1st Semester Review

Front

Which of the following protects the right of Americans to publish newspapers, magazines, and books? states' rights, freedom of religion, freedom of the press, separation of powers

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freedom of the press

Front

Every American citizen gets to enjoy the rights guaranteed by the ______________________.

Back

U.S. Constitution

Front

The first 10 Amendments in the US Constitution are known as the ______________________.

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

Which is not an example of a civic responsibility? Options: paying taxes, going to church, obeying the law, serving on juries

Back

going to church

Front

In a democracy where does its power come from? Options: the president, the people, the legislators, the courts

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the people

Front

Most elections take place the Tuesday after the first Monday in _______________.

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November

Front

Which phrase completes this diagram? Options: state population, the number of political districts, voter registration, the number of state senators

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state population

Front

How is the number of representatives in each state determined?

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The number is based on the census results

Front

According to the Constitution, a nationwide census is conducted every ten years in order to determine-

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the number of representatives for each state in Congress

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When members of Congress override a presidential veto, they are exercising

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checks and balances