Ch.1 Principles of Government: Test Review

The power to interpret laws, to determine their meaning. 

The institution through which society makes and enforces public policies is known as what?

Defending the nation against enemies both foreign and domestic is known as what?

Which one of these factors is the free enterprise system not based on?

Which of these would be considered a duty of an American citizen?

The law, in both its content and administration, must be reasonable, fair, and impartial in this purpose of government

The power to execute, enforce, and administer laws is called what?

Which one of these is not a theory of the state we discussed in class?

Called “pure” democracy. when the will of the people translates directly into public policy.

This type of government is an alliance of independent states.

According to this rule, in a democracy the majority of people will right more often than wrong.

Someone with certain rights and responsibilities in a state is known as a what?

This idea centers around the belief that we are stronger together.

Which one of these listed is not a duty of a citizen of the United States.

The theory that God created the state, and gave those of royal decent the right to rule.

Also called “representative democracy.” persons chosen by the people.

Which one of these concepts is the cornerstone of Democractic thought?

The power to makes laws is known as what?

Which of these would be considered a responsibility of a citizen of the United States?

In this type of government the executive branch is made up of the prime minister or premiere.

Which theory about the origin of the state is the most important?

Which of these best describes the government serving us as citizens?

Exists where those who rule cannot be held responsible for the will of the people.

This type of government is often described as a centralized government.

In a Democracy, Compromise is essential for three reasons.

Who wrote the Two Treatises of Government? Which influenced the founding fathers of our country.

This is a government in which the power is held by a small group.

This English philosopher wrote that without government people would live in a "state of nature."

According to Democracy, each person is entitled to equal opportunity and equality before the law.

Which one of these is not a purpose of the government?

The purpose of government which ensures that peace is kept is called what?

Which of these countries is the classic example of a Unitary government?

Which one of these is not a basic power of government?

All of things that the government decides to do is called what?

Which one of these is not a basic concept of government?

Which one of these do we not use to classify governments?

This is a body of people, living in a defined territory, organized politically, and with the ability to make and enforce

This Enlightenment philosopher wrote Leviathan. And influenced the writings of Jefferson and other founders.

Which answer best describes the concept of the Worth of the Individual?

Which one of these characteristics is not a requirement to be considered a "state."

This claims that the state developed out of the early family model.

This type of government is one in which the powers of government are divided.

In this theory of government, 1 person or group takes control of a specific area.

This is a government in which a single person holds all the power.

What are the two basic types of government?

Which one of these is not a characteristic required to have a "state"?

This type of government features a separation of power between the executive and legislative.