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emphasized consent of the governed and citizens’ unalienable rights; stated American colonies were no longer under British control; inspired others to question their governments​

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Democracy in America: Liberty, Egalitarianism, Individualism, Populism, and Laissez-faire​

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limits the power of the federal government by separation of powers & checks and balances​

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“out of many, one”; symbolizes the unity of the

thirteen original colonies that joined together to form a single nation ​

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Our National Motto, referring to our need for God to guide our country​

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Declaration of Independence

Principles of the Constitution

Alexis de Tocqueville

E Pluribus Unum

In God We Trust

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Powers not delegated to the Federal government are given to the State ​

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Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures​

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Freedom of religion, press, speech, assembly, and petition​​

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Miranda rights(right to remain silent); Eminent Domain​

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10th Amendment

4th Amendment

1st Amendment

5th Amendment

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a policy in which the government has a limited role in the economy; one of five democratic values as observed by Tocqueville​

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Americans of various backgrounds can participate in government, not just the elite; one of five democratic values as observed by Tocqueville​

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Voting in elections, serving on a jury.​

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Laissez-faire

Populism

Civic Responsibilities

Multiple Choice

What was the most important diplomatic effect of the Declaration of Independence for the United States?

• It allowed foreign governments to officially recognize the United States.

• It forced Great Britain to trade with the United States.

• It required Great Britain to pay war reparations to the United States.

• It allowed the United States to establish immigration quotas.

Multiple Choice

Which statement from the Declaration of Independence influenced Article I, Section 2 of the Constitution?

• "He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power."

• "To secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed."

• "He has obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary powers."

• "These United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and....They are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown."

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Which principle from the Declaration of Independence states that a government's power comes from the people it governs?

• Consent of the governed

• Separation of powers

• Checks and balances

• Federalism

Multiple Choice

How does the pattern of distribution of political representation shown in these graphs affect relationships within the government?

• Members of Congress compete to be majority leaders.

• The president must negotiate to get congressional support for the executive agenda.

• Leaders of Congress assign legislation through committees.

• The president determines which pieces of legislation are passed.

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Which two principles were included in the U.S. Constitution to balance power within the government?

• Consent of the governed and federalism

• Separation of powers and checks and balances

• Civil liberties and grievances

• Amendment process and judicial review

Multiple Choice

Why did the Framers of the Constitution decide to give impeachment power to the House of Representatives?

• They wanted to limit the abuse of power by other branches.

• They wanted to allow the legislative branch the power to appoint a new chief executive.

• They wanted to limit the power of the courts to rule laws as unconstitutional.

• They wanted to allow members of the legislative branch the power to remove rival public officials from office.

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Which school represents a violation of the court's ruling?

• A school soccer coach requires the team to say a religious prayer before practice.

• A student club meets before school for religious studies.

• A church rents a school's gymnasium for a weekend fundraising event.

• A student in school says a silent prayer prior to taking an exam.

Multiple Choice

Based on the facts of this case and your knowledge of constitutional rights, which outcome resulted from this U.S. Supreme Court decision?

• Constitutional guarantees of due process in criminal trials were increased.

• Constitutional protections against unlawful searches and seizures were expanded.

• Constitutional assurances of the right to an attorney were expanded.

• Constitutional safeguards against excessive bails and fines were increased.

Multiple Choice

Which two amendments should replace the question marks in this excerpt?

• First Amendment and Fourth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment and Eighth Amendment

• Third Amendment and Seventh Amendment

• Second Amendment and Sixth Amendment

Multiple Choice

Which amendments protect citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures, and guarantee the right to remain silent?

• First and Second Amendments

• Fourth and Fifth Amendments

• Sixth and Seventh Amendments

• Eighth and Ninth Amendments

Multiple Choice

The ruling in Miranda v. Arizona most affected the procedure in which step of this process?

• 1

• 3

• 2

• 4

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Which phrase best describes the goal of this amendment?

• To limit the power of the federal government

• To restrict civil liberties

• To restrain the power of judicial activists

• To limit due process rights

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Which ideas were included in the original U.S. Constitution and which were added through the Bill of Rights?

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Establishing a court system

Providing access to a trial by jury

Separating governmental powers

Allowing peaceful protest

Multiple Choice

Which value is best reflected in this excerpt?

• Liberty

• Populism

• Laissez-faire

• Egalitarianism

Multiple Choice

Which U.S. government action is MOST CLOSELY based on this idea?

• The federal government passes laws to protect individual liberties.

• The Supreme Court votes to approve the appointment of presidential cabinet members.

• The Electoral College votes to approve the winner of congressional elections.

• The federal government passes laws to regulate businesses.

Multiple Choice

Which value important to America's success as a constitutional republic is best illustrated in this excerpt?

• Populism

• Laissez-faire

• Social Justice

• Egalitarianism

Multiple Choice

In what way has the concept of laissez-faire contributed to U.S. economic success?

• The government can collect federal income tax to pay for programs.

• Businesses will adjust production levels based on market forces.

• The government can raise tariff levels to protect domestic industry.

• Businesses will follow regulations to comply with federal law.

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Which of the following best describes the value of 'Individualism' in a constitutional republic?

• Americans want the government to have a limited role in the economy.

• Americans prioritize independence and self-reliance to create the life they want.

• Americans of various backgrounds participate in government, not just the elite.

• Americans believe in unity among the states.

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How does this reflection by Adams symbolize the motto E Pluribus Unum?

• The many colonies were different yet came together to form one country.

• As one country, the colonies divided into many to confuse the British.

• Despite some differences between the colonies, the country was loyal to the British.

• The divisions that existed between the colonies weakened the new country.

Multiple Choice

What does the motto shown on this seal mean?

• "Out of Many, One"

• "Liberty, Fraternity, Equality"

• "America First"

• "Justice for All"

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Which of the following are requirements for a person to be eligible for naturalization in the United States?

• Be a permanent U.S. resident for at least five years

• Be at least eighteen years old

• Be of good moral character

• Be born in the United States

Multiple Choice

Which action BEST prepares a responsible citizen to vote?

• Staying informed about issues affecting the country and communities

• Defending the country through military service if the need arises

• Getting a high-paying job with health care and retirement benefits

• Participating on a grand jury on a regular basis

Multiple Choice

Which action is an example of the type of participation described above?

• Obtaining a driver's license

• Voting for city council members

• Choosing a place to live

• Organizing a blood drive

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of fulfilling a civic responsibility?

• Interviewing for employment

• Reporting for jury duty

• Collecting donations for charities

• Preserving records of ethnic ancestry

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Miranda rights(right to remain silent); Eminent Domain

Freedom of religion, press, speech, assembly, and petition

Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures

Powers not delegated to the Federal government are given to the State

Organize these Bill of Rights Amendments

1st Amendment

4th Amendment

5th Amendment

10th Amendment

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limits the power of the federal government by separation of powers & checks and balances

Voting in elections, serving on a jury

belief in consent of the governed, other nations recognized U.S. as a country

meaning “out of many, one”, referring to the unity of Americans despite our differences

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Principles of the Constitution

Declaration of Independence

E Pluribus Unum

Civic Responsibilities

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Match the correct value of Democracy

• Government policy of "hands off" econ

• Protection from tyranny; rule of law,

• Free to flourish; meritocracy

• Participation of common people

• Society of equals under the law; no n

Laissez-Faire

Liberty

Individualism

Populism

Egalitarianism

• Laissez-Faire

• Liberty

• Individualism

• Populism

• Egalitarianism