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MYA LWSTUDIES DAY 3

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  • Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
    interest groups
  • Which philosopher inspired the idea of natural rights (life, liberty, property)? a. Montesquieu b. John Locke c. Thomas Paine
    B
  • What did the colonists believe the king was violating? a. Rule of Law b. Consent of the Governed c. Naturalized Rights
    B
  • Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
    interest groups
  • What is the primary power of the Judicial Branch? a. Makes the law b. Enforces the law c. Interprets and reviews the law d. Vetoes the law
    C
  • What kind of influence is the image trying to represent (media, propaganda, or interest groups)?
    Propaganda
  • Social Contract
    people form governments to protect their rights.
  • Is the picture representing Symbolism, Media, or Propaganda?
    Media
  • A journalist discovers that an office holder accepted a bribe is an example of: A. Media as watchdog. B. Lobbyists. C. Interest Groups
    A. Media Acting as watchdog.
  • True or False: Whether a candidate has experience in working with government is not relevant to her/his evaluation for office.
    False
  • What is the definition of "propaganda"?
    Ideas or statements that are often false or exaggerated in favor of or against someone or something.
  • This amendment prohibits Cruel and unusual punishments
    Amendment VIII (8)
  • Magna Carta
    A document that limited the power of the king.
  • Running for office is an example of media, interest groups, or individuals trying to influence government?
    Individuals
  • What is the primary power of the Executive Branch? a. Makes the law b. Enforces the law c. Reviews the law d. Writes new bills
    B
  • What is the definition for "bias"?
    Display of favor for or against something.
  • How might a political action committee influence government? A. send a letter to a U.S. Senator’s supporters. B. write a letter to a newspaper about a U.S. Senator. C. contribute money to a U.S. Senate campaign. D. None of the above.
    contribute money to a U.S. Senate campaign
  • What is amendment 6?
    right to a lawyer
  • What is the meaning "Slander"?
    spoken untruths that are harmful to one's reputation
  • What is the primary power of the Legislative Branch? a. Makes the law b. Enforces the law c. Reviews the law d. Declares war
    A
  • Is the picture an example of Bias, Symbolism, or propaganda?
    Propaganda
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