Big Scary US Government Final

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What does John Locke’s social contract theory suggest about government?

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If a government does not protect people's rights the people can overthrow that government

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One of the purposes of government is: Maintaining public order, Promoting free elections, Creating jobs for citizens, Enforcing personal beliefs

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Maintaining public order

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What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

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It made states too independent from the federal government.

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The Great Compromise led to the creation of: A two-house Congress, The presidency, The Supreme Court, The judicial review system

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A two-house Congress

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Which Supreme Court case established the principle of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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How does the judicial branch check the legislative branch?

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By declaring laws unconstitutional

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What is the purpose of separation of powers in government?

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To ensure no branch has too much power

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The Bill of Rights refers to:

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The first ten amendments of the Constitution

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What is the main job of the Supreme Court?

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To interpret laws and ensure they follow the Constitution

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What does judicial review allow the courts to do?

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Declare laws unconstitutional