What is the purpose of all constitutions?
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• to list the rights of citizens
• to create a system of checks and balances
• to establish federal authority over state governments
• to establish rules that a government must follow
The purpose of all constitutions is to establish rules that a government must follow.
Why was it necessary in 1868 to apply the federal Bill of Rights to the states with the 14th Amendment?
(1 point)
O to establish civil rights for visible minorities
• to prevent states from continuing the practice of slaver
O to give the federal government the power to prevent rebellions
• to establish proper checks and balances between state and federal governments
The correct answer is: to establish civil rights for visible minorities. The 14th Amendment was necessary to ensure that the rights guaranteed by the federal Bill of Rights were applied and protected by the states, particularly for African Americans who had recently been freed from slavery.
In which the election process is filling a "seat" based on the population of each state?
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• electing the president
• electing members of the House
• electing members of the Senate
O electing justices to the Supreme Court
The correct answer is: electing members of the House. The number of seats in the House of Representatives is allocated based on the population of each state, with more populous states having more seats.
What is a caucus?
(1 point)
a meeting of the Electoral College to vote for president
a process to determine the members of the Electoral College
• a small election to gauge a state's support for different candidates
a small convention to determine which candidate party delegates will support
The correct answer is: a small convention to determine which candidate party delegates will support. A caucus is a gathering of party members where they discuss and vote on their preferred candidate, ultimately determining which candidate the party delegates will support in the larger nominating convention.
What does civic-mindedness primarily encourage people to do?
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to speak their minds about issues honestly
• to treat other citizens with respect
O to pay attention to government affairs
to study the history of the United States
The correct answer is: to pay attention to government affairs. Civic-mindedness encourages individuals to be informed and engaged in the affairs of their government, including staying informed about current events, understanding how the government functions, and actively participating in the democratic process.
Which two of the following characteristics are necessary for a state to exist? Select two that apply.
(1 point)
• territory
O judiciary
• sovereignty constitution
O federal system
• organized government
• separation of powers