Civics Review 5

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The NRA hired Dave, a lawyer, to persuade Congress not to pass legislation that would increase gun control. Dave would be an example of-

Board of Supervisors, City Council, Town Council, and General Assembly. What do this four groups all have in common?

Jeff was arrested by the FBI for making counterfeit money. Which court would have original jurisdiction over his case?

Evan was charged with possession of an illegal substance. Before he could be found guilty of the crime, the government had to make sure his constitutional rights were protected. What is this called?

'The Powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.' Which amendment does this statement come from?

A group of people with common beliefs about one particular issue (example: gun control). Their goal is to educate people and government on the issue and encourage the government to pass laws that help their cause.

Every year the President makes a speech listing out laws he would like to see Congress pass in the upcoming year. How is he impacting public policy?

The term public policy is often used when referring to...