In 1977, over 1000 PACs existed. By 2012, the number was over 4600. What is the result of this?

National elections have become very expensive

What does the political cartoon above say about taxes?

Some civics duties, like paying taxes, are complicated

Comments that news channels like FOX News are “biased” means -

Viewers believe news favors one party over another

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1
Which document served as the first constitution of the United States?
1st Amendment
Charters of VA
Massachusetts Constitution
Articles of Confederation
2
In 1977, over 1000 PACs existed. By 2012, the number was over 4600. What is the result of this?
Fewer people and organizations donate money to candidates
National elections have become very expensive
Individuals can donate as much as they want
Third parties have won more national elections since 1977
3
According to the chart, what could be predicted as the outcome for the November 2010 election?
This race is too close to predict
The Republicans will win
Independents will be important
The Democrats will win
4
The Preamble of the Constitution begins with
A declaration of rights
When in the course of human events
We the people
To all whom these presents shall come
5
What does the political cartoon above say about taxes?
Some civics duties, like paying taxes, are complicated
Paying taxes helps benefit the common good and society
It is the responsibility of citizens to pay their taxes
Not everyone agrees with paying taxes to the government
6
Comments that news channels like FOX News are “biased” means -
Viewers think the news is just for entertainment
Reporters do not give their personal opinion when reporting
Viewers believe news favors one party over another
News channels only report bad news
7
When James Madison wrote the Bill of Rights, which document served as his inspiration?
VA Statute of Free Speech
Articles of Confederation
Treaty of Paris
VA Declaration of Rights
8
Which group replaces the question mark?
Legislators
Judges
Lobbyists
Voters
9
The Preamble of the Constitution describes the -
Reason for becoming independent
roles and responsibilities of Congress
Purpose of US Government
Process for electing the president
10
How many times has the Constitution been amended since the Bill of Rights?
20
27
10
17

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