Question 1

What is the purpose of the Electoral College in the United States?

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To formally elect the President and Vice President

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To advise Congress on legislation

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To nominate Supreme Court justices

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To conduct the census

Question 2

What is federalism in the context of U.S. government?

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A system of government where power is divided between a central authority and regional entities

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A system where all laws are made by the federal government

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A form of direct democracy

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A type of government where all power is held by a single ruler

Question 3

What does the Bill of Rights protect?

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Individual liberties and rights of citizens

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The election process

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The structure of the government

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The rights of states

Question 4

What is the significance of the Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison?

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It established the principle of judicial review

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It granted women the right to vote

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It defined the limits of executive power

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It abolished slavery

Question 5

What is the main purpose of political parties in the United States?

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To organize elections and facilitate governance

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To conduct foreign diplomacy

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To create new laws directly

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To enforce laws at the state level

Question 6

What is the principle of checks and balances?

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The system that ensures no branch of government exceeds its power

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The process of amending the Constitution

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A method to increase the power of the President

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A way to limit state government authority

Question 7

What is the concept of separation of powers?

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The division of government responsibilities into distinct branches

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The power of Congress to override a presidential veto

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The ability of the executive branch to create laws

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The unification of state and federal governments

Question 8

What is lobbying in the context of U.S. politics?

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The act of attempting to influence decisions made by government officials

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The act of campaigning for office

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The process of making laws

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A method of voting in elections

Question 9

What role does the media play in a democracy?

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It serves as a watchdog and informs the public

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It creates laws

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It enforces government regulations

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It appoints Supreme Court justices

Question 10

What is the significance of the First Amendment?

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It protects the freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition

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It prohibits cruel and unusual punishment

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It outlines the rights of accused individuals

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It establishes the structure of the legislative branch

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