UNIT 3 Review

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Which government principle is illustrated in this diagram?

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Separation of Powers

Answer explanation

The diagram illustrates the Separation of Powers, which divides government responsibilities into distinct branches to prevent any one branch from gaining too much power, ensuring a system of checks and balances.

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What was the purpose of the 10th Amendment?

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To limit the authority of the federal government

Answer explanation

The 10th Amendment was designed to limit the authority of the federal government by reserving powers not delegated to it for the states and the people, ensuring a balance of power.

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Which sentence completes the diagram? Options: People cannot be forced to be witnesses against themselves, Cruel and unusual punishment cannot be inflicted, Warrants cannot be issued unless probable cause is established, A defendant cannot be denied a speedy and public trial

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Cruel and unusual punishment cannot be inflicted

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Cruel and unusual punishment cannot be inflicted,' aligns with the Eighth Amendment, which protects against excessive penalties, making it the best fit to complete the diagram.

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Which of the following is an example of a Civic Duty? Reporting for Jury Duty, Volunteering for the food bank, Being a good person, Driving a car

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Reporting for Jury Duty

Answer explanation

Reporting for Jury Duty is a civic duty because it is a legal obligation for citizens to participate in the judicial process, ensuring a fair trial. The other options, while positive, do not constitute legal responsibilities.

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Which of the following best completes this illustration? Options: Free Enterprise System, Command Economics System, Federalism, Agricultural Industry

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Free Enterprise System

Answer explanation

The Free Enterprise System emphasizes individual choice and competition in the economy, making it the best fit for the illustration. In contrast, Command Economics System involves government control, which does not align with free enterprise principles.

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Which type of economy is best described by these characteristics? Free Enterprise, Command Economy, Mercantilism, Manufacturing Industry

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Free Enterprise

Answer explanation

A Free Enterprise economy is characterized by minimal government intervention, allowing individuals to make economic decisions. This aligns with the characteristics described, making it the best choice among the options.

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This diagram describes events in colonial America that are related to—

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the establishment of the principle of religious freedom

Answer explanation

The diagram highlights events that led to the establishment of religious freedom in colonial America, reflecting the importance of this principle in shaping early American values and governance.

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Back

Property

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Which motive best completes the diagram? Options: To promote free enterprise, To extend democracy, To expand empires, To found utopian communities

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To expand empires

Answer explanation

The motive "To expand empires" best completes the diagram as it reflects historical trends of imperialism, where nations sought to increase their power and territory, aligning with the context of the question.

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What is one main responsibility of a citizen in a representative government?

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To vote in elections

Answer explanation

In a representative government, one main responsibility of a citizen is to vote in elections. This allows citizens to choose their representatives and influence government decisions, making voting a fundamental civic duty.