Easy
These two philosophers created the idea of the State of Nature to explain the origins of government
Thomas Hobbes and John Locke
This ancient greek philosopher came up with the idea of the philosopher king
Plato
According to Trump v United States, presidents have "absolute immunity" for these types of acts
official
There are 5 qualities of a modern nation state. What is the fifth one listed in the Unit 1 slides?
Monopoly on Legalized Violence
This is the world's top college
UCF!!!!
British Monarchs often said that their legitimacy was derived from what? (hint: think God)
Divine right of Kings
This supreme court case established that no one, not even the president, is above the law
United States v. Nixon
This form of government is considered "rule by the elite" and is often prone to corruption.
Oligarchy
This Amendment guarantees that the government cannot set soldiers in your home during times of war.
3rd Amendment
Blueberry Pie
This is the number one concern of all governments, and the most important concept in government/politics
Power
Name one of the five sources of power
Legitimate, Expertise, Coercion, Referent, Rewards
What was Aristotle's ideal form of government?
Rule by one Virtuous Monarch
These were the two tax acts that the crown passed that helped set the stage for the American Revolution
Sugar Act and Stamp Act
What was the first activity we did in class?
Traded index cards
This is a form of totalitarianism - focuses on racial superiority
Nazism
What is meant by the term "original jurisdiction"
What did the fall of rome mark the beginning of?
Feudalism.
What is judicial review?
The ability of the court to determine the constitutionality of laws passed by congress and executive actions
Free space
No answer needed
Fascism
Government has numerous responsibilities, but these three specifically were mentioned in the Unit 1 Notes
After Robespierre's reign of terror, this historical figure had to come in and "set the country right."
Napolean.
Congress can regulate, under the commerce clause, actions that impact singular states if, viewed in the _______, they would have an effect on interstate commerce.
Aggregate
Mr. Howard is a native of what city?
Chicago