Government Unit 3 - Structure of Government Study Guide Flashcard

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During the Nullification Crisis, South Carolina disagreed with tariffs put in place by the federal government, leading to a major disagreement with Andrew Jackson. What clause in the Constitution caused this disagreement? Options: The Elastic Clause, The Supremacy Clause, The General Welfare Clause, The Santa Clause

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The Supremacy Clause

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The creators of our government were influenced by Enlightenment thinkers such as John Locke and applied his ideology of:

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The government should respect and protect people’s rights

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In the Supreme Court case of Miranda v. Arizona, the courts ruled that citizens must be read their rights guaranteed to them by the Constitution such as having the right to a lawyer and the right to remain silent, which are known as:

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Due process rights

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What clause allowed the national government to create a federal bank in McCulloch v. Maryland?

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The Necessary and Proper Clause

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The 24th amendment paired with the Voting Rights Act of 1965 prohibited discrimination against African-American voters. This legislation was enforced heavily, which was made possible by ___________ receiving more power.

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The federal government

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What important principle is Richard Nixon describing when he states that the president cannot do whatever they see fit and must abide by the laws in place?

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The rule of law applies to everyone even if they are the president.

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Under Article VI (Article Six), it states U.S. law is the supreme law of the land. How does this clause limit state power?

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States are not allowed to pass laws that violate federal laws

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How is the idea of state powers/responsibilities establishing education regulations referred to in the Constitution?

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Reserved powers

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What document is the highest law in the land and the base for national laws?

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The Constitution

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How do we apply the concept of “republicanism” in our government?

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Citizens elect representatives to make laws on their behalf