Democracy
What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?
To prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful
What is the age of voting in the United States?
18
This type of technology can learn patterns and make decisions from data.
AI
What encourages a large population?
Large cities with job opportunities, abundant precipitation for farming, wealth, and reliable food sources encourage
The spread of people from their original homeland
Diaspora
What is the primary role of the Supreme Court in the United States?
To interpret the Constitution and review the constitutionality of laws
How many electoral votes are needed to win the presidential election?
270
You should never share these personal number online.
Phone, address, SSN
The Midwest of the US is and example of
Region
The way people in a group live, including their beliefs, customs, language, food, music, and traditions.
Culture
Of the three branches of government, which of the following IS NOT involved in the passing of laws?
Judicial
How are electoral votes distributed to states?
Each state receives a number of electoral votes equal to its total number of members in Congress
True or False: Public Wi-Fi is always safe to use.
False
3 major climate zones
Tropical, Temperate, Polar
When people in different parts of the world have different beliefs, traditions, and ways of showing respect it leads to..
Different manners and etiquette
Which of the following is NOT an example of a power of the executive branch?
- Veto legislation
- Negotiate treaties
- Declare laws unconstitutional
- Appoint federal judges
Declare laws unconstitutional
What may make the naturalization process difficult?
The process is long and requires many resources
Define the term Bias
when someone or something shows an unfair preference for one side, idea, or group over another.
Define Movement
The study of how people, goods, and ideas travel from one location to another.
How does diaspora impact the countries people move to?
It brings cultural diversity and new perspectives.
What is the primary source of revenue for the Federal Government?
Income Tax
What is one challenge that third parties face in US elections?
Third parties have difficulty raising enough campaign fund
This extra security step sends a code to your phone.
2 factor authentification
How does the climate of a place affect the people living in a region?
It influences the types of crops that can be grown and food availability, affects housing, clothing, and lifestyle choices,and impacts job opportunities and economic activities
The process by which countries around the world become more connected through trade, communication, and culture.
Globalization