American Values: A Comprehensive Guide for Tenth Graders

Question 1

Which of the following is a characteristic that **contradicts** American individualism?

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Tendency towards conformity and groupthink

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Emphasizes personal responsibility and self-reliance

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Encourages independent thinking and action

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Values personal achievement and accomplishment

Question 2

What is the concept known as 'Manifest Destiny' most closely associated with?

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American expansionism

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Abolitionism

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Isolationism

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Progressivism

Question 3

Which document is considered the foundation of American democracy?

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Constitution

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Declaration of Independence

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Bill of Rights

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Articles of Confederation

Question 4

Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the Constitution'?

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James Madison

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George Washington

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Thomas Jefferson

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Alexander Hamilton

Question 5

Which amendment to the Constitution protects freedoms of speech, press, and religion?

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First

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Second

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Tenth

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Fourteenth

Question 6

What is a key characteristic of individualism?

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Self-reliance

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Group dependency

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Government intervention

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Social equality

Question 7

How has the concept of equality evolved in American history?

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It has steadily expanded

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It has remained largely unchanged

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It has fluctuated

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It has steadily declined

Question 8

Which Supreme Court case legalized racial segregation?

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Plessy v. Ferguson

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Dred Scott v. Sandford

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Brown v. Board of Education

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Korematsu v. United States

Question 9

Which of the following is not a distinguishing characteristic of the American political system?

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Monarchy

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Representative government

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Limited government

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Federalism

Question 10

The term 'civil rights' in the U.S. refers to:

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Rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights

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Rights only granted to citizens

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Rights that vary by state

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Rights that are absolute and cannot be restricted

Question 11

Which American value prioritizes personal freedoms and individual decision-making?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Statism

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Communitarianism

Question 12

Which of the following is a fundamental American value identified in the unit?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Communitarianism

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Obedience to authority

Question 13

The concept that all individuals possess equal rights and opportunities regardless of their background or circumstances is known as:

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Equality

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Justice

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Freedom

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Democracy

Question 14

Which historical document established the framework for American democracy and outlined the fundamental rights and freedoms of its citizens?

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The U.S. Constitution

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The Declaration of Independence

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The Articles of Confederation

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The Federalist Papers

Question 15

The principle that individuals have the right to express their beliefs and opinions without fear of persecution or censorship is known as:

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Freedom of speech

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Freedom of religion

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Due process of law

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The right to bear arms

Question 16

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the right of individuals to keep and bear arms?

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Second Amendment

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First Amendment

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Fifth Amendment

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Tenth Amendment

Question 17

The concept of distributing governmental powers among distinct branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful is known as:

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Separation of powers

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Checks and balances

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Federalism

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Representative government

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of American capitalism, as discussed in the unit?

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Government regulation of the economy

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Private property rights

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Free market competition

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Profit-seeking enterprises

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a core value of American society?

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Collectivism

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Individualism

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Equality

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Democracy

Question 20

In American jurisprudence, which level of judicial review is applied to laws that infringe on fundamental rights enshrined in the First Amendment?

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Strict scrutiny

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Rational basis review

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Intermediate scrutiny

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No judicial review

Question 21

Which of these is a core American value?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Hierarchy

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Conformity

Question 22

Which of the following is not a core American value?

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Collectivism

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Individualism

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Equality

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Patriotism

Question 23

The concept of 'Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness' is enshrined in which foundational American document?

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The Declaration of Independence

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The Constitution

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The Articles of Confederation

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The Bill of Rights

Question 24

Which Enlightenment philosopher is considered to be a key influence on American political thought?

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John Locke

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Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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Voltaire

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Thomas Hobbes

Question 25

The American value of democracy is based on the belief that:

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The government should be elected by the people

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Power should be concentrated in the hands of a few

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The military should play a dominant role in society

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Traditional values should be strictly enforced

Question 26

How have American values influenced the development of the American education system?

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Priority given to critical thinking skills

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Emphasis on rote learning

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Focus on vocational training

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Unequal access to education for all

Question 27

Which of these values was central to the American Revolution and remains a fundamental principle in American society?

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Individualism

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Monarchy

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Mercantilism

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Collectivism

Question 28

Which of the following is not considered a fundamental American value?

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Collectivism

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Individualism

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Equality

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Democracy

Question 29

Which of the following is not a core American value?

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Collectivism

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Individualism

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Equality

Question 30

Which core value is fundamental to American democracy, emphasizing personal independence and autonomy?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Authoritarianism

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Oligarchy

Question 31

Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, a pivotal document in American history?

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Thomas Jefferson

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George Washington

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Benjamin Franklin

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Abraham Lincoln

Question 32

Which amendment to the United States Constitution explicitly protects the freedom of individuals to practice their religious beliefs?

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First Amendment

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Second Amendment

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Fifth Amendment

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Tenth Amendment

Question 33

The concept of 'consent of the governed' is central to which American value, emphasizing the importance of citizen participation in decision-making?

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Democracy

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Individualism

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Equality

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Patriotism

Question 34

Which of the following documents is NOT considered a significant historical document that has shaped American values?

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Monroe Doctrine

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Mayflower Compact

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Federalist Papers

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Bill of Rights

Question 35

Which American value is reflected in the legal principle of 'innocent until proven guilty'?

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Justice

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Individualism

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Equality

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Democracy

Question 36

How is the American value of equality interrelated with the concept of social justice?

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Equality promotes social justice by ensuring fairness and opportunity

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They are synonymous and inseparable

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Social justice challenges equality by advocating for preferential treatment

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They are unrelated concepts with distinct meanings

Question 37

Which of the following is a fundamental American value?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Obedience to tradition

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Conformity to social norms

Question 38

Which historical document established the principles of equality, self-governance, and individual rights as the foundation of the United States?

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The Declaration of Independence

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The Constitution

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The Articles of Confederation

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The Magna Carta

Question 39

In what way has the value of individualism shaped American culture?

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It has fostered a competitive spirit and emphasis on self-reliance.

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It has led to a society that values conformity and obedience to authority.

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It has undermined the importance of community and social responsibility.

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It has had no significant impact on American culture.

Question 40

Which of the following is a key principle of American democracy?

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Majority rule with respect for minority rights

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Absolute power of the central government

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Divine right of kings

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Rule by a small elite

Question 41

Which of the following is **not** a core American value?

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Collectivism

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Individualism

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Equality

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Democracy

Question 42

Which of the following amendments to the US Constitution embodies the value of equality?

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Fourteenth Amendment

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First Amendment

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Fifth Amendment

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Nineteenth Amendment

Question 43

Which of the following is an example of the American value of individualism in practice?

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Starting your own business

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Joining a community group

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Voting in elections

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Serving on a jury

Question 44

Which of the following is **not** a way to promote the value of democracy in American society?

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Discouraging dissent and free expression

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Educating citizens about their rights

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Encouraging participation in the political process

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Supporting nonpartisan organizations

Question 45

As stated in the Declaration of Independence, what is the primary purpose of government?

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Protect the fundamental rights of individuals

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Promote economic growth

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Maintain social order

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Provide for the general welfare

Question 46

Which of the following is a fundamental American value?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Communism

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Autocracy

Question 47

The principle of limited government in the United States implies that:

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Government's authority is constrained by the Constitution

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Government has unrestricted power

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Government can control and dictate all aspects of citizens' lives

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Government is the supreme entity in society with absolute control

Question 48

Which amendment to the Constitution safeguards freedom of religion?

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First Amendment

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Second Amendment

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Fourth Amendment

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Fifth Amendment

Question 49

American exceptionalism refers to the belief that the United States:

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Has a unique purpose and mission in the world

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Is inherently superior to other nations

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Is the greatest country in the world

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Is immune to social and economic problems

Question 50

Which core American value emphasizes the importance of individual autonomy and self-reliance?

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Individualism

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Collectivism

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Socialism

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Authoritarianism

Question 51

The belief that all people are created equal and deserve the same rights and opportunities is known as:

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Equality

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Hierarchy

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Privilege

Question 52

Which of the following principles is fundamental to American democracy?

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Popular sovereignty

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Oligarchy

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Aristocracy

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Divine right of kings

Question 53

According to the Declaration of Independence, all individuals possess certain:

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Unalienable rights

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Revocable rights

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Granted rights

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Conditional rights

Question 54

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

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13th Amendment

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1st Amendment

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10th Amendment

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2nd Amendment

Question 55

The main cause of the American Civil War was:

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Slavery

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States' rights

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Economic inequality

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Foreign intervention

Question 56

Which of the following characteristics of American culture values hard work and personal achievement?

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Protestant work ethic

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Marxism

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Confucianism

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Socialism

Question 57

The American Dream refers to the belief that:

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Hard work and determination can lead to success

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Success is predetermined

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Economic equality is inevitable

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Government assistance is necessary for success

Question 58

Which of the following is a challenge to the American value of equality?

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Poverty and discrimination

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Economic prosperity

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Technological advancement

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Political stability

Question 59

How have American values influenced the development of American foreign policy?

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Promoting democracy, human rights, and free trade

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Isolating from global affairs

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Suppressing dissent

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Expanding military dominance