Describe the "dual system" of justice in the United States
What will be an ideal response?
An ideal response will:
1, Note that there are both state and federal courts.
2, Describe the types of cases that can be heard only by the federal courts.
3, Explain that the majority of cases are decided by state courts.
4, Discuss the power of the federal courts to review the decisions of state courts.
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Which of the following amendments provides for freedom of speech?
A. First Amendment B. Second Amendment C. Third Amendment D. Fourth Amendment
Which of the following have been put forth as solutions to the problem of war?
a. Create a world federation or government. b. Redistribute wealth and eliminate poverty. c. Expand communism around the globe. d. all of the above
The "father of the U.S. Constitution," James Madison, referred to Congress as ________________
A) the first branch of government B) the most dangerous branch of government C) a corrupt and evil force D) subordinate to the judicial and executive branches of government E) ineffective and self-serving
Describe government spending on social programs in the United States.
What will be an ideal response?