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Which power allows Congress to respond to threats against the United States?

A
the power to declare war
B
the power to create laws
C
the power to collect taxes
D
the power to control trade
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Which is the best description of diplomacy?

A
encouraging travel and tourism between different countries
B
ensuring that other countries remain peaceful and democratic
C
making trade agreements between countries to create more jobs
D
negotiating and maintaining good relationships with other countries
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What is the main purpose of the legislative branch of the US government?

A
to make laws
B
to interpret laws
C
to carry out laws
D
to veto laws
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Read the scenario.Sandra is excited about her idea for a community garden that provides free fruits and vegetables to residents. As she works on her proposal for the upcoming city council meeting, she must decide on the best way to state the important issue in the community that her project will address.

A
The streets in the neighborhood need lots of repairs.
B
Fresh produce is expensive and not widely available locally.
C
The empty lot is overgrown with weeds and grasses.
D
Many residents are not familiar with community history.
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Why are reserved powers important to the states?

A
Reserved powers enable the states to ignore federal laws that they believe are unjust.
B
Reserved powers enable the states to make their own laws to address their unique needs.
C
Reserved powers enable the states to have powers denied to them by the US Constitution.
D
Reserved powers enable the states to have all of the same powers as the federal government.
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What is one reason the president is called the chief legislator?

A
The president signs bills into law.
B
The president hosts foreign leaders.
C
The president amends the Constitution.
D
The president overrides legislative vetoes.
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What causes the majority of water pollution?

A
plastic materials
B
biodegradable materials
C
natural materials
D
animal materials
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What number should be added to both sides of the equation to complete the square? x2 + 12x = 11

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What is a government’s revenue?

A
the public goods and services that it funds
B
the income it collects from various sources
C
the plan it creates for how to spend money
D
the laws it passes related to collecting taxes
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Who can propose a new law?

A
only the Speaker of the House
B
the members of the cabinet
C
any representative or senator
D
the president or vice president

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