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Studies Weekly Civics and Government Unit 1
Studies Weekly Civics and Government Unit 1
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What is one thing you should consider as you research an issue?
Multiple Opinions
Multiple Findings
Multiple Perspectives
Multiple Sources
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The right to bare arms is protected in the ______ amendment.
fourth
first
second
third
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What term means to have a respectful conversation?
Jury Duty
Civic Rights
Common Good
Civil Discourse
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A letter asking for something to be done that is signed by the people sharing the same opinion is called a...
Petition
Plan
Promise
Proposal
5
This branch of the government creates the laws and taxes
Congressional
Judicial
Executive
Legislative
6
A ______ source is unbiased and is backed up by evidence.
unbiased
credible
relevant
reliable
7
The leader of the city government is called...
Mayor
Senator
President
Governor
8
The first amendment protects the freedom of speech, religion, and The press
True
False
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People around the world have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We call these...
National Human Rights
Universal Human Rights
State Human Rights
Community Human Rights
10
The President is the head of which branch of government?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Congress
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If a citizen is accused of a crime, they have the right to a trial and to face their accuser. This is the right to ____.
Inalienable Rights
Due Process
Probable Cause
Just Compensation
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Which of the following is an important function of the Bill of Rights?
It limits the power of the militar
It limits the power of the state government
It limits the power of the police
It limits the power of the federal government
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What 3 rights does the first amendmnet protect?
None of the above
Justice, happiness and fairness
life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness
Freedom of speech, religion and press
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An important part of voting is being informed about the issues. Which of the following is a way voters can be informed?
Not researching information for yourself
Only listenting to ones die of the issue
Ignoring political ads
Listening to speeches
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The purpose of a treaty is to...
Begin a conflict
End a conflict
Establish the government of the colony
Outline taxes to be paid to the king
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If a government official goes through your home without probable cause, this is known as an illegal _______.
Just Compensation
Search and Seizure
Due Process
Warrant
17
______ includes the right to own property, change employment, operate a business, and join a labor union.
Political Rights
Civil Rights
Economic Rights
Natural Rights
18
______ creates equality and ensures that everyone's rights are protected.
Natural Rights
Political Rights
Economic Rights
Civil Rights
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Which of the following services is paid through taxes?
Community Parks
Books
Housing
Clothing
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What is the purpose of a charter?
To end a conflict
To begin a conflict
To outline agreements and certain rights
To create alliances
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when people think about what is best for everyone is called the
common good
False
True
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Which of the following are democratic principals?
Fairness
Justice
Life
Happiness
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What is the 1st step in solving community problems?
Suggesting Solutions
Reflecting on the Plan
Stating the Problem
Contacting Experts
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What are the 3 branches of government?
Congress
Judicial
Executive
Legislative
25
What is NOT a common characteristic of public policy issues?
Decisions must be made by a group
Current issue that people care about
Disagreement on the issue
Issue that only the government can solve
26
______ includes the right to vote, petition, assemble, and run for public office
Political Rights
Natural Rights
Economic Rights
Civil Rights
27
How can citizens work with political leaders to solve problems?
By attending the meetings
By reading the news
By serving on juries
By volunteering
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If accused of a crime, the ______ amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial.
fifth
sixth
fourth
second
