Topic 1 - Foundations of Government Review -- Lessons 1 and 2

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What is the difference between a theocracy and an oligarchy?

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An oligarchy is rule by a powerful group of elites, while a theocracy is rule based on religion.

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Which is a feature of a direct democracy?

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All citizens participate in the decision-making process

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Which best describes a unitary government?

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All executive and legislative powers belong to a central government

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Which of the following is the best example of judicial powers? Enforcing Laws, Interpreting Laws, Making/Passing Laws

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Interpreting Laws

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Which of the following sets includes the common characteristics of every State?
Options:
democracy, dictatorship, population, territory
territory, population, government, sovereignty
boundaries, government, institutions, public policies

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territory, population, government, sovereignty

Front

Which major political theory of the origin of the state is most compatible with the United States government?

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social contract theory

Front

Supreme authority rests with the people in this form of government.

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democracy

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"God created the state and put those of noble birth on the thrones of Europe" represents what historic theory of the origins of the state?

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Divine Rights of Kings Theory

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Which Enlightenment philosopher is most associated with the Social Contract Theory and the term popular sovereignty?

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Rousseau

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The answer to the age-old question, "What should government do", is spelled out in which founding document of the United States?

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The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution