POLS 1101 Fall 2024 Final Exam Practice Part III

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Georgia's latest constitution has been in place since ___________.

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1777, 1861, 1945, 1983

Answer explanation

Georgia's latest constitution was adopted in 1983, making it the correct answer. The previous constitutions were from 1777, 1861, and 1945, but the current one is the most recent.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the four universal American values? belief in political equality, faith in free-enterprise, value of individual freedoms, acceptance of Judeo-Christian worldview

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acceptance of Judeo-Christian worldview

Answer explanation

The acceptance of a Judeo-Christian worldview is not considered a universal American value, as the four core values focus on political equality, free enterprise, and individual freedoms, which are more inclusive.

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______________ is the ability to make another person do what you want, usually through coercion.

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Authority

Answer explanation

Authority is the ability to make others comply with your wishes, often through coercion. It differs from power, which can exist without legitimacy or consent, while justice and legitimacy focus on fairness and acceptance.

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Individualized media is more commonly referred to as the

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I-Media

Answer explanation

Individualized media, which tailors content to specific audiences, is commonly known as I-Media. This term emphasizes the personalized aspect of media consumption, distinguishing it from traditional mass media.

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In a __________ individuals do not directly govern themselves, we elect representatives to speak on our behalf.

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Republic

Answer explanation

In a Republic, individuals do not directly govern themselves; instead, they elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf, distinguishing it from direct democracy.

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The __________ powers relate to the Elastic Clause.

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implied

Answer explanation

The implied powers are those not explicitly stated in the Constitution but are inferred from the Elastic Clause, allowing Congress to enact laws necessary to carry out its enumerated powers.

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All of the following are associated with "Cooperative Federalism" EXCEPT: categorical grants, layer cake, the New Deal, court packing

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court packing

Answer explanation

Court packing refers to FDR's attempt to increase the number of justices in the Supreme Court, which is not related to Cooperative Federalism. The other options, like categorical grants and the New Deal, are key elements of this federalism model.

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Striking the right balance between national government power and state government power is known as the ____________________?

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federalism

Answer explanation

Striking the right balance between national and state government power is known as federalism. This system allows both levels of government to coexist and share authority.

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What is the term for the constitutional requirement that each state accept the public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of every other state?

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Full Faith and Credit

Answer explanation

The term 'Full Faith and Credit' refers to the constitutional requirement that each state must recognize and accept the public acts, records, and judicial proceedings of every other state, ensuring legal consistency across states.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of "Dual Federalism"? Options: Marble cake, Layer cake, Federal mandates, Cooperative grants

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Layer cake

Answer explanation

Dual Federalism is often described as a 'Layer cake' because it emphasizes distinct layers of government with separate powers and responsibilities, unlike 'Marble cake' which represents more intertwined functions.