Palestinians' relationship worsened w/ Israel after Hamas Party won 2006 parliamentary election

because Hamas Party wanted to destroy Israel as a country.

Why did fighting in the second Palestinian Intifada die down in 2005?

Israel removed its settlers from the Gaza Strip.

The legislative branch checks the executive branch by

passing laws over veto wit 2/3 vote.

After Paul began to preach Christianity to people with non-Jewish backgrounds,

Christians(non-Jewish) outnumbered Christians(Jewish).

Which one of the following is not a requirement to be President?

must be a resident of Washington before the election

Why is it harder for Mongolia to export goods than it is for China and Taiwan?

Mongolia has no seaport + makes it hard to transport goods.

What is the religious importance of Jerusalem?

Muslims believe Muhammad went to heaven from Jerusalem.

The Judicial branch checks the Legislative branch by

declaring laws unconstitutional.

Many inventions were first developed under the rule of Chinese dynasties, including

the magnetic compass and gunpowder.

Which of the following is a cultural exchange that the people of Japan have taken part in?

Japanese martial arts has become popular around the world.

States the purpose of the of the Constitution.

The first thing the delegates did at the Constitutional Convention was

elect George Washington to preside.

In Lebanon, the democratic government's constitution requires that its leaders must be

members of particular religious groups.

Why did Japan need to rebuild its economy following WWII?

Bombing had destroyed almost all of the country's industry.

What effect did workers' low wage in China and Taiwan have on export sales?

Other countries quickly bought the low-priced products.

Beginning in the 1600s, Tokugawa shoguns who ruled Japan tried to maintain stability/order by

closing country from outside world to prevent disruption.

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1
What is the number of justices on the Supreme Court?
9
15
27
109
2
Palestinians' relationship worsened w/ Israel after Hamas Party won 2006 parliamentary election
Hamas wanted PLO representatives in Israel's parliament.
because Hamas Party wanted Israel to invade Lebanon.
because Hamas wanted barriers to prevent Israeli invasions.
because Hamas Party wanted to destroy Israel as a country.
3
What religion, based on the Jewish tradition, arose in the region around A.D. 30?
Buddhism
Hinduism
Christianity
Islam
4
Why did fighting in the second Palestinian Intifada die down in 2005?
Israel moved more settlers in the West Bank.
Israel removed its settlers from the Gaza Strip.
Israel built barriers around West Bank and Gaza Strip.
Israel agreed to a peace plan with PLO.
5
A formal request written to the Supreme Court to hear a case is known as a
writ of certiorari (cert).
bill of attainder.
ex post facto law.
writ of habeas corpus.
6
Japan's economy grew as Japan produced and exported well-made products such as
electronics.
furniture.
textiles.
cash crops.
7
Which amendment prohibits quartering of troops in time of peace?
Amendment IX (9)
Amendment IV (4)
Amendment III (3)
Amendment V (5)
8
The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called
the Preamble.
a bill of attainder.
the Bill of Rights.
the Civil Amendments.
9
The legislative branch checks the executive branch by
passing laws over veto wit 2/3 vote.
using the veto.
reducing the President's salary.
declaring laws unconstitutional.
10
After Paul began to preach Christianity to people with non-Jewish backgrounds,
non-Jewish people introduced Islamic beliefs to Christianity
non-Jewish people rejected Christianity.
Christians(non-Jewish) outnumbered Christians(Jewish).
non-Jewish Christians became a minority in the new religion.
11
Power not given to Federal government are reserved for states/people come from which amendment?
Amendment VII (7)
Amendment XXVI (26)
Amendment X (10)
Amendment XVI (16)
12
Which amendment says you have the right to bear arms?
Amendment IV (4)
Amendment I (1)
Amendment III (3)
Amendment II (2)
13
What do the fountains at the the Bicentennial Mall represent?
the soldiers who died during WWI
all of the rivers in Tennessee
14
Which one of the following is not a requirement to be President?
must be a resident of Washington before the election
must be a natural-born citizen
must be a resident of the U.S. for at least 14 years
must be at least 35
15
What is the total number of members in the House of Representatives?
100
453
50
435
16
Impeachment charges are started by the
President.
Supreme Court.
House of Representatives.
Senate.
17
Congress is divided into
two branches.
three houses.
three branches.
two houses.
18
Trade between Japan and South Korea is based on
interdependence.
output.
scarcity.
comparative advantage.
19
The Article that established the Supreme Court is
Article II (2)
Article IV (4)
Article I (1)
Article III (3)
20
Which amendment guarantees people have more rights than just ones listed in the Constitution?
Amendment XIX (19)
Amendment VIII (8)
Amendment XVIII (18)
Amendment IX (9)
21
Like the Arabs of the West Bank and Gaza Strip, many Israeli Arabs consider themselves to be
Lebanese.
Shia Muslim.
Palestinian.
Druze.
22
Which one of the following is not a requirement to be a Senator?
must be a natural-born citizen
must be at least 30 years old
a citizen of the U.S. for at least 9 years
live in the state they represent
23
Which of the following is not a requirement to be a Representative?
must be a natural-born citizen
live in the state from which he/she was elected
a citizen of the U.S. for at least 7 years
must be at least 25 years old
24
Why is it harder for Mongolia to export goods than it is for China and Taiwan?
Mongolia has a command economy + few goods to export.
Mongolia produces good of lower quality than China + Taiwan.
Mongolia charges higher export taxes than China + Taiwan.
Mongolia has no seaport + makes it hard to transport goods.
25
What is the religious importance of Jerusalem?
Muslims hold religious ties between Jerusalem and Damascus.
Muhammad built a mosque in Jerusalem before his death.
Muslims believe Muhammad went to heaven from Jerusalem.
Muslims believe Muhammad was born in Jerusalem.
26
One of the economic challenges Japan has faced in recent years is
recession.
isolation.
unlimited government.
limited government.
27
The Judicial branch checks the Legislative branch by
declaring laws unconstitutional.
vetoing the law.
making them sit in "time-out."
firing the Congressmen who voted for the law.
28
The rise of Japan as a military power in the early 1900s can be traced back to
the Korean War.
Hangul.
the Meiji Restoration.
Confucianism.
29
Many inventions were first developed under the rule of Chinese dynasties, including
the cotton gin and the steam engine.
the plow and the printing press.
the magnetic compass and gunpowder.
the wheel and matches.
30
Which of the following is a cultural exchange that the people of Japan have taken part in?
Japanese government-style was adapted by many other nations.
Japanese movies are seen throughout the world.
Japanese martial arts has become popular around the world.
The Shinto religion is popular around the world.
31
One of the major problems North Korea presents for other countries is its
nuclear program.
economy.
aging population.
frequent natural disasters.
32
The Preamble
States the purpose of the of the Constitution.
influenced the War of Independence.
states the purpose of the Declaration of Independence.
concludes the Constitution.
33
Members of the House of Representatives are elected for
two years.
four years.
six years.
for life.
34
Japan highly values _______, which has allowed it's economy to grow extensively after WWII.
saving money
education
UN troops
the shogun
35
The first thing the delegates did at the Constitutional Convention was
elect George Washington to preside.
determine how many branches there should be in government.
find a bathroom.
ring the Liberty Bell to call the meeting to order.
36
In Lebanon, the democratic government's constitution requires that its leaders must be
residents of certain cities.
members of particular political parties.
members of particular religious groups.
residents of certain provinces.
37
Bicameral means having
one house.
four houses.
two houses.
three houses.
38
Both North Korea and South Korea are _____ countries
tropical
flat
isolated
mountainous
39
Why did Japan need to rebuild its economy following WWII?
Japan has a new democratic government.
Japan was taken over by Korea + needed to adapt its economy.
Japan wanted to switch to an agriculturally- based economy.
Bombing had destroyed almost all of the country's industry.
40
Economic conditions in South Korea as compared to those in North Korea can be best described as
booming.
interdependence.
crippling.
a command economy.
41
What amendment guarantees that a person can't be tried twice for same crime/double jeopardy?
Amendment IX (9)
Amendment I (1)
Amendment VI (6)
Amendment V (5)
42
The term of the justices of the Supreme Court is
for life.
six years.
ten years.
eight years.
43
In the command economy, poor planning is likely to led to
product shortages and waste.
reduced consumer spending.
more farms.
lower prices.
44
One of the most important types of cases the Supreme Court hears, deals with
state vs state.
appeals cases.
Constitutional Law.
state vs foreign country.
45
All appointments to the Supreme Court must be made by the _____ and approved by the _____.
House of Representatives
Congress/President
President/other justices
President/Senate
46
Before the adoption of the Constitution, the newly independent states were joined by the
Articles of Confederation.
Magna Carta.
Bill of Rights.
Mayflower Compact.
47
The Dead Sea is a significant feature of the region surrounding Israel because the Dead Sea is
on the border of a mountain chain.
a large source of fresh water.
in the middle of the Fertile Crescent.
the lowest land on the planet.
48
What effect did workers' low wage in China and Taiwan have on export sales?
Other countries quickly bought the low-priced products.
Other countries looked for even lower-priced products.
Other countries made low-priced products themselves.
Other countries did not want the low-priced products.
49
What does the crack in the Bicentennial Mall Wall symbolize?
The Vietnam War
WWI
WWII
The Civil War
50
Beginning in the 1600s, Tokugawa shoguns who ruled Japan tried to maintain stability/order by
closing country from outside world to prevent disruption.
conquering nearby countries to create barriers to invasion.
developing a new style of writing.
increasing trade with Europeans.
51
Unlike China, Mongolia became a democracy
with a command economy.
with a market economy.
with a one-child policy.
because of widespread famine.
52
What is total number of U.S. Senators?
50
435
354
100
53
Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy trial with(if needed)a court-appointed lawyer?
Amendment VI (6)
Amendment VII (7)
Amendment VIII (8)
Amendment V (5)
54
More than 80% of all Japanese people practice a combination of Buddhism and
Catholicism.
Islam.
Shinto.
Hinduism.
55
The number of members in the House is based on _____, while Senate is based on _____.
equality/equality
equality/population
population/population
population/equality
56
The Legislative Branch
makes laws.
explains laws.
enforces laws.
vetoes laws.
57
Which amendment guarantees the right to a trail by jury?
Amendment VI (6)
Amendment V (5)
Amendment IV (4)
Amendment VII (7)
58
Great Compromise was presented creating Senate, based on ____, and House, based on _____.
Connecticut Plan/Pennsylvania Plan
Pennsylvania Plan/Connecticut Plan
Virginia Plan/New Jersey Plan
New Jersey Plan/Virginia Plan
59
The ___ acts as a jury in an impeachment of a President.
Senate
House
President
Supreme Court
60
The plan of government that called for a bicameral Congress based o population was the
New Jersey Plan.
Great Compromise.
Virginia Plan.
Florida Plan.
61
Which of the following helped unify and protect ancient China?
Daoism
a command economy
powerful emperors
Confucianism
62
Syria's autocracy, led by the Baath Party, has limited personal freedom in the country by
allowing only two political parties to exist.
taking away women's right to vote in elections.
holding infrequent free elections.
keeping Syria under a state of emergency since 1963.
63
U.S. Senators are elected for
four years.
for life.
six years.
two years.
64
In 587 B.C., the Babylonians conquered the Israelite Kingdom of Judah and
chose Abraham as their leader.
enslaved people from Judah.
renamed the region Judea.
built a temple in Jerusalem.
65
Qualifications as to who is allowed to run, and become, President of the U.S. can be found in
Article II (2)
Article IV (4)
Article III (3)
Article I (1)
66
The power to determine if a law is constitutional/ unconstitutional by the Supreme Court is
Legislative judging.
Judicial review.
Constitutional judging
Executive review.
67
Who is the man that is considered the "Father of the Constitution?"
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Paine
James Monroe
James Madison
68
Which amendment protects people against unreasonable search and seizures?
Amendment IV (4)
Amendment II (2)
Amendment III (3)
Amendment I (1)
69
Which amendment safeguards against excessive bails, fines, and cruel or unusual punishments?
Amendment VIII (8)
Amendment IX (9)
Amendment X (10)
Amendment VII (7)
70
The Article that explains how a bill can become a law is
Article I (1)
Article II (2)
Article III (3)
Article IV (4)
71
Did the governments of China/Mongolia/Taiwan change after the 1980s? Which changed and how?
Mongolia and Taiwan allowed political parties in elections.
Mongolia and China both set up a second political party.
The governments of China/Mongolia/Taiwan didn't change.
China's Communist Party allowed new political parties.
72
Which of the following is not included in the Preamble?
to provide for the common defense
to form a ore perfect union
to promote the pursuit of happiness
to establish justice
73
Which amendment protects freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition?
Amendment III (3)
Amendment I (1)
Amendment II (2)
Amendment IV (4)
74
Jewish beliefs include following the Ten Commandments, which
explain the customs of religious services.
provide guidelines for acting justly and fairly.
give instructions for democratic government.
give directions for obeying Jewish dietary laws.
75
Which group in Chinese society is not given equal education and job opportunities.
Buddhists
Men
Women
The wealthy
76
What is the number of amendments that have been added to the Constitution?
25
10
27
16
77
The border between South Korea and North Korea is referred to as
a demilitarized zone.
a peaceful zone.
an economic zone.
a war zone.
78
Who controlled the government in ancient Japan?
Samurai
Dynasties
Shoguns
The people
79
The executive branch can check, or control, the legislative branch by
declaring laws unconstitutional.
vetoing laws.
controlling salaries.
asking Mrs. McDaniel to fire all the Congress.
80
How has government corruption in some countries harmed people's standard of living?
by limiting access to the countries' mineral resources
by discouraging women from getting an education
by weakening the countries' economies
by decreasing the size of the middle class
81
Power in the United States government is divided among
two branches
twenty-five branches
three branches
seven branches
82
The Judicial Branch
makes laws.
interprets laws.
enforces laws.
vetoes laws.
83
The biggest argument at the Constitutional Convention was between
the rich and the poor.
the big men and the small men.
the large states and the small states.
the British and the Americans.
84
The Electoral College was established by the Constitutional Convention because
they wanted a longer election period.
they wanted to confuse the American people.
the Founding Fathers didn't want people to make mistakes.
85
One way the government of Kim Jong-il controls the lives of the North Korean people by
updating machinery in farms and factories
controlling info the people receive from the outside world
requiring every citizen to vote.
enforcing free trade with other nations.
86
The title of the presiding officer of the Senate is the
Vice President
Speaker.
Chief Justice.
President.
87
Deng Xiaoping made reforms in China, which included
ending communism in China.
moving China toward a market economy.
outlawing the one-child policy in China.
uniting China and Mongolia under one ruler.
88
What problem do Chinese cities suffer from?
lower literacy rates than rural areas
air pollution
lower life expectancy than rural areas
too many hydoelectric plants
89
In the command economy, who decides what goods will be produced?
manufacturers
government
company employees
consumers
90
What is the Supreme Law of the Land?
U.S. Constitution
Mrs. McDaniel's classroom rules
law passed by Congress
U.S. treaty
91
The number of Articles in the U.S. Constitution is
two.
seven.
nine.
three.
92
Both Japan and the Koreas have been influenced by
Buddhism
shoguns
the Tokugawa
a constitutional monarchy
93
Rural parents in China's market economy often cant afford to pay for school, so their children
are urged to attend college.
frequently find high-wage jobs.
often remain illiterate.
tend to move away from cities.
94
In which nations are reporters most likely to be free to report the news as they see it?
China and Taiwan
China and Mongolia
Taiwan and Mongolia
China
95
The Executive Branch
enforces laws.
explains laws.
declares laws unconditional.
makes laws.
96
In 668, the kingdom of Silla conquered Korean kingdoms + pushed ____ empire off the peninsula.
Japan's
China's
India's
Russia's
97
The first person in line that take's the President's place is
the President pro tempore.
Vice President.
Chief Justice
the Speaker of the House.
98
The Preamble begins with
When in the course of human events...
We the citizens need to form...
We the people of the United States...
As people of the United States...
99
All revenue, or money, bills have to originate in the
House of Representatives
Senate
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
100
What contributed to the rapid growth of Japan's economy following World War II?
Fewer loans being given to businesses
a decrease in exported goods
new factories with modern technology
a poorly educated workface

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