The Amendments
This amendment gave women the right to vote
19th
This type of government is ruled by a few people, usually wealthy or military leaders
Oligarchy
The US government tells banks how much money they can lend out.
Reserve Requirement
This theory states that governments likely began as families grew and needed organization.
Evolutionary
What do they call Santa in France?
Pere Noel
This amendment repealed prohibition and made alcohol legal again
21st
Type of government that usually passes power down through the family
Monarchy
When prices rise too fast, we are concerned about the rate of __________.
Inflation
This theory states that governments likely come to power with guns and clubs.
Force Theory
We can see Venus in the night sky often. Is Venus smaller or bigger than earth?
Slightly Smaller
The 17th amendment enabled citizens to vote directly for members of this body
The Senate
Type of Autocracy that isn't so bad. Usually balanced out by a legislative body
If we are in a recession or depression, what should be the government's response with regarding to government spending?
Spend MORE!
This theory of the origins of government states that religious leaders were given the role to lead by God
Diving Right Theory
What made Frosty come to life?
His Hat
This amendment gave the government the power to collect income taxes
16th
In this type of government, EVERYONE is involved in making most decisions
Direct Democracy
This is the main way banks make money for themselves/their shareholders.
Lending at higher rates than they pay for savings accounts.
This theory of the origin of government said the people exchange some of their freedoms for protections from the government
Social Contract Theory
Googol.
This amendment outlined what happened if the president could not perform his duties
25th
Hitler was an example of this type of leader.
Dictator
How would lowering interest rates effect businesses that build homes?
Increase business!
Name one of the great thinkers that discussed Social Contract Theory
Hobbes/Locke
Who is Rudolph's friend who wants to become a dentist?
Hermey