Domestic Policy: Maryland HSA

What is Domestic Policy?

• public policy addressing issues of national importance within the country

• public policy addressing issues of national importance outside of the country

The baby boom in the United States had its most significant impact on the

• rebirth of urban business districts

• decreased use of child labor in factories

• recruitment for the armed forces

• construction of housing and schools

The government has the power to take private land for public use as long as the person is properly paid for the land. This is...

• Eminent domain
• Consent of the governed
• Individual rights and responsibilities
• Majority rule

Which of the following is an example of demographics?

• Level of education
• Who your friends are
• Your taste in music
• Where you work

Why would the government want to provide benefits to people who are unemployed?

• Taxes will increase
• Younger people will be able to get jobs
• Businesses will make more money
• The flow of the economy will remain stable

Which of the following best describes domestic policy?

• A plan of a nation interacts with other nations

• A plan of how citizens interact with the government

• A countries plan so solve problems and serve citizens within its boarders.

What concept is represented in this political cartoon?

• Urban sprawl

• Inefficient land use

• Opportunity cost

• Zoning laws

In 2015, a deserted mall location in Eldersburg was rebuilt into a shopping complex including several stores, restaurants, and a super Walmart. This would be an example of which Maryland program?

• Urban sprawl

• Smart Growth

• Protecting zoning laws

• Redistricting

A builder in Carroll County wants to construct a new neighborhood. What will they have to take into account before they begin?

• Opportunity cost of building in that area

• How it will impact the school districts

• The zoning laws concerning whether or not they are allowed to build there

• The existing infrastructure

Which involve issues or concerns within one's own country?

• treaty
• foreign affairs
• domestic affairs
• policy