A form of government where the rulers are elected, and the rules are set down, is the definition for what term?

the right to vote, esp. in a political election, is the definition for what term?

Athens was the city state that is most known for democracy Citizens were 18 yr males or older and their fathers were citizens could vote Met once month to vote by a raise of hands. Which intellectual group does this describe?

Introduction of a republic Citizens voted on a representative to represent them in government. The wealthy controlled government and the poor had very little say mostly because they were not considered citizens. Created the 12 Tables-codified law that everyone was to follow. Which intellectual group does this describe?

Due to King John’s military campaigns and heavy taxes the barons were seeking protection against heavy-handed and arbitrary acts by the king. Fundamental rights as trial by jury and due process of law. Protection against the arbitrary taking of life, liberty, or property. Originally, protection from the king, but it became the rights of all English people What Democratic Principle, is shown here?

Created to prevent abuses of power by the Monarchy in England after a long war. The rights/ideas protected in the English Bill of Rights includes: Prohibited a standing army in peacetime, except with the consent of Parliament, all parliamentary elections be free, right to a fair trial, due process, No excessive bail or fines, right to bear arms, Right to petition, no cruel punishment, What Democratic Principle, is shown here?

Document drafted in 1776 to proclaim the inherent rights of men like freedom of speech, press, and religion; including the right to reform or abolish "inadequate" government. Other rights granted in this bill of rights included no excessive bails/fines and no unreasonable searches and seizures. What Democratic Event, is shown here?

French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher famous for his wit, his criticism of Christianity, especially the Roman Catholic Church, as well as his advocacy of freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and separation of church and state. Which Enlightenment Thinker does this showcase?

French judge, man of letters, and political philosopher. He is famous for his articulation of the theory of separation of powers, which is implemented in many constitutions throughout the world. Which Enlightenment Thinker does this showcase?

English-born American political activist, philosopher, political theorist, and revolutionary. He authored the two most influential pamphlets at the start of the American Revolution and inspired the patriots in 1776 to declare independence from Great Britain. His ideas reflected Enlightenment-era ideals of transnational human rights. Which Enlightenment Thinker does this showcase?

An Italian criminologist,jurist, philosopher, and politician, He is well remembered for his treatise On Crimes and Punishments (1764), which condemned torture and the death penalty. Which Enlightenment Thinker does this showcase?

The critical examination of an issue involving the weighing of reasons for and against a course of action Is the definition for what term?

Which of the following best describes the term preamble in the context of the study of government?

Which of the following best describes the term summit in the context of the study of government?

Which of the following best describes the term Constitution in the context of the study of government?

A government in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised by them directly or indirectly through a system of representation usually involving periodically held free elections, is the best definition of?

Relating to a political regime based on subordination of the individual to the state and strict control of all aspects of the life and productive capacity of the nation especially by coercive measures (such as censorship and terrorism); is the best definition of?

Government of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided; is the best definition of?

Government having a hereditary chief of state with life tenure and powers varying from nominal to absolute; is the best definition of?

Sovereignty means that tribes have the power to govern themselves. Each federally recognized tribe retains the rights of an independent sovereign nation apart from the local, state or federal government. ... is the best definition of?

Only Land-Owning Men Could Vote Original citizens and voters were “free-holding” men Owned property Paid taxes White, Protestant, and over 216% of US “Citizens” were eligible to vote States determined who had the right to vote. This is a description of which time period?

15th Amendment prevents federal or state governments for denying the right to vote to citizens based on race This is a description of which time period?

Wyoming becomes the first US State to grant women the right to vote This is a description of which time period?

19th Amendment grants suffrage to women, but not all Native American and Asian women have citizenship This is a description of which time period?

Indian Citizenship Act is passed, giving Native Americans full citizenship, but many states still disenfranchise them at the polls This is a description of which time period?

Congress passes the Voting Rights Act, removing discriminatory barriers that kept many people of color from voting. This is a description of which time period?

Voting age is lowered from 21 to 18 in light of the Vietnam War to ensure that those old enough to fight could vote. This is a description of which time period?

The group of people chosen from each State and the District of Columbia to formally select the President and Vice President.

A person selected from the winning political party to represent one of the votes for President in that state.

All of the State's electoral votes go to one candidate, based on who wins to popular vote.

States that are not wholly Democrat or Republican. These states usually decide who wins the Presidential election.

Why did the framers create the Electoral College?

The act of removing someone from political office because of a crime they have committed while in office that directly effects their ability to hold that office.

Which of the following Presidents were impeached but not removed from office?

Who resigned instead of going through the process of impeachment?

Is a group of people who seek to control government through the winning of elections and the holding of public office

Which of the following is not a function of a political party?

Which political party does the following describe? In favor of free market capitalism Believe taxes should not be raised for anyone- flat tax rate In favor of increased military spending Conservative on social issues and take stances that uphold “traditional values” Oppose gay marriage, abortion, gun control, illegal immigration, and affirmative action

Which political party does the following describe?Support social welfare programs Social security, Medicaid/Medicare, food stamps, etc. Believe the government should regulate the economy to protect consumers Minimum wage, progressive taxation In favor of decreased military spending Liberal on social issues- believe in equality regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, etc

Which political party does the following describe? Major Beliefs- environmentalism, nonviolence, social justice, gender equality, LGBT rights, and anti-racism

Which political party does this describe?Liberal positions- end prohibition of illegal drugs, support gay marriage, end capital punishment, strong civil liberties, open immigration, separation of church and state Conservative positions- less government intervention, lower taxes, eliminate welfare, allow people to opt out of Social Security

Which political party does this describe? Primary concerns are problems of unemployment, underemployment, and job insecurity

Any group that is formally organized with similar concerns that attempt to influence public policy, for themselves. Is the definition of what?

Is paid activity in which special interests hire well-connected professional advocates, often lawyers, to argue for specific legislation in decision-making bodies such as the United States Congress. some critics describing it as a legal form of bribery or extortion court rulings have stated that lobbying is constitutionally protected free speech and a way to petition the government for the redress of grievances

What is Jurisdiction?

What is Appellate Jurisdiction?

What is Concurrent Jurisdiction?

What does it mean when a judge uses precedent to arrive at an opinion?

The Supreme Court case in which the Supreme Court gave itself the power of "Judicial Review" is....

What types of courts are Municipal and Justice of the Peace Courts?

What types of courts are Superior Courts in AZ?

The pinnacle of the American judicial system. The Court ensures uniformity in interpreting national laws, resolves conflicts among states, and maintains national supremacy in law. It has both original jurisdiction and appellate jurisdiction.

What are the steps for the Supreme Court to decide a court case?

This group decides if there is enough evidence to create a case against an individual.

This group listens to both sides of the case and decides if there is enough evidence to prove someone's guilt.

These are courts that offer a variety of service to the American public from patents to military courts, to tax courts. What is the name of these courts as a whole?

These were trials against women in small towns found in Massachusetts. These women were different in some way and so therefore to be cast out of society.

This court reviews the decisions of lower courts to see if there were flaws in the court cases.

Created in 1947 to prevent any further world wars and to educate/protect people from genocide.

This commitment of the United Nations is defined by preventing conflict, make peace, and creating conditions that keeps the peace.

This commitment of the United Nations is defined as a series of international human rights treaties and protections like the Geneva Accords.

This commitment of the United Nations is defined as providing fast and effective response to those affected by natural disasters and armed conflict.

This commitment of the United Nations is defined by promoting prosperity and economic opportunity to those in a extreme poverty, while protecting and sustaining the environment.

This commitment of the United Nations is defined by encouraging women and girls to pursue education and work towards the ending of discrimination and violence against women.

This commitment of the United Nations is defined by settling disputes between countries, punishment for countries that break treaties and creating International courts.

This is defined as the willful killing, or causing great suffering or serious injury to body or health. It may also include torture or inhumane treatment of prisoners and civilians. Along with, terrorism and the targeting of specific groups of people that are different in some way from the group in power. All of this occurring during times of war.

This type of jurisdiction allows states or international organizations to claim criminal jurisdiction over an accused person regardless of where the alleged crime was committed.