Question

Which of the following actions demonstrates the principle of checks and balances?

State governments create their own laws

The President appoints judges to the Supreme Court

Congress proposes amendments to the Constitution

The Supreme Court reviews laws passed by Congress
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Which of the following best summarizes the naturalization process? (1 point)

A mandatory military service for all applicants

A requirement to live in the U.S. for a year before applying

An application process that includes an interview and a citizenship test

A series of tests to prove financial stability
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Which of the following best describes how fulfilling civic obligations can impact society? (1 point)

It leads to confusion about citizenship roles.

It creates division among citizens.

It increases government control over citizens.

It strengthens community bonds and trust.
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Match the statement with which part of Congress that is being described. (1 point)



Senate or House of Representatives



Each state has 2 members



Must be 30 to be elected



Must be 25 years old to be elected



Serves for 6 years



Serves for 2 years



Each state has members based on the population
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If a bill is not signed by the president within 10 days while Congress is in session, what happens to the bill? (1 point)

It automatically becomes law.

It is rejected.

It is sent back to the House of Representatives.

It must be reintroduced in the next session.
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Which of the following best explains the significance of the bicameral structure of Congress? (1 point)



It reduces the number of laws passed each year.



It ensures that both small and large states have equal representation.



It allows for more representatives from each state.



It helps to prevent hasty legislation by requiring approval from both houses.
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The action that demonstrates the principle of checks and balances is:

**The Supreme Court reviews laws passed by Congress.**

This action shows how the judiciary can check the powers of the legislative branch by reviewing and potentially overriding laws that Congress has enacted if they are found to be unconstitutional.
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The option that best summarizes the naturalization process is:

**An application process that includes an interview and a citizenship test.**

This reflects the key steps involved in becoming a naturalized citizen in the United States, which typically includes submitting an application, attending an interview, and passing a citizenship test.
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The option that best describes how fulfilling civic obligations can impact society is:

**It strengthens community bonds and trust.**

Fulfilling civic obligations, such as voting, serving on juries, and participating in community service, helps to build a strong sense of community and fosters trust among citizens, contributing to a more cohesive and engaged society.
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Here are the matches for each statement with the appropriate part of Congress:

1. **Each state has 2 members** - **Senate**
2. **Must be 30 to be elected** - **Senate**
3. **Must be 25 years old to be elected** - **House of Representatives**
4. **Serves for 6 years** - **Senate**
5. **Serves for 2 years** - **House of Representatives**
6. **Each state has members based on the population** - **House of Representatives**
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If a bill is not signed by the president within 10 days while Congress is in session, the bill **automatically becomes law**. This is unless the president explicitly vetoes it or takes other action.
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The option that best explains the significance of the bicameral structure of Congress is:

**It helps to prevent hasty legislation by requiring approval from both houses.**

This structure requires that legislation be reviewed and approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, which serves as a check and balance that can help to ensure that laws are carefully considered before they are enacted.