Purposes and forms of Government
(Praxis 5004)
Why were early societies okay with sacrificing personal freedoms in order to create
governments? - answer Governments protected people from invasion and disasters.
What is a democracy? - answer A system in which people can vote on laws and have
power with the government
Which of these is NOT a definition for government? - answerThe body of leaders who
control a state
A system by which a state or community is governed
NOT A society of people who share a common identity
What is the difference between a monarchy and a constitutional monarchy? - answerA
constitutional monarchy is ruled by a single leader, but their power is limited by a
constitution that gives rights to the people.
What would a theocratic republic government look like? - answerLeaders in a religious
order would be elected to represent the people
What is the parliament? - answerThe Legislature
What is a disadvantage of parliamentary government? - answerIt can be unstable
Which of these is an advantage of parliamentary government? - answerALL ANSWERS
ARE CORRECT
The Prime Minister must prove themselves to their party, so there is less risk that they
will become authoritarian.
Legislation can be passed more quickly and efficiently.
There is more accountability because the public knows which party is responsible for
legislation.
Where did parliamentary government originate? - answerGreat Britain
How is the executive (Prime Minister or Chancellor) chosen in a parliamentary
government? - answerthe majority party in Parliament chooses the executive
The United States is an example of what type of government? - answerFederal
A unitary system of government is best described as _____. - answercentralized
, Generally, political subunits in a unitary system of governance do which of the
following? - answerAdminister
A federal system is best described as _____. - answerdecentralized
Which provision of the US Constitution addresses a conflict between state and federal
law? - answerThe Supremacy Clause
What did the Declaration of Independence NOT do? - answerEstablish a representative
government for the independent colonies.
Why did the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower need to write out a system of government? -
answerThe King of England gave them a charter, but it was invalidated when they
landed in the wrong place.
What do we call the first ten amendments of the US Constitution? - answerThe Bill of
Rights
What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers? - answerTo convince people to ratify
the US Constitution.
Which document created the current government of the United States? - answerThe
Constitution of the United States.
Congress recently voted on a law that would allow the retroactive principle of increased
taxation. The president vetoed the bill, but was eventually overruled by a 2/3 majority of
Congress. In the end, the Supreme Court declared the bill unconstitutional. Why is this
an example of the separation of powers? - answerBecause it is a clear example that
there are three distinct branches of government, each with its own distinct purpose and
function.
Congress recently voted on a law that would allow the implementation of harsher
sentences for people working in the NSA who disclose confidential information. The
president vetoed the bill, but was eventually overruled by a 2/3 majority of Congress. In
the end, the Supreme Court declared the bill unconstitutional. The actions taken by the
Supreme Court are an example of _____. - answerchecks and balances
Which core principle states that the government operates only with the people's consent
and authority? - answerPopular sovereignty
An Iowa congressman wants to become governor. He declared that he would be
running by stating: 'If I become governor, I will reduce state taxes by 5% and make sure
that commerce within our borders prospers. The great state of Iowa needs to increase
its exports, and we will print money to encourage inflation, which will help trade. Finally,
I will make sure that all licenses are available online so the people do not have to waste
their time.' Which of the following is a promise that the candidate and the state
(Praxis 5004)
Why were early societies okay with sacrificing personal freedoms in order to create
governments? - answer Governments protected people from invasion and disasters.
What is a democracy? - answer A system in which people can vote on laws and have
power with the government
Which of these is NOT a definition for government? - answerThe body of leaders who
control a state
A system by which a state or community is governed
NOT A society of people who share a common identity
What is the difference between a monarchy and a constitutional monarchy? - answerA
constitutional monarchy is ruled by a single leader, but their power is limited by a
constitution that gives rights to the people.
What would a theocratic republic government look like? - answerLeaders in a religious
order would be elected to represent the people
What is the parliament? - answerThe Legislature
What is a disadvantage of parliamentary government? - answerIt can be unstable
Which of these is an advantage of parliamentary government? - answerALL ANSWERS
ARE CORRECT
The Prime Minister must prove themselves to their party, so there is less risk that they
will become authoritarian.
Legislation can be passed more quickly and efficiently.
There is more accountability because the public knows which party is responsible for
legislation.
Where did parliamentary government originate? - answerGreat Britain
How is the executive (Prime Minister or Chancellor) chosen in a parliamentary
government? - answerthe majority party in Parliament chooses the executive
The United States is an example of what type of government? - answerFederal
A unitary system of government is best described as _____. - answercentralized
, Generally, political subunits in a unitary system of governance do which of the
following? - answerAdminister
A federal system is best described as _____. - answerdecentralized
Which provision of the US Constitution addresses a conflict between state and federal
law? - answerThe Supremacy Clause
What did the Declaration of Independence NOT do? - answerEstablish a representative
government for the independent colonies.
Why did the Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower need to write out a system of government? -
answerThe King of England gave them a charter, but it was invalidated when they
landed in the wrong place.
What do we call the first ten amendments of the US Constitution? - answerThe Bill of
Rights
What was the purpose of the Federalist Papers? - answerTo convince people to ratify
the US Constitution.
Which document created the current government of the United States? - answerThe
Constitution of the United States.
Congress recently voted on a law that would allow the retroactive principle of increased
taxation. The president vetoed the bill, but was eventually overruled by a 2/3 majority of
Congress. In the end, the Supreme Court declared the bill unconstitutional. Why is this
an example of the separation of powers? - answerBecause it is a clear example that
there are three distinct branches of government, each with its own distinct purpose and
function.
Congress recently voted on a law that would allow the implementation of harsher
sentences for people working in the NSA who disclose confidential information. The
president vetoed the bill, but was eventually overruled by a 2/3 majority of Congress. In
the end, the Supreme Court declared the bill unconstitutional. The actions taken by the
Supreme Court are an example of _____. - answerchecks and balances
Which core principle states that the government operates only with the people's consent
and authority? - answerPopular sovereignty
An Iowa congressman wants to become governor. He declared that he would be
running by stating: 'If I become governor, I will reduce state taxes by 5% and make sure
that commerce within our borders prospers. The great state of Iowa needs to increase
its exports, and we will print money to encourage inflation, which will help trade. Finally,
I will make sure that all licenses are available online so the people do not have to waste
their time.' Which of the following is a promise that the candidate and the state
