1. Am. Gov’t A Custom Assessment
Short-Answer Essay Test
REVIEW
RESEARCH
RESPOND

2. Questions are worth 10 points each.
INSTRUCTIONS
Answer SIX (6) of these eight essay
responses in
complete sentences
(essay format). 1.
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for authenticity. 2. 1 2 3 3.
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Questions are worth 10 points each.

3. Question #1
Analyzing Primary Sources: The Preamble to the US Constitution lays out the purposes of the Constitution. Which two purposes/goals are most important? How does the Constitution fulfill each purpose? Use specific examples in your response. Use at least 5-6 sentences.
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4. Question #2
Justify: What are the three most important characteristics that are necessary for a government to meet the needs of the people? Explain why these traits are essential to success. Give specific examples to support your arguments. Use at least 6-7 sentences
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5. Question #3
Prioritize: Choose three of the following qualities that you believe are the most important for a legislative branch. For each quality, explain why it contributes to an effective Congress. Use at least 6-7 sentences in your response.
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Protects the Constitution
Works well with the President
Passes laws for the country’s good
Has diverse membership
Focuses on national defense
Balances the budget
Acts in the interest of the states
Focuses on foreign aid
Tries to find compromises
Has experienced membership
Creates new jobs
Focuses on diplomatic relations

6. Question #4 [Type response here]
Historical Significance: Choose two of the qualities below that you believe are the most important for Us Presidents to possess. Based on your choices, who do you consider to be the best US President in our country’s history? Use specific examples to support your claims. Use at least 6-7 sentences in your response.
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Inspiring
Well-Informed
Trustworthy
Well-educated
Decisive
Authoritative
Knowledge of foreign affairs
Commitment to the Constitution
Open-minded
Independent
Humble
Honest
Charming
Diplomatic

7. Question #5
Evaluate: What qualities do you think make an effective judge? Choose three of the following qualities you believe are the most important. Then explain why they make an effective judge. Keep these qualities in mind as you move through this unit.Use at least 6-7 sentenes.
educated
Thoughtful
Committed to the Constitution
Decisive
Conservative
Liberal
Disciplined
Opinionated
Stubborn
Honest
Cultured
Independent
Fair
Impartial
Partisan

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JUSTIFY: The Constitution set up a set of checks and balances among the three branches of government. Explain at least one specific way that each branch can check one of the other two branches. In your response, explain how each check limits the power of the other branch.
Does our system of checks and balances really keep one branch of government from becoming more powerful than the other two? Use specific examples to support your argument. Use at least 7-8 sentences.
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9. Question #7
Evaluate: Which three Amendments to the Constitution most benefit US citizens? Use specific examples and explanations to support your arguments. Use at least 6-7 sentences in your response.
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10. Question #8 I believe the biggest threat to our government today is….
Predict: Complete the following sentence starters. Use specific examples to make your point. Use at least 6-7 sentences.
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I believe the biggest threat to our government today is….
Our government could overcome this threat by…

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