BYU- Honors American Government - Final Exam Questions and Answers(A+ Solution guide)

A case comes before the Supreme Court challenging a state ban on the use of contraceptives for married couples. How would a judge vote using a "loose interpretation" approach? - They would vote to overturn the ban. A Civil Rights group has decided to hold a public meeting to discuss recent prejudicial acts. Some members of the group are concerned that they will be arrested for participating in the meeting, especially if the meeting becomes heated. They know that previous meetings on this issue have ended in arguments and, occasionally, with violence. Which of the following best describes the Supreme Court's history in the area of assembly? - Assembly cases are given more scrutiny due to public safety concerns. A country has a government that allows their president to officially declare war on another country, as well as borrow money to fight the war without the consent of any other government official. How does that compare to the American system? - It is the same in the United States. A group in your community starts a petition to change a government policy in the area. If the group collects enough signatures, what will result? - An initiative A law bans the sale of wooden poles and nails to prevent people from building crosses which they might burn on people's lawns. How is this not consistent with the guarantees in the First Amendment? - The law is not the least drastic means available. A law is passed limiting the free speech rights of high school students. A group of teachers brings a case before the Supreme Court, challenging the law on the grounds that it violates the students' First Amendment rights. What is the Supreme Court most likely to do in this case? - Refuse to hear the case because the individuals bringing the case before it do not have standing A law makes it illegal to burn Bibles, but not other books, in public parks. How is this not consistent with the guarantees in the First Amendment? - The law is not content neutral.A law that forbids bands from playing in concerts when there is evidence that the band has previously engaged in illegal forms of expression is put in force. How is this not consistent with the guarantees in the First Amendment? - The law imposes prior restraint. A law that prohibits "indecent" material on the Internet is put into force. How is this not consistent with the guarantees in the First Amendment? - The law is too vague. A prominent political scientist famously described American government as "separate institutions sharing powers." Which two constitutional principles are embodied in this statement? - Separation of powers and checks and balances A society in which multiple groups emerge and petition the government is called - Pluralism A state brings a case to the Supreme Court arguing the Federal Government has overstepped its constitutional bounds. Which of the following cases is most similar to this one? - McCulloch v. Maryland According to Adam Smith's notion of the "invisible hand," which of the following is the best way to enhance national wealth? - National wealth is best achieved by everyone seeking his or her own self-interest. According to the author, what did the Founders believe was essential for the American government to succeed? - Virtuous citizenry According to the Founders, what was the important ingredient that was indispensable for the success of the nation? - Morality