True or False: Is federalism a system of government in which the same territory is controlled by two levels of government?
True
What form of government is controlled by a single ruler who assumes total control, often by force?
Dictatorship
What is Naturalization?
Naturalization is the process to become a U.S citizen if you were born outside of the United states.
what does the first amendment say
Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition
what branch make laws
Legislative branch
What is the example of federalism?
Grand-in-aid
What is the form of government established by the United States Constitution?
representative democracy
Name two rights of the citizens
Right to vote, and the right to freedom of the speech
what does the 6th amendment say
Right to a speedy trial by jury and a lawyer
what branch of government can declare war
legislative branch
What type of power does federalism have?
Power to coin money to regulate commerce to declare war to raise and maintain armed forces and to establish a Post Office.
The absence of government is called:
anarchy
What does reciting the Pledge of Allegiance demonstrate about citizenship?
A) A commitment to serving in military
B) A pledge to obey all laws without questions
C) A dedication to the values and principles of the United States
D) A promise to avoid participation in community activities
C
What was the primary reason for enacting the Bill of Rights?
To protect the civil rights of the American people
how many voting members of congress are their
535
Which of the following describes the concept of federalism?
A) Federalism describes the requirement to desegregate schools.
B) Federalism divides government power between national and state governments.
C) Federalism describes the requirement for the separation of church and State.
D) Federalism divides the powers between Congress and the Senate.
B
How can individuals participate in their community to demonstrate citizenship?
Individuals can participate in their community by volunteering for local organizations,meetings,and joining community service projects.
How does the Bill of the Rights promote individual rights??
It guarantees civil rights and liberties to the individual—like freedom of speech, press, and religion.
how are justices selected to serve on the supreme court
they are appointed by the president
How are federal and state powers and responsibilities distributed, shared, and limited by the United States Constitution?
While the Constitution thus grants broad powers to the federal government they are limited by the 10th amendment which States that the powers are not delegated to the United States by the Constitution.
A union of partially self-governing states or regions operating under a central government is a
Federation
What does the judicial branch do to protect citizens' rights?
The judicial branch ensures citizens' rights are upheld by interpreting laws, resolving disputes, and reviewing laws for constitutionalising.
What is another term for “willfully telling lies to damage a person’s reputation?”
Slander
Double jeopardy!
The vice president of the United States also holds which office?
a.National security adviser
b.President of the Senate
c.Speaker of the House
d.Chief executive
B