Demonstrate an understanding of the principles, functions, and organization of government. - Analyze the impact of the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th amendments on participation of minority groups in the American political process.
Demonstrate an understanding of the origins and purposes of government, law, and the American political system. - Recognize how Enlightenment ideas including Montesquieu's view of separation of power and John Locke's theories related to natural law and how Locke's social contract influenced the Founding Fathers.
Evaluate the roles, rights, and responsibilities of United States citizens, and determine methods of active participation in society, government, and the political system. - Define the term "citizen," and identify legal means of becoming a United States citizen.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles, functions, and organization of government. - Illustrate the structure and function (three branches of government established in Articles I, II, and III with corresponding powers) of government in the United States as established in the Constitution.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles, functions, and organization of government. - Evaluate Constitutional rights and their impact on individuals and society.
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Which amendment ensured that all citizens 18 years and older could not be denied the right to vote on account of age?
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24th Amendment
15th Amendment
19th Amendment
26th Amendment
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Which amendment abolished the requirement to pay a poll tax to vote in federal elections?
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15th Amendment
19th Amendment
24th Amendment
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Which amendment ensured that all citizens 18 years and older could not be denied the right to vote on account of age?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment abolished the requirement to pay a poll tax to vote in federal elections?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted suffrage rights regardless of race, color, or previous condition of servitude?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment ensures that no state can deny a person equal protection of the laws?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment granted citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States, including former slaves?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment granted African American men the right to vote?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment prohibited the use of poll taxes in federal elections?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment granted women the right to vote in the United States?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
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SS.7.C.3.7
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Which idea from Enlightenment thinker Montesquieu was used to design the U.S. government's system of branches?
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SS.7.C.1.1
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Which idea, advocated by John Locke, supports the notion that government power is derived from the people's agreement and can be overthrown if it fails to protect their rights?
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SS.7.C.1.1
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What Enlightenment idea did the Founding Fathers incorporate to ensure no branch of government could become too powerful?
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SS.7.C.1.1
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How did John Locke's idea of the social contract impact the Founding Fathers' view of government?
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SS.7.C.1.1
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What is the definition of a citizen?
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SS.7.C.2.1
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Which of the following is a responsibility of a United States citizen?
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SS.7.C.2.1
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What is one right of a United States citizen?
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SS.7.C.2.1
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Who is responsible for signing bills into law in the United States?
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SS.7.C.3.3
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What is the main role of the Judicial Branch in the United States government?
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SS.7.C.3.3
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Which of the following is a power of the Legislative Branch of the United States government?
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SS.7.C.3.3
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What fraction of state legislatures must approve a proposed amendment for it to be ratified?
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SS.7.C.3.5
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What is one way an amendment to the Constitution can be proposed?
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SS.7.C.3.5
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How can an amendment be added to the United States Constitution?
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SS.7.C.3.5
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Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution provides protection against self-incrimination?
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SS.7.C.3.6
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Which Constitutional amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?
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SS.7.C.3.6
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What does the Eighth Amendment prohibit?
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SS.7.C.3.6
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What right is protected by the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution?
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SS.7.C.3.6
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What is the main purpose of the system of checks and balances in the U.S. government?
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SS.7.C.3.6
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Which Constitutional amendment guarantees the right to free speech?
