US Government Final Semester 1

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(Pelosi) Why was Nancy Pelosi's election in 2007 a historic event?

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She was the first woman elected as Speaker of the House of Representatives.

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What is the best definition of the word reavivada based on paragraph 3?

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given new energy

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Which of the following quotes best expresses Pelosi's view on the vision of America's founders? Options: "Never losing faith, we waited through many years of struggle to achieve our rights."; "a new America driven by optimism, opportunity, and strength."; "My colleagues elected me to be Speaker of the House- the entire House."; "We have made history, now let us make progress for the American people."

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"a new America driven by optimism, opportunity, and strength."

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Pelosi declares "I accept this gavel in the spirit of partnership." Which of the following best supports this idea? Options: "By electing me speaker, you have brought us closer to the ideal of equality."; "For our daughters and granddaughters, today we have broken the marble ceiling."; "I look forward to working with the Republicans in the Congress on behalf of the American people."; "It is an historic moment for Congress. . .and the women of this country."

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"I look forward to working with the Republicans in the Congress on behalf of the American people."

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According to Pelosi, why must Congress work together?

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to build a future worthy of their sacrifice, to meet the expectations of our people and the great challenges we face, to move our country forward, seeking common ground for the common good.

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(War Powers Resolution) The War Powers Resolution was introduced after

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The Vietnam War

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(War Powers Resolution) Which clause of the Constitution is referenced in section 2, part b? Options: the necessary and proper clause, the supremacy clause, the commerce clause, the due process clause

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the necessary and proper clause

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(War Powers Resolution) With whom must the President consult when committing the United States Armed Forces to hostilities?

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the US Congress

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(War Powers Resolution) What power does the War Powers Resolution grant to the United States Congress?

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direct the President to remove armed forces from hostile territories

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(War Powers Resolution) For which constitutional principle is the War Powers Resolution intended? Options: popular sovereignty, separation of powers, checks and balances, individual rights

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checks and balances