Government 1.03 Quiz Review – Flashcards
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Which phrase best describes the U.S. Constitution?
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A plan of government.
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Which is an ancient document that sheds light on the purpose of government?
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The Code of Hammurabi.
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Which theory of government claims that the king connects the heavens and the earth?
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Divine Right Theory.
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Which term refers to an institution created by a society to create and enforce public policies?
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Government.
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The preamble to the U.S. Constitution states that one of the purposes of the U.S. government is to do which of the following?
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Promote the general welfare.
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Which term relates to the theory that states that government developed from family ties?
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Evolution Theory.
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Which theory of the origin of government emphasizes violence?
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Force Theory.
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A government creates an army. Which purpose of government is it fulfilling?
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Protecting the people.
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A government that is preventing physical violence among members of society is fulfilling which purpose of government?
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Maintaining order.
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The Second Treatise of Government supports which theory?
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Social Contract Theory of the origin of government.
