A Citizen's Responsibilities

Question 1

The Department of Defense is most closely connected with

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the military.

Question 2

Which describes a difference between the duties of House members and the duties of Senate members?

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Senate members represent state interests while House members represent district interests.

Question 3

What happens first when a bill is introduced in the House?

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The bill is assigned to a committee, who looks into it and recommends changes.

Question 4

A criminal case may be dismissed if which event occurs?

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The judge feels there is no reasonable case against the defendant.

Question 5

Courts of general jurisdiction typically have

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a judge and jury.

Question 6

Read the passage.Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, held a vision for the country that emphasized agrarian values and a small federal government. He was deeply invested in the idea of an educated citizenry, leading to his support for state-controlled public education systems. Economically, Jefferson was a proponent of free-market policies, but he was also responsible for the Louisiana Purchase, which significantly expanded the country’s territory. His governance style was characterized by a commitment to individual liberties and a cautious approach to governmental power and intervention.Franklin D. Roosevelt, often referred to as FDR, was the 32nd president of the United States and led the country through the Great Depression with his New Deal—a series of social programs, reforms, and public works projects. His governance style marked a departure from laissez-faire economics, involving the federal government directly in economic recovery and creating lasting social safety nets like Social Security. FDR’s leadership saw a significant expansion of the federal government’s role in an effort to address widespread unemployment and economic hardship.

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Jefferson supported limited federal intervention, while Roosevelt expanded government in social and economic arenas.

Question 7

Read the scenario.Grace wants to buy a pair of shoes sold in a different state. When she arrives, she pays the cashier in uniform bills used in both the state she lives in and the one she is buying the shoes in. The bills are accepted and Grace returns home with the new shoes.Which US leader’s action made this process possible?

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Abraham Lincoln

Question 8

A history class is studying the impact of various US leaders on education. The students are given a slogan that represents a leader's educational philosophy and are asked to identify the leader. The slogan is "Freedom in learning, power to the states - Education that reflects our diversity!"Which leader's ideas on education does it best represent?

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Thomas Jefferson

Question 9

Read the scenario.Kamari wants to start his own small business. He plans to create and sell copper art. He can take advantage of tax opportunities to assist in his business planning, reducing the need for large cash investments.Which US leader’s action made this process possible?

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Ronald Reagan

Question 10

A citizen becomes involved in the policymaking function of local government by

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learning about local issues.

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