The principle of “consent of the governed” is put into practice when citizens

respect the rights of minorities.

Which factor is most likely to cause the supply of a product to decrease?

a decrease in the price of resources used to make the product

an increase in the number of consumers

an increase in the number of suppliers

Which of the following will happen when the federal government spends more than it collects in revenues?

The federal budget will show a deficit.

The federal budget will show a surplus.

The federal government will decrease sales taxes.

State governments will help decrease the national debt.

Why is it important for the citizens of a democracy to be educated and well-informed about political issues and the functioning of government?

A well-informed citizenry ensures that citizens can make decisions based on facts, participate in discussions, and hold elected officials accountable for their actions.

Educated citizens are less likely to participate in elections, which keeps the government from being overcrowded.

It is important because educated citizens can easily avoid paying taxes and avoid following government policies.

Citizens who are educated will always vote for the same political party, ensuring stability in the government.

Formulate a plan for someone who wishes to become a citizen. What steps would you include in your plan?

B) Research eligibility, prepare documents, complete forms, attend an interview, and take the oath of allegiance.

A) Only take the citizenship test and wait for approval.

C) Just apply and hope for the best.

D) Move to another country instead.

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the impact of gerrymandering on election outcomes?

B) A district drawn to include a majority of one party's supporters

A) A district where voters are evenly split between two parties

C) A district that has been redrawn to reflect population changes

D) A district with boundaries based solely on geographic features

How do authoritarian governments differ from democratic governments in terms of political power and citizen participation?

In authoritarian governments, power is concentrated in the hands of one or a few individuals, and citizen participation is limited; in democratic governments, power is shared, and citizens have the right to participate in free and fair elections.

In authoritarian governments, citizens are allowed to vote for their leaders, whereas in democratic governments, leaders are chosen by a small group of elites.

Authoritarian governments always have elections, but the results are controlled, while democratic governments do not hold elections.

In authoritarian governments, leaders are elected by the people, but in democratic governments, leaders are appointed by the military.

Which is an example of how to produce?

regulating the amount of pollution factories can produce

providing services for citizens

What is a potential impact of government spending on economic growth?

Increased inflation which limits economic growth

Decreased inflation which encourages economic growth

Decreased inflation which limits economic growth

Increased inflation which encourages economic growth

How can the Judicial branch check the power of the Legislative branch?

By declaring laws unconstitutional

What is the primary goal of the juvenile justice system?

To rehabilitate and reintegrate young offenders into society

To provide legal education to young offenders

To isolate young offenders from society

Which of the following is a common feature of juvenile courts?

They focus on the rehabilitation of the juvenile

They do not allow legal representation for juveniles

They operate in a highly publicized manner

They impose the same penalties as adult courts

How does the juvenile justice system differ from the adult criminal justice system?

Juvenile justice proceedings are generally more informal

Juvenile justice focuses more on punishment than rehabilitation

Juvenile justice does not allow for any form of detention

Juvenile justice has harsher sentencing guidelines

What does the Fourth Amendment protect citizens against?

Unreasonable searches and seizures

How does Alabama's trade impact its economy?

It decreases employment opportunities.

What was the significance of the Montgomery Bus Boycott in the Alabama Civil Rights Movement?

It led to the desegregation of public buses in Montgomery.

It was the first protest organized by the NAACP.

It resulted in the arrest of Martin Luther King Jr.

It was a minor protest with little impact.

Which event is considered a turning point in the Alabama Civil Rights Movement due to its violent response from law enforcement?

The Selma to Montgomery marches

What is the significance of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government?

It ensures that no single branch becomes too powerful

It allows one branch to dominate the others

It simplifies the legislative process

It eliminates the need for a judicial branch

What was the primary purpose of the Patriot Act when it was enacted in 2001?

To enhance national security and counter terrorism

To reduce taxes on imported goods

To promote environmental conservation

Which government agency gained expanded surveillance powers under the Patriot Act?

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

What is a common criticism of the Patriot Act?

It infringes on civil liberties and privacy rights

It increases government transparency

It reduces the power of the executive branch

It limits the military's ability to act overseas

In a federal system of government, power is divided between:

The central government and local governments

The military and civilian authorities

The judiciary and the legislature

The executive and legislative branches

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_____ is the study of the rights and duties of citizen?

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B) The Supreme Court automatically decides to hear EVERY case that is appealed.

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D) The Supreme Court selects cases only from federal courts, not state courts.

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Civics Final Exam

_____ is the study of the rights and duties of citizen?

What are the three basic economic questions that every economic system must address?

What is economics?

Congress cannot:

How long is a President's Term

How does a case typically come before the Supreme Court?

Which branch of government is representative of the population of the U.S.

How can Congress check the power of the Executive Branch?

What principle of American democracy states that power comes from the people?

Taxes provide ________ of the money the government needs to keep running.

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