10/21 Ch 2 Vocab #9-17 Flashcard

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What is the primary focus of the No Child Left Behind Act of 2002?

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Accountability and standardized testing in education

Front

Which document discusses the separation of powers and checks and balances to prevent tyranny?

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Federalist No. 51

Front

What is the Great (Connecticut) Compromise known for?

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Creating a bicameral Congress with proportional and equal representation

Front

What is the process called when federal officials are charged with wrongdoing for trial in the Senate?

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Impeachment

Front

Which proposal called for equal state representation in a unicameral legislature?

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New Jersey Plan

Front

What is the term for the president's ability to veto a bill by taking no action while Congress is adjourned?

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Pocket veto

Front

What does the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015 provide to states?

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Flexibility in setting education standards

Front

What is the purpose of the Race to the Top program?

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To incentivize states to implement education reforms

Front

What is the formal approval process of the Constitution or amendments by the states called?

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Ratification

Front

Which law was enacted in 2002 focusing on accountability and standardized testing in education?

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No Child Left Behind