CSET Social Science Subtest 3 Graded A+
- Which one best describes a central value of Republicanism?: That citizens must prioritize civic duty
over their individual interests.
- What was the main difference in the approach of the Federalists vs Democratic Republicans to the
issues of personal freedom and political equality?: The Federalists wanted to create a stronger and
wealthier nation through increased Federal government power, while the Republicans emphasized
agrarian values to ensure greater personal freedoms.
- What was the most significant source of inspiration for the American Constitution?: English Common
Law.
- Which one is NOT a responsibility of a citizen of all democracies?: The obligation to serve in the military
forces.
- What is the Constitution's stance on the issue of commerce and economy?: It grants states the
authority to manage internal commerce, while interstate and foreign commerce is managed by the
Federal Government.
, - What part of the Bill or Rights reinforces the authority of the states?: The 10th Amendment, which
delegates powers not granted to the U.S. Constitution to the states.
- What bodies make up the U.S. Judicial Branch?: The Supreme Court and Federal Courts.
- Habeas Corpus: Protects individuals against arbitrary imprisonment by requiring that any person
arrested be brought before a court for formal charges.
How can the President balance the power of the Congress? ✔️He can veto Congressional Bills
How is the Chief Justice of the United States selected? ✔️He/She is selected by the President and
confirmed by the Senate.
What important decision was made by the Supreme Court in the Plessy vs. Ferguson case?
✔️Challenging segregation laws was illegal.
- Which one best describes a central value of Republicanism?: That citizens must prioritize civic duty
over their individual interests.
- What was the main difference in the approach of the Federalists vs Democratic Republicans to the
issues of personal freedom and political equality?: The Federalists wanted to create a stronger and
wealthier nation through increased Federal government power, while the Republicans emphasized
agrarian values to ensure greater personal freedoms.
- What was the most significant source of inspiration for the American Constitution?: English Common
Law.
- Which one is NOT a responsibility of a citizen of all democracies?: The obligation to serve in the military
forces.
- What is the Constitution's stance on the issue of commerce and economy?: It grants states the
authority to manage internal commerce, while interstate and foreign commerce is managed by the
Federal Government.
, - What part of the Bill or Rights reinforces the authority of the states?: The 10th Amendment, which
delegates powers not granted to the U.S. Constitution to the states.
- What bodies make up the U.S. Judicial Branch?: The Supreme Court and Federal Courts.
- Habeas Corpus: Protects individuals against arbitrary imprisonment by requiring that any person
arrested be brought before a court for formal charges.
How can the President balance the power of the Congress? ✔️He can veto Congressional Bills
How is the Chief Justice of the United States selected? ✔️He/She is selected by the President and
confirmed by the Senate.
What important decision was made by the Supreme Court in the Plessy vs. Ferguson case?
✔️Challenging segregation laws was illegal.
