Question 1(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.08 HC)Examine the graph, and then answer the question that follows.Voter turnout rate increased sharply across racial and ethnic groups during 2018 midterm elections. A set of line graphs shows the percent of eligible voters who say they voted, by midterm election year. Eligible voters are U.S. citizens ages 18 years and older. White, Black, and Asian voters include only non-Hispanics. Hispanics are of any race. Source is Pew Research Center analysis of the Current Population Survey, November Supplements, 1990 to 2018. White voter turnout was fifty-one point three percent in 1990, forty-five point eight percent in 2014, and fifty-seven point five percent in 2018. Black voter turnout was forty-two point five percent in 1990, forty point six percent in 2014, and fifty-one point four percent in 2018. Asian voter turnout was forty point two percent in 1990, twenty-six point nine percent in 2014, and forty point two percent in 2018. Hispanic voter turnout was thirty-six percent in 1990, twenty-seven percent in 2014, and forty point four percent in 2018. Across all groups the trend has ups and downs between the years 1990 and 2014, with all having a sharp upward turn between 2014 and 2018."Voter turnout rate increased sharply across racial and ethnic groups during 2018 midterm elections." Pew Research Center, Washington, D.C. (May 1, 2019) .Based on this chart, which demographic had the lowest overall increase or no increase in voter turnout between 1990 and 2018? White Black Asian HispanicQuestion 2(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(01.06 LC)Which amendment safeguards against the government infringing on the right to due process? Third Fifth Eighth NinthQuestion 3(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.05 LC)What is the first step in forming public policy for legislators? Voting on bills related to the issue Discussing the bill in committee meetings Getting the idea for a bill on the agenda Having experts give their opinions on the billQuestion 4(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.07 HC)Smith, a candidate running against the current senator, says, "the senator has voted against health care. She is not in line with the principles of our party." Jones, the senator, responds, "my esteemed opponent neglected to mention I only voted against a health care bill once, because it would have actually reduced citizen benefits."Which of the following statements explains Smith's use of bias in their quote? Omission—Smith wanted to reduce support for Jones. Accuracy—Smith wanted to increase support for Jones. Point of view—Smith wanted to increase support for Jones. Emotional appeal—Smith wanted to reduce support for Jones.Question 5(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.01 MC)Why is an interview an important step in the naturalization process? Provides proof that the government correctly followed the process of naturalization Ensures that the applicant has a clean background and is truthful about their application Gives the applicant a chance to prove that they are a good person who deserves citizenship Protects the United States from allowing immigrants who do not want to be citizensQuestion 6(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(01.02 MC)Which founding principle from the Declaration of Independence is reflected in the election process today? Federalism Popular sovereignty Checks and balances Separation of powersQuestion 7(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(02.05 MC)How does the judicial branch interact with the executive branch? The president confirms appointments of federal judges. The president determines how many judges are on the Court. Federal judges can declare executive orders unconstitutional. Federal judges can bring charges of impeachment against the president.Question 8(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(01.04 LC)The Federalists wanted to ratify the U.S. Constitution in order to establish their independence from the rule of Great Britain a monarchy that would give the most power to the president a weaker central government so the states would have more power a government that could successfully fulfill the needs of the citizensQuestion 9(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(01.08 MC)Why is national security important for U.S. foreign policy? It protects citizens and their property. It solves issues regarding the environment. It improves trade relations between nations. It opens borders for immigrants to enter freely.Question 10(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(01.03 MC)How did the Constitution improve on the Articles of Confederation regarding the legislative branch? Gave each state one vote Established a bicameral legislature Permitted legislatures to create new laws Specified an equal number of seats in Congress for each stateQuestion 11(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.05 LC)What is the first step in the public policy analysis cycle? Learn Analyze Monitor RecommendQuestion 12(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.03 MC)A business donates triple the amount of money they are allowed to give to one candidate. Why is this a public issue? Secures the economy and people's well-being Prevents defamation of the candidate Undermines fairness in elections Incites people to crime or violenceQuestion 13(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(01.07 MC)In another country's recent election, investigators found widespread evidence of voter intimidation and bribery. Which U.S. founding principle was violated? Popular sovereignty Checks and balances National sovereignty Separation of powersQuestion 14(Multiple Choice Worth 3 points)(03.06 MC)What is an ideal situation for a president trying to pass a law on their agenda? The majority party is the same as the president's party. The majority party does not support the president's ideas. The minority party is the same as the president's party. The minority party supports the president's ideas.

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your multiple-choice questions:

Question 1: Based on the chart, which demographic had the lowest overall increase or no increase in voter turnout between 1990 and 2018?

• Asian (from 40.2% in 1990 to 40.2% in 2018, with no overall increase).

Question 2: Which amendment safeguards against the government infringing on the right to due process?

• Fifth (The Fifth Amendment includes provisions that safeguard the right to due process).

Question 3: What is the first step in forming public policy for legislators?

• Getting the idea for a bill on the agenda.

Question 4: Which of the following statements explains Smith's use of bias in their quote?

• Omission—Smith wanted to reduce support for Jones (by not mentioning the specific circumstances of Jones' vote).

Question 5: Why is an interview an important step in the naturalization process?

• Ensures that the applicant has a clean background and is truthful about their application.

Question 6: Which founding principle from the Declaration of Independence is reflected in the election process today?

• Popular sovereignty (the principle that the government's authority is created and sustained by the consent of its people).

Question 7: How does the judicial branch interact with the executive branch?

• Federal judges can declare executive orders unconstitutional.

Question 8: The Federalists wanted to ratify the U.S. Constitution in order to establish

• a government that could successfully fulfill the needs of the citizens.

Question 9: Why is national security important for U.S. foreign policy?

• It protects citizens and their property.

Question 10: How did the Constitution improve on the Articles of Confederation regarding the legislative branch?

• Established a bicameral legislature.

Question 11: What is the first step in the public policy analysis cycle?

• Learn.

Question 12: A business donates triple the amount of money they are allowed to give to one candidate. Why is this a public issue?

• Undermines fairness in elections.

Question 13: In another country's recent election, investigators found widespread evidence of voter intimidation and bribery. Which U.S. founding principle was violated?

• Popular sovereignty.

Question 14: What is an ideal situation for a president trying to pass a law on their agenda?

• The majority party is the same as the president's party.

Feel free to ask if you have any further questions!