DCP #2 GAPS

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Which of the following is an example of the principle of Federalism in the U.S. Constitution? Options: The president can veto a bill passed by Congress. The government has only the powers that are given to it by the Constitution. Powers not granted to the national government are reserved for the states. Congress is divided into the Senate and House of Representatives.

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Powers not granted to the national government are reserved for the states.

Answer explanation

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Which legal question was answered by the Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison? Options: Does Congress have the power to create a national bank? Which branch of government has the authority to execute laws? Does the commerce clause of the Constitution give Congress the power to regulate interstate navigation? Which branch of government has the authority to decide the constitutionality of a law?

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Which branch of government has the authority to decide the constitutionality of a law?

Answer explanation

The entire purpose of Judicial Review is for the Supreme Court to decide if a law is constitutional or not.

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Which action is a required duty of a responsible U.S. citizen? Options: Voting in all local and national elections to help shape government policies. Attending all local government meetings to stay informed on community decisions. Serving on a jury when called upon to uphold the legal rights of other citizens. Staying informed on global issues to contribute to international discussions.

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Serving on a jury when called upon to uphold the legal rights of other citizens.

Answer explanation

To be a responsible citizen you must...

• - Obey the Laws

• - Vote in Elections

• - Serve on Jury Duty if Called

• - Stay informed on Current Events

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Which of these is a correct title for the information chart above? Separation of Powers, Checks and Balances, Implied Powers, Judicial Review

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Separation of Powers

Answer explanation

Your history teacher does not like this question and is very sorry they put this on the DCP lol!

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Which of the following belongs in the empty box? States ratify the Constitution, Representative government expands, Federal government asserts authority, Temperance movement gains momentum

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Federal government asserts authority

Answer explanation

Washington sends 13,000 troops to shut down the Whiskey Rebellion in Pennsylvania. This proves that the National Government and our constitution is very strong and has the power to assert authority.

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What were the main beliefs and principles of the Federalist Party?

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A strong central government, support for a national bank, a loose interpretation of the Constitution, and a pro-British foreign policy.

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The division of power between a central government and state governments is called

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Federalism

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Everyone must follow the law. The government has only the powers that are given to it by the Constitution. What concept does this describe? Options: Individual Rights, Checks and Balances, Federalism, Limited Government

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Limited Government