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Forming a group of similar interests to affect public policy and attending town hall meetings are
examples of actions in a Answer: civil society
Which type of court reviews decisions from lower courts? Answer: Courts of Appeal
Why is the Declaration of Independence one of the most significant documents in U.S. history? Answer:
Marked the beginning of U.S. national sovereignty
Which of the following is an example of a strength of news media? Answer: Provides updated
information on issues
What is the purpose of rule of law? Answer: To protect individual rights and keep order
How did the Constitution improve on the Articles of Confederation regarding the nature of federalism?
Answer: Created a stronger central government
Why is introducing a bill an important step in the lawmaking process? Answer: It ensures the bill is
in good shape to be presented to the entire chamber. (This answer is wrong, and I do not know the right
one, sorry)
How was the Constitution applied in the decision in the Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier case? Answer:
Students' First Amendment rights are limited if in relation to school programs.
, An issue in your community has continued to be a problem for over a year. You have emailed and met
with your local representative and attended town hall meetings with other like-minded people. What is
the most appropriate next step if your group has tried all forms of communication with no response
from officials? Answer: Reach out to local news.
How do majority leaders from a political party influence public policy? Answer: They have power
over which bill ideas go to committees.
What is the purpose of the oath portion of the naturalization process? Answer: Public declaration of
loyalty to the United States
Based on this chart, which demographic had the lowest overall increase or no increase in voter turnout
between 1990 and 2018? Answer: Asian
The founders of the United States wanted to prevent one person from having too much power and
ensure those elected put the common good above their own interests. What ancient tradition and
founding principle reflect this idea? Answer: Rome, republicanism
Which amendment safeguards against the government infringing on freedom of expression? Answer:
First
Use the quote to answer the question that follows.
"We the People of the United States, in Order to ... provide for the common defence,"—From the
Preamble to the U.S. Constitution
How is this quote reflected in another portion of the Constitution? Answer: Congress has the power
to collect taxes.
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