Civics Review

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Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution in the past 200 years?

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The process of adding amendments is very complex

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This phrase best refers to: failed policies made by foreign officials, grievances in the Declaration of Independence, national problems caused by outdated laws, weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation

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weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation

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How can a citizen help ensure the rights of an accused person?

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serving on a jury

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Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

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It addresses local needs and serves the public good

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The local government in Virginia most likely created this law in order to: promote public health, support federal laws, protect consumer rights, regulate land use.

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promote public health

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Which phrase completes this diagram? Options: state population, the number of political districts, voter registration, the number of state senators

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state population

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The principle of federalism gives governmental power to

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the national and state governments

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The powers of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the following options: Virginia Circuit Court, Constitution of Virginia, United States Attorney General, Constitution of the United States.

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Constitution of Virginia

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Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county? Options: 8 A.M., 9 A.M., 10 A.M., 11 A.M.

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10 A.M.

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Who is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia? Options: Alyssa, Ranjan, Carla, Rick

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Ranjan