CMAS Civics and Government 3

Question 1

What are the three levels of government in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

Federal, state, and local

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Federal, state, and county

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State, county, and city

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National, regional, and local

Question 2

What is the main function of a city or local government?

Accepted Answer

To manage community services like schools, roads, and public safety

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To declare war on foreign nations

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To negotiate international treaties

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To print and distribute money

Question 3

What is a political party?

Accepted Answer

An organization of people who share similar political beliefs and work to elect candidates

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A social event held by government officials

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A branch of the federal government

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A committee that writes new laws

Question 4

What does the term 'popular sovereignty' mean?

Accepted Answer

The power of the government comes from the people

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The king or queen holds all power

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Only popular people can run for office

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States have more power than the federal government

Question 5

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery?

Accepted Answer

The 13th Amendment

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The 14th Amendment

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The 15th Amendment

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The 19th Amendment

Question 6

What is the purpose of the separation of powers in the U.S. government?

Accepted Answer

To prevent any one branch from having too much control

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To make the government work faster

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To allow states to govern independently

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To give citizens more direct control over laws

Question 7

What is civic responsibility?

Accepted Answer

The duties and obligations that citizens have to their community and country

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A government-paid job

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A type of tax paid by businesses

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A law that requires citizens to work for the government