US Government Review

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The leader in a monarchy ________.

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acts freely with little political opposition.

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How are leaders chosen in a democracy?

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Elected by people.

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Which philosopher proposed the idea of “separation of powers” between branches of government?

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Charles De Montesquieu

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The sale of private property for government use is called ____________.

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eminent domain

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This quote from the Declaration of Independence states that _______________________________.

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government obtains its power through the consent of those whom they govern.

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An unalienable right, stated in the Declaration of Independence and contributes to our current national identity is ___.

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pursuit of happiness.

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What belief from John Locke had the greatest influence on the American Colonists?

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All people have certain “natural” or unalienable rights.​

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Which form of government borrows some elements from two other forms of government​?

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Socialist Government.​

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What is an economic system where the state controls all means of production?

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Communism

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In Texas, in order to vote, you must _________________.

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Register to vote.