SS.7.CG.1.11

SS.7.CG.1.11

8th Grade

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SS.7.CG.1.11

SS.7.CG.1.11

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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The statement was made by John Adams.

Which principle was John Adams referring to in this statement?

rule of law

federalism

limited government

separation of powers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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The scenarios describe what happens when a crime is committed in two different societies. Use the scenarios to answer any questions that follow.

Which of the following statements reflects the history of the United States as depicted by the two societies?

The United States as a British colony was similar to Society B, but today it is mostly a society such as the one depicted in Society A.

The United States has always been the kind of society depicted in Society A.

The United States started out being similar to Society A, but it has slowly evolved to be more like Society B.

The United States has always been the kind of society depicted in Society B.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of how the rule of law has influenced the development of the United States government?

There are two houses of Congress.

There are term limits for the office of president.

There are two major political parties.

There are restrictions on discretionary power.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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The figure symbolizes justice.

What does the blindfold covering the figure's eyes represent?

natural law

equality under the law

checks and balances

separation of powers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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Read the quotation from former President Richard Nixon in defense of his actions during the Watergate scandal and answer the question.

Which important American legal principle does this situation illustrate?

Rule of law applies to even the most powerful people in the nation's government.

The president must fulfill his or her responsibility to the people no matter the consequences.

Checks and balances can be waived in emergencies but must be accounted for later.

The electoral process is an adequate check on the behavior of politicians.

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