Ohio EOC Government Review

Front

Describe how government in the United States reflects a federal structure.

Back

The US has different levels of government (national, state and local) with most power being held at the national level.

Front

Which branch enforces (also called executing or carrying out) laws?

Back

executive

Front

Which branch of government makes laws?

Back

legislative

Front

Why did Federalists want to include the Necessary and Proper Clause in the Constitution?

Back

To allow the national government to efficiently run the country.

Front

What is one outcome the Federal Reserve might want to produce when purchasing government securities?

Back

Fostering economic expansion

Front

Which concept was at the center of the Anti-Federalist position as expressed in the "Anti-Federalist Papers"? Options: Standing Army, Limited Government, Checks and balances, Strong central government

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Limited Government

Front

How can a bill become a law, even after a President veto's it?

Back

2/3 vote of Congress

Front

Which of the following is not a power of state governments? Options: Raise sales tax, Conduct elections, Ratify constitutional amendments

Back

Print money

Front

Define popular sovereignty.

Back

governmental authority is derived from the people. Under this principle, government governs with the consent of the governed.

Front

Define limited government.

Back

government can only exercise the powers granted to it. Government must be conducted according to the rule of law.