Question 1

Which of these is the goal of a state law to reduce air and water pollution?

Accepted Answer

protecting public health

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expanding the economy

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protecting individual rights

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promoting economic equity

Question 2

Which of these is the main economic cost of the federal government removing taxes on imported goods?

Accepted Answer

a reduction in the ability of United States businesses to compete with foreign companies

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a decline in the number of people who visit the United States

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a reduction in the number of countries willing to trade with the United States

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a decline in employment opportunities for United States workers with foreign companies

Question 3

Which of these is an example of following the rule of law?

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The governor is impeached for wrongdoing.

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Citizens vote for a new amendment.

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The General Assembly approves the governor’s budget.

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Political parties hold a convention to nominate candidates.

Question 4

Which of these acts is least likely to take place in a totalitarian system?

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Political parties compete for control of the government.

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Leaders dictate what will be taught in schools.

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The government makes rules about what jobs people may

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Local officials take orders from national officials.

Question 5

The government provides a lawyer to a person who cannot afford one if that person is

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being charged with a serious crime

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filing for divorce

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being sued by a business partner

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preparing a will

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