Civics Unit 1 Review

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Why do people need government?

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To maintain order and provide services, such as building roads and enforcing laws.

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Thomas Hobbes and John Locke had different views about human nature and government. Which statement best summarizes their perspectives?

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Hobbes believed people are naturally selfish and need a strong government, while Locke believed people are reasonable and have natural rights.

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The 'social contract' is an agreement where citizens give up certain freedoms in exchange for what?

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Government protection

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What are the five main purposes of government represented by the acronym ESPN + R?

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Economic decisions, Social order, Public services, National defense, Rights protection

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How do governments make economic decisions that affect the lives of their citizens?

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Creating policies and regulations

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Key difference between direct democracy and a republic?

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In direct democracy, citizens vote on laws directly, while in a republic, representatives are elected to make laws.

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Totalitarianism, communism, and fascism share which of the following features?

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A single-party system with centralized control

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Monarchies are characterized by which of the following features?

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Rule by a king or queen, often hereditary, with examples like the United Kingdom and Saudi Arabia

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A theocracy is a form of government in which:

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Religious leaders govern the country based on religious laws.

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In a society experiencing anarchy, what typically happens?

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There is a lack of government and order, often leading to chaos.