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today- most americans work in _____________
a service job
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What does Bicameral mean
2 houses
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Explain precedent
an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances. ex roe v. wade, brown v board of education, or 2 terms as president.
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The president's plan for dealing with national problems
domestic policy
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3 natural rights
Life , Liberty, Property
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the three branches of the US federal government
The Executive Branch The Legislative Branch The Judicial Branch
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What amendment protects us from Double Jeopardy
5th amendment
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How many U.S. senators are there?
100
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Explain Zoning laws
a type of law that divides a community into areas and tells how the land in each area can be used
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Purpose of Checks and Balances is -
to makes sure one branch doesn't become too powerful, thus acting in the best interest of the citizens.
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a population survey that is taken every 10 years
census
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explain the 3/5ths compromise
slaves were counted as 3/5ths towards the states representation
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We elect a U.S. senator for how many years?
6 years
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List the job of local government
provide utilities build roads plan for community growth etc
300
What the 5 rights or freedoms listed in the first ammendment?
Freedom of religion Freedom of speech Freedom of press Freedom of assembly Freedom of Petition
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Explain Common good
the well being of all members of society
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Explain the Virginia and New Jersey plan
Virginia wanted representation to be based on population New Jersey- every state has equal representation
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We elect a U.S. representative for how many years?
2 years
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Explain the difference between Federalists and Anti-federalists
Supporters of the constitution Opponents of the constitution-wanted the bill of rights.
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How many ammendments does the constitution have?
27
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Explain baby boomers and why this is such a risk to our current system of social security
a member of the baby boom generation in the 1950s that causes our system of social security to be unsustainable.
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The goals of our government were listed where? What are they.
Preamble.
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The house of representatives has how many voting members?
435
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Who is the governor of your state?
jack dalrymple
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What are the two major political parties in the United States and what animal represents each? How do these political parties go against what George Washington envisioned for our country?
Democratic and Republican Donkey and Elephant Washington spoke against the rise of factions in the political process in his farewell address