Lsn Government Unit 4 Review Quiz
This quiz will assess your knowledge of Unit 4.
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Congress introduces a bill to stop aid to countries that oppose United States policy in the United Nations. Which of these issues most directly relates to this bill?
- A.
Influencing policies in world organizations
- B.
Encouraging peaceful solutions to military conflicts
- C.
Providing industrial assistance to developing nations
- D.
Developing world solutions to environmental problems
Correct Answer
A. Influencing policies in world organizationsExplanation
This bill directly relates to influencing policies in world organizations because it aims to stop aid to countries that oppose United States policy in the United Nations. By doing so, the Congress is trying to exert influence and pressure on these countries to align with the United States' policies and positions in international organizations like the United Nations.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Reapportionment is based on changes in the ___
- A.
Productivity of a given region
- B.
School boundary lines of an area
- C.
Population changes of an area
- D.
Number of voters in an area
Correct Answer
C. Population changes of an areaExplanation
Reapportionment is the process of redistributing representation in a legislative body based on changes in population. It ensures that each district or area is represented fairly and proportionally. Therefore, the correct answer is population changes of an area.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The political institution in Maryland most like the US Congress is the
- A.
State Archives
- B.
General Court
- C.
Court of Appeals
- D.
Maryland General Assembly
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D. Maryland General AssemblyExplanation
The Maryland General Assembly is the political institution in Maryland that is most similar to the US Congress. Like the US Congress, the Maryland General Assembly is responsible for making laws and representing the interests of the citizens of Maryland. It is a bicameral legislature, consisting of two chambers - the Senate and the House of Delegates, similar to the US Congress which is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Both the Maryland General Assembly and the US Congress play a crucial role in the legislative process and in the functioning of their respective governments.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 requires that all schools receiving federal funds give male and female students equal opportunities in instruction and extracurricular activities. Which situation is in violation of this legislation?
- A.
Prohibiting girls from playing on a varsity football team
- B.
Eliminating boys' and girls' soccer programs due to lack of funding
- C.
Requiring the same academic standards for athletes and non-athletes
- D.
Discontinuing extracurricular activities in order to purchase textbooks
Correct Answer
A. Prohibiting girls from playing on a varsity football teamExplanation
Prohibiting girls from playing on a varsity football team is in violation of Title IX because it denies female students the opportunity to participate in an extracurricular activity that is available to male students. Title IX requires that schools provide equal opportunities for both male and female students in extracurricular activities, and prohibiting girls from participating in a specific sport based on their gender goes against this requirement.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was an attempt to correct past discrimination. Which of these actions would most help further this goal?
- A.
Allowing states to restrict who can participate in elections
- B.
Requiring literacy tests for those who did not graduate from high school
- C.
Eliminating ballots and election materials that are printed in languages other than English
- D.
Banning poll taxes that prevented people from voting
Correct Answer
D. Banning poll taxes that prevented people from votingExplanation
The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was enacted to address the issue of past discrimination in voting. Banning poll taxes that prevented people from voting aligns with the goal of the act as it removes a barrier that disproportionately affected minority and low-income voters. Poll taxes were used as a means to disenfranchise certain groups by requiring them to pay a fee in order to vote. By banning poll taxes, the act aimed to ensure equal access to voting rights for all citizens, regardless of their socioeconomic status.Rate this question:
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Use the chart below to answer the following item. Selected Major Civil Rights Legislation Year Legislation Description 1963 Equal Pay Act Forbids wage discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion, or national origin 1964 Civil Rights Act Forbids discrimination in public places, employment, federally funded programs, and schools 1972 Higher Education Act Forbids discrimination on the basis of gender in universities and colleges which receive federal aid 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act Forbids discrimination in employment, transportation, and public accommodations against people with physical or mental disabilities A person’s request for a permit to open a florist shop in her basement was denied because the only access to the entrance is a flight of stairs. Which act could be the basis for the denial of the permit?
- A.
Equal Pay Act of 1963
- B.
Higher Education Act of 1972
- C.
Civil Rights Act of 1964
- D.
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Correct Answer
D. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990Explanation
The denial of the permit could be based on the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This act forbids discrimination in public accommodations against people with physical or mental disabilities. In this case, the person's basement entrance being accessible only by a flight of stairs could be seen as discriminatory towards individuals with mobility disabilities, as it does not provide equal access to the florist shop.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which of the following best illustrates the reason Congress passes civil rights legislation?
- A.
To promote equity
- B.
To establish better legal aid
- C.
To increase school funding
- D.
To solve housing shortages
Correct Answer
A. To promote equityExplanation
The reason Congress passes civil rights legislation is to promote equity. This means that Congress aims to ensure fairness and equal treatment for all individuals, regardless of their race, gender, or other protected characteristics. Civil rights legislation is enacted to address and eliminate discrimination and to provide equal opportunities and protections for all citizens.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Representatives to the state legislature from the northern region are asking for money to reduce traffic congestion. Representatives from the eastern region are requesting funds to develop an industrial center to attract business.
- A.
Giving power to the state legislature to pass laws
- B.
Preventing an economic recession in the state
- C.
Electing representatives to the state legislature
- D.
Balancing the needs of each area in the state
Correct Answer
D. Balancing the needs of each area in the stateExplanation
The given correct answer suggests that the purpose of balancing the needs of each area in the state is to address the requests of representatives from different regions. By allocating funds for reducing traffic congestion in the northern region and developing an industrial center in the eastern region, the state legislature aims to meet the specific needs and priorities of each area. This approach ensures that resources are distributed fairly and efficiently, taking into account the diverse requirements of different regions within the state.Rate this question:
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Read the scenario below. In Congress, representatives from the Northwest are asking for funds to clean up the Pacific Ocean after an oil spill, while representatives from the Southeast are asking for money to rebuild after a devastating hurricane. What problem does this present to Congress?
- A.
Balancing the needs of different regions
- B.
Developing the ability to predict natural disasters
- C.
Choosing representatives to serve on committees
- D.
Deciding the role of the local governments in natural disasters
Correct Answer
A. Balancing the needs of different regionsExplanation
The scenario presents a problem for Congress in terms of balancing the needs of different regions. The representatives from the Northwest are requesting funds for cleaning up the Pacific Ocean after an oil spill, while the representatives from the Southeast are asking for money to rebuild after a devastating hurricane. Congress needs to address and allocate funds to both regions, taking into consideration the urgency and severity of each situation, as well as the available resources. This requires a careful balancing act to ensure that both regions receive the necessary support and assistance.Rate this question:
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