1. Jeopardy Final Jeopardy Limited Government Bill of Rights Safeguards
Limits
Preamble
Political
Parties
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Which part of the U.S. Constitution states the six purposes of government?
A. Bill of Rights
B. Article IV
C. Preamble
D. Article I C

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In the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, what is the meaning of the phrase "We the People"?
A. The people express their will through political parties.
B. The people express their will by directly creating laws.
C. Government receives taxes from the people and exists to support them.
D. Government receives its power from the people and exists to serve them. D.

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How is this statement reflected in the modern American political system?
A. Voters elect Congress members.
B. The Electoral College elects Congress.
C. Congress enforces policies.
D. The president enacts policies. A

6. 2 - $100 What check does the U.S. Senate have on the president?
A. overriding vetoes
B. appointing judges
C. declaring laws unconstitutional
D. refusing to confirm appointments D

7. 2 - $200 B

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Which principle supports President Eisenhower's action to uphold the U.S. Supreme Court's decision that public schools should be integrated?
A. judicial review
B. checks and balances
C. separation of powers
D. constitutional government D

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Where can a description of U.S. citizens' civil liberties be found?
A. Declaration of Independence
B. Preamble to the Constitution
C. Pledge of Allegiance
D. Bill of Rights D

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11. 3 - $300 A

12. 4 - $100 Which right is NOT mentioned in the U.S. Constitution?
A. petition the government
B. due process of the law
C. trial by jury
D. privacy D

13. 4 - $200 B

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What constitutional protections have resulted from these events?
A. Constitutional protections from cruel and unusual punishment are safeguarded while executions continue.
B. Constitutional protections from cruel and unusual punishment are limited while executions continue.
C. Constitutional protections of due process of law are safeguarded while executions continue.
D. Constitutional protections of due process of law are limited while executions continue. A

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What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today?
A. Democratic and Republican
B. Democratic and Libertarian
C. Socialist and Republican
D. Socialist and Libertarian A

17. 5 - $200 A

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In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?
A. the responsibilities of government
B. the frequency of national elections
C. the legality of the U.S. Constitution
D. the support for the U.S. military soldier A

19. Final Jeopardy
How many representatives are in the U.S. House of Representatives?
435

20. Jeopardy Final Jeopardy 3 Branches Political Candidates Impact of
Media
Current Issues
Amendment
Process
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21. 1 - $100 D Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress?
A. U.S. permanent resident
B. at least 25 years old
C. at least 30 years old
D. U.S. citizen D

22. 1 - $200 D

23. 1 - $300 C

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Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
A. military officers
B. elected officials
C. interest groups
D. circuit judges C

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Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?
A. watching political debates on television
B. discussing political issues at work
C. collecting opinions for a yearbook
D. gathering signatures for a petition D

26. 2 - $300 C

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Which option represents a way that multiple perspectives are reflected in political participation?
A. public meetings
B. press conference
C. legislative sessions
D. State of the Union address A

28. 3 - $200 D

29. 3 - $300 D

30. 4 - $100 Which branch of federal government makes laws? A. bureaucracy
B. executive
C. judicial
D. legislative D

31. 4 - $200 A

32. 4 - $300 A

33. 5 - $100 C Which is the last step in amending the U.S. Constitution?
A. The voters approve the amendment in a national election.
B. The president signs the amendment in a public ceremony.
C. Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.
D. Two-thirds of both houses of Congress ratify the amendment. C

34. 5 - $200 C

35. 5 - $300 A

36. Final Jeopardy
Which branch of the government has the power of judicial review?
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Eastern Branch

37. Jeopardy Final Jeopardy Constitution Rights 3 Branches Media
Vocabulary 1
Vocabulary 2
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Which individual protection is found in the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
A. privacy rights
B. property rights
C. forced internment
D. civil disobedience
B-Eminent Domain

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Which action represents an individual exercising a constitutional right?
A. summary judgment
B. quartering soldiers
C. civil disobedience
D. double jeopardy C

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What has been one long-term result of the constitutional protection of free speech?
A. fewer court cases involving minors
B. fewer laws limiting minority rights
C. a more accurate election
D. a more informed society D

41. 2 - $100 B

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What do the highest courts of Florida and the United States have in common?
A. Both have the same number of justices.
B. Both have chief justices.
C. Justices serve for life with good behavior.
D. Justices serve for set terms of office. B

43. 2 - $300 B

44. 3 - $100 Which option presents a clear point of view? A. bias
B. metaphor
C. propaganda
D. symbolism A

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Name and describe a propaganda technique.

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A person who participates in government activities in order to influence government
Lobbyist

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Name and describe a propaganda technique.

50. 5 - $100 Government action in the form of laws, rules, or regulations.
Public policy

51. 5 - $200 A place where society discusses issues that affect everyone.
Public sphere

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The method of spreading ideas or information for the purpose of helping or injuring an institution, a cause, or a person.
Propaganda

53. Final Jeopardy
What are the primary responsibilities of the 3 branches of government?