a strong government would favor the rich.”