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RHHS Am Gov't
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10th Grade
11/05/2010

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A person charged with a crime has the right to be confronted by...
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Witnesses against him/her
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Where does a political party make its final selection for a presidential candidate?
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National Party Convention
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Who has the responsibility for representing Maryland in court cases?
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Maryland Attorney General
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What is a political party platform?
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Statement of opinions/beliefs on issues held by a political party
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What is a social benefit of government?
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Maintaining law and order
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Two major functions of a political party are to...
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Educate voters about candidates and issues and/or develop the party platform
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Who is the leader of the federal executive branch of the government?
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President
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How do local officials, such as a mayor or county executive, obtain office?
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Elected by popular vote
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Who must approve spending by the federal government?
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Congress
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To be a U.S Senator or U.S Representative, you must...
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Be a resident of the state from which elected
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