Government Mid Term Study Guide

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Explain the difference between Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists

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Federalists supported a strong central government, while Anti-Federalists advocated for states' rights and a weaker central government.

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Analyze the relationship between a system of checks and balances and separation of powers.

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The system of checks and balances ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful, while the separation of powers divides the government into three branches with distinct powers and responsibilities.

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Describe the requirements to become a U.S Senator

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Being at least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least nine years, and a resident of the state you want to represent.

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What are the requirements to become a member of the House of Representatives?

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At least 25 years old, U.S. citizen for at least 7 years, and a resident of the state they represent.

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Describe the order of a Bill that starts in the House from start to finish.

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Introduction, Committee Review, Floor Action, Conference Committee, Final Action, and Presidential Action

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Know who nominates a Supreme Court Justices and who approves the nomination.

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The President and the Senate

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Describe the ideas of Rousseau.

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Rousseau's ideas revolved around the concept of the social contract, the general will, and the importance of individual freedom and equality.

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Describe the ideas of Hobbes

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Hobbes believed in the social contract theory

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Describe the ideas of Locke

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Locke's ideas include the concept of natural rights, the social contract, and the idea that government should be based on the consent of the governed.

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What is the Great Compromise?

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Bicameral legislature with proportional representation in the House of Representatives and equal representation in the Senate