Origins of the American Government: Part One — Test

Question 1

As a result of the problems of the Industrial Age, some influential reformers called for

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a new economic system.

Question 2

Which statement is an example of a theocracy?

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In Vatican City, the pope makes decisions based on the Catholic religion.

Question 3

Which of these statements best describes the Greek city-states?

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Each city-state had its own form of government.

Question 4

Which of these were problems in the Industrial Age? Choose four correct answers.

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crowded cities; growing inequality; high poverty rates; poor working conditions

Question 5

Which best explains why fascism emerged in Italy in the 1920s?

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The country adopted fascism to solve severe economic problems.

Question 6

Which statement best describes the two main functions of US government?

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It creates laws and provides leadership.

Question 7

Why did governments authorize the creation of joint-stock companies?

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to limit the possibility of risk from trade

Question 8

Which best describes the expected roles of boys and girls in fascist Italy?

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Boys were trained for the military, while girls were taught to be good wives and mothers.

Question 9

A purpose of government in the United States is to

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guarantee rights for its citizens.

Question 10

Which type of government did the ancient Greek city of Athens have?

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a direct democracy

Origins of the American Government: Part One — Test Answers