Unit Test

Question 1

The authority to control local issues within a larger government rule is called

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home rule.

Question 2

Supreme Court justices are approved by

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the Senate.

Question 3

Which individual freedom is protected under the Constitution?

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the freedom to assemble together for peaceful meetings

Question 4

Passing laws, creating courts, and collecting taxes are examples of

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concurrent powers.

Question 5

According to the Constitution, the judicial branch of the federal government is headed by

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the Supreme Court

Question 6

Why is judicial review important in a democracy?

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It allows the judiciary to keep a check on the power of the legislature and the executive.

Question 7

Which would most likely fall under appellate jurisdiction?

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a case appealed from a lower court

Question 8

The Constitution limits the executive branch from declaring war by giving that power to

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the legislative branch.

Question 9

Supreme Court justices are appointed by

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the president.

Question 10

What is one way in which Michigan’s state government directly affects the citizens of the state?

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by setting policies on services like health care, education and public safety

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