Civics Final Exam Review

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This theory on how government was created claims that the state developed naturally out of the earliest group unit, the family. Options: Divine Right, Force, Evolution, Social Contract

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Evolution

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A government in which the power to rule is held by a small, usually self-appointed elite group

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Oligarchy

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This early plan for government was favored by larger states because it granted representation based on population size.

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Virginia Plan

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a democracy? A large, powerful upper class, Public school system, Fair and free elections, Citizen participation in civic life

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A large, powerful upper class

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What was the relationship between the Articles of Confederation and taxes?

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Congress had no right to tax citizens, which was a problem for the new country.

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What are the three branches of government as established by the United States Constitution?

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Executive, legislative, judicial

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What is the role of the Executive Branch as stated in the U.S. Constitution?

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Enforces laws

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What are the two sides of the political spectrum?

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Liberals & Conservatives

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A common criticism of the Electoral College is that it –

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Allows a person to win the presidency without a majority of votes

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Putting as many members of one party into one district to limit the amount of seats they win

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