
Principles of Government
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Because there are so many people in the United States, each state is divided into smaller sections, called districts. Each district elects a representative to voice the people’s opinions in Congress. This is a more efficient way for people to voice their opinions. Which principle of government is talked about by the statement above?
Democracy
Republicanism
Federalism
Monarchy
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Read the list and answer the question that follows:
The president can veto laws passed by the legislature.
The legislature can override a president's veto with a majority vote in both houses.
The Supreme Court evaluates and declares laws unconstitutional.
Members of the supreme court are chosen by the president.
Which principle of government is described by the list?
Checks and Balances
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Judicial Review
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these is an example of using your individual rights to freedom of speech?
speaking out about a new law
remaining silent during a protest
ignoring public issues
only speaking in private conversations
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of federalism?
The governor of Texas leads the state, while the president of the U.S. leads the country.
The mayor of a city has complete control over the city without any state oversight.
All states in the U.S. operate under the same laws without any state-specific regulations.
The president of the U.S. can make laws without any input from Congress.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Voting for a representative is an example of-
Democracy
Republicanism
Monarchy
Oligarchy
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The U.S. government AND state governments can collect income taxes. This is BEST described as-
Federalism
Monarchy
Oligarchy
Anarchy
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Powers of the _________
State Government
Local Government
Federal Government
International Government
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