
U.S. Government Structure and Principles

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Social Studies, History, Political Science
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9th - 12th Grade
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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main concern highlighted in the introduction regarding democracy?
The lack of elections
The tension between popular opinion and democratic processes
The absence of a constitution
The influence of foreign powers
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is pure majoritarianism considered dangerous?
It strengthens the judicial system
It eliminates the need for elections
It can result in the oppression of minorities
It leads to economic instability
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of government structure does the United States have?
A direct democracy
A constitutional monarchy
A constitutional republic with democratic representation
A parliamentary system
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the U.S. system protect against being driven solely by popular opinion?
Through direct voting on all issues
By eliminating elections
By having a monarchy
Through representative democracy
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of state and local governments in the U.S. system?
To act as independent countries
To implement federal laws without changes
To provide flexibility and adapt to local needs
To override federal decisions
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the federal government designed to be slow and deliberate?
To reduce the influence of the judiciary
To allow for more frequent elections
To increase the power of the executive branch
To prevent rapid changes and ensure stability
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the filibuster in the U.S. Senate?
To eliminate debate on bills
To allow minority viewpoints to be heard
To give the majority more power
To speed up the legislative process
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