Government Review

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Under the 10th Amendment, any power not given to the federal government is -

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Reserved to each state

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In Miranda v. Arizona, the Supreme Court ruled that suspects must be informed of their rights before being questioned by police. Which amendment is this most closely related to?

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5th Amendment

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State welfare programs, aid to states for education, & federal supervision of elections all illustrate the concept of __________ (the sharing of power between the federal government & the states).

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federalism

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The passage of the 17th Amendment led to the direct election of United States ________.

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senators

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The Necessary & Proper Clause grants ________ the power to make any necessary laws to carry out their enumerated powers.

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congress

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Third party movements in the US occur most often when major political parties ignore vital issues.

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Major political parties ignore vital issues.

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Which of the following is a requirement to be a United States Senator? Must have been born in the state they're running in, Must be at least 40 years old, Must have a law degree, Must have been a US citizen for at least 9 years

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Must have been a US citizen for at least 9 years

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All of the following ideas are found in the Declaration of Independence EXCEPT - The people may abolish a government that does not protect their rights, All individuals have certain natural rights, The government can only exist with the people's permission

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God gives certain people the authority to govern

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The major role of political parties in the United States is to

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Nominate candidates & conduct campaigns

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Which of the following issues is under the authority of the state government? Provide for education, Declare war on foreign nations, Declare laws unconstitutional, Negotiate foreign trade deals

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Provide for education