Question 1

In the United States, the use of Implied Powers and the amending process have resulted in

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The Constitution being adapted to fit the changing times

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The limiting of Presidential power in domestic affairs

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Strengthening of the principle of separation of powers

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A general loss of individual rights

Question 2

1777 Articles of Confederation

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Decentralized government power in states and national legislature

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Supreme Court says Congress can regulate local commerce

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slaves rights are protected under law (due process and civil rights)

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Congress can make laws it needs in order to carry out its own power

Question 3

Match the impact/change in the legislative branch to the event that caused the change:  1787 Elastic Clause

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Congress can make laws it needs in order to carry out its own delegated powers

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decentralized government power in states and national legislature

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Supreme Court says Congress can regulate state commerce

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slave rights are protected under the law (due process and civil rights)

Question 4

Match the impact/change in the legislative branch to the event that caused the change:  1868 14th Amendment

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Slaves rights are protected (due process and civil rights)

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Supreme Court says Congress can regulate state commerce

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congress can make laws it needs to carry out its own power

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decentralized government in states and national legislature

Question 5

Match the impact/change in the legislative branch to the event that caused the change:   1905 Commerce Clause

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Supreme Court says Congress can regulate local commerce

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U. S. Senators elected directly by the poeple

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decentralized government power in states and national legislature

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Congress can make laws it needs to in order to carry out its own delegated powers

Question 6

Match the impact/change in the legislative branch to the event that caused the change:  1913 17th Amendment

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U. S. Senators are elected directly by the people

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slaves rights are protected under law

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decentralized power in states and national legislature

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Congress can make laws it needs in order to carry out its delegated powers

Question 7

In order for a bill to become law, what happens after both houses of Congress pass it?

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The President signs it.

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The President vetoes it.

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The Supreme Court interprets it.

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The Supreme Court reviews it.

Question 8

In the United States Constitution, the power to impeach a federal government official is given to the

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House of Representatives

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Senate

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Supreme Court

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President

Question 9

The Key leader of the Senate is the

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Vice President of the United States

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Speaker of the House

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House Majority Leader

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Chairman of the House

Question 10

Which of these received increased authority under the reserved powers clause of the Constitution

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States

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Supreme court

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Congress

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Businesses

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of an ex post facto law?

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Police arresting a citizen for smoking yesterday when the law took affect today.

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Police not explaining to the court why they are holding someone in jail

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The President refusing to sign a bill while Congress is adjourned effectively killing it

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Congress passing a law that requires men to register with the Selective Service when the turn 18

Question 12

Which phrase best distinguishes the difference between reserved powers and delegated (expressed) powers?

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Reserved powers are powers left to the states.

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Reserved powers are granted to the federal government by the “elastic clause.”

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All reserved powers are for the national government

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Reserved powers are powers that the states and national government share

Question 13

What are the qualifications to be a member of the U.S. House of Representatives?

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25 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, live in the state they represent

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18 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, live in the state they represent

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30 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, live in the state they represent

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21 years old, U.S. citizen for 7 years, live in the state they represent

Question 14

What are the qualifications to be a member of the U.S. Senate?

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30 years old, U.S. citizen for 9 years, live in the state they represent

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21 years old, U.S. citizen for 9 years, live in the state they represent

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25 years old, U.S. citizen for 9 years, live in the state they represent

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18 years old, U.S. citizen for 9 years, live in the state they represent

Question 15

How long is a U.S. Senator's term?

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6 years

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12 years

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2 years

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life

Question 16

How long is a U.S. House of Representative's term?

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2 years

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6 years

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life

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20 years

Question 17

How many Senators does each state get?

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2

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4

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8

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6

Question 18

How are the number of U.S. House of Representatives determined for your state?

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Population as determined by Census

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The President decides

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Date of entry into the Union

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Political Affiliation

Question 19

Match the position to the correct level of government:  Council

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Local

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Federal

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State

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County

Question 20

Match the position to the correct level of government:  Commission

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County

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Federal

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State

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Local

Question 21

Match the position to the correct level of government:  City Manager

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Local

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County

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Federal

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State

Question 22

Match the position to the correct level of government:  Congress

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Federal

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Local

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State

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County

Question 23

Match the position to the correct level of government:  General Assembly

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State

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County

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Local

Question 24

How does a Bill become Law?

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Bill introduced in either Chamber, Bill referred to Committee, Bill edited/voted on by Committee, Sent to opposite Chamber from where bill originated,   Joint Committee makes Final changes, Both Chambers debate & vote on Final Bill, Passed Bills are sent to President, President can either sign Bill or Veto it.

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Bill introduced in either Chamber, Bill referred to Committee, Bill edited/voted on by Committee, Sent to opposite Chamber from where bill originated,   Joint Committee makes Final changes, Passed Bills are sent to President, President can either sign Bill or Veto it.

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Bill introduced in either Chamber, Bill referred to Committee, Bill edited/voted on by Committee,  Joint Committee makes Final changes, Both Chambers debate & vote on Final Bill, Passed Bills are sent to President, President can either sign Bill or Veto it.

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Bill introduced in either Chamber, Bill referred to Committee, Bill edited/voted on by Committee, Sent to opposite Chamber from where bill originated,   Joint Committee makes Final changes, Both Chambers debate & vote on Final Bill, Passed Bills are sent to President, President can only Veto it.

Question 25

Which of the following are Expressed Powers?

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Declare War, Collect Taxes, Coin Money

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Issue Drivers license, 
Conduct Elections,

Question 26

Which of the following are Reserved Powers?

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Issue Drivers license
Conduct Elections

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Declare War
Collect Taxes
Coin Money

Question 27

Which of the following are Concurrent Powers?

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Collect Taxes, Establish Courts

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Declare War
Coin Money

Question 28

Which of the following are duties/roles/responsibilities of the legislative branch?

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Declare War, 
Confirm presidential appointments, 
Override presidential vetoes,
Make Laws,
Impeach Federal Officials

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Declare laws unconstitutional, 
Appoint Federal Judges.
Issue Executive orders

Question 29

How many Commissioners are on the County Commission

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3

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2

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1

Question 30

How long do County Commissioners serve?

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4

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3

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1

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2

Question 31

What are the qualifications to be a member of the Missouri General Assembly House of Representatives?

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24 years of age to be elected, must be a qualified Missouri voter for two years, and a resident of the county or district of their constituency for one year.

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House of Representatives must be 36 years of age to be elected. Representatives also must be a qualified Missouri voter for two years, and a resident of the county or district of their constituency for one year.

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House of Representatives must be 48 years of age to be elected. Representatives also must be a qualified Missouri voter for two years, and a resident of the county or district of their constituency for one year.

Question 32

What are the qualifications to be a Senator in the Missouri General Assembly?

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30 years of age, a qualified Missouri voter for three years, must be a resident of their senatorial constituency for one year prior to their election.

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Senators must be 50 years of age, a qualified Missouri voter for three years, and similar to House qualifications, must be a resident of their senatorial constituency for one year prior to their election.

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Senators must be 40 years of age, a qualified Missouri voter for three years, and similar to House qualifications, must be a resident of their senatorial constituency for one year prior to their election.

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