Participation In Government Flashcard #1

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What form of government do we have in the United States?

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Democratic Republic

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What is an example of how people can participate in government?

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voting, talking about politics at dinner, running for a public office

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What entity confirms Supreme Court justices?

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The Senate

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Why did the Articles of Confederation fail?

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Failed to give the central government enough power to govern effectively

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Who is meant to hold power in a democracy?

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The citizens

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The first 10 Amendments are known as

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The Bill of Rights

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Which branch of government creates laws?

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Legislative

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Which branch does the Supreme Court belong to?

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Judicial Branch

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Which of these could happen if a state's population declines over time?
Options:
Greater number of electors to the electoral college,
increasing funding from the government,
reduced representation in the US Senate,
reduced representation in House of Representatives

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reduced representation in House of Representatives

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What branch declares war?

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Legislative