Nation

The early Americans were afraid to have a strong national government.

• True

• False

• Constitution

• Article 1

• Preamble

• Pretext

The Articles of Confederation was considered the first step in the nation's government.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a characteristic of a nation-state?

• A defined territory

• A common language

• A shared religion

• A single political party

What is the primary function of a national government?

• To regulate local businesses

• To manage international relations

• To control individual behavior

• To oversee family structures

Which document is often considered the foundation of a nation's legal system?

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federalist Papers

What is the term for a nation governed by elected representatives?

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

Which of the following is an example of a nation without a state?

• The Kurds

• The French

• The Japanese

• The Canadians

What is the role of a national anthem?

• To entertain citizens

• To promote tourism

• To symbolize national pride

• To dictate laws

Which of the following is a symbol of national identity?

• A national flag

• A local festival

• A regional dialect

• A city landmark