Government Final Review

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What is the primary characteristic of a unitary system of government?

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Power is concentrated in a central government.

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Which of the following best describes a federal system of government? A single central authority holds all the power. Power is divided between a central government and regional governments. Regional governments have more power than the central government. Power is held by a coalition of independent states.

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Power is divided between a central government and regional governments.

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In what way does an authoritarian government differ from a democratic government in terms of citizen participation?

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Citizens have limited or no role in decision-making in an authoritarian government.

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How does the role of the executive differ in a presidential system compared to a parliamentary system?

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In a presidential system, the executive is elected independently of the legislature.

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Which document first introduced the idea of limited government and the rule of law? Options: The Declaration of Independence, The Magna Carta, The English Bill of Rights, The Petition of Right

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The Magna Carta

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Which compromise during the drafting of the U.S. Constitution addressed the issue of representation in Congress? Options: The Three-Fifths Compromise, The Great Compromise, The Commerce Clause, The Bill of Rights

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The Great Compromise

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How did the U.S. Constitution address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?

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By creating a strong central government with the power to tax

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What is the primary difference between a direct democracy and a representative democracy?

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In a direct democracy, citizens vote on all laws and policies directly.

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What was a key argument made by the Anti-Federalists during the debate over the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?

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The necessity of a Bill of Rights to protect individual liberties

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Introductory part of a statute or deed stating its aims

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