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POSC 1010 Final Exam (2025) – 100+ Solved Questions | U.S. Constitution, Federalism, Civil Liberties, Political Parties

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This exam-focused guide features 100+ fully solved multiple-choice questions and correct answers for the POSC 1010: Introduction to American Government Final Exam (2025/2026 edition). Aligned with college-level political science curricula, it helps students master foundational U.S. political concepts and ace final assessments in entry-level government courses. Topics covered include: Constitutional Foundations: key clauses (Commerce Clause, Supremacy Clause), Constitutional amendments, Bill of Rights, and the roles of government as envisioned by the Framers Federalism & Separation of Powers: dual vs cooperative federalism, delegated and reserved powers, concurrent powers, federalism evolution under FDR, the role of state governments Landmark Supreme Court Cases: Brown v. Board of Education, Plessy v. Ferguson, Heart of Atlanta Motel v. U.S., and the importance of judicial review Political Ideologies & Institutions: liberalism, conservatism, libertarianism, elitism, pluralism, and the role of political parties in U.S. history (Democrats, Republicans, Whigs) Legislative & Executive Branch Functions: filibusters, open vs closed rule, standing/select committees, electoral college, majority leader/whip roles, and nomination conventions Public Opinion & Voting Behavior: primary systems (open vs closed), media influence, redistricting, the median voter model, voter rights and limitations post-Constitution ratification Civil Liberties & Civil Rights: free speech, press, due process, equal protection, Dr. King’s views on just vs unjust laws, role of courts in enforcing civil rights Foundational Thinkers: ideas from Locke, Rousseau, Hamilton, Madison, and Plato – including the social contract, elitism, and Federalist Papers' arguments Ideal for: Undergraduate students in Political Science, Pre-Law, American Studies, or Public Administration Community college learners taking Introduction to U.S. Government or Civics courses High school AP Government or Dual Enrollment students preparing for finals or CLEP Universities and colleges offering POSC 1010 or similar 100-level U.S. Government courses Organized for fast review and clear understanding, this guide ensures a strong grasp of U.S. government principles for both tests and academic discussion. Keywords: POSC 1010, U.S. Constitution, civil liberties, judicial review, federalism, political ideologies, filibuster, electoral college, political parties, civil rights, landmark cases, social contract, Madison, Hamilton, Bill of Rights, NC final exam, intro to government

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In the Heart of Atlanta Motel v. U.S. and Katzenbach V. McClung cases

what clause was applied to say that the civil rights act of 1964 was

constitutional - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Commerce Clause


The Greek philosopher Plato argued that society should be ruled by

philosopher kings because they were the ones best qualified to make the

hard decisions required for the greater good. This is an example of - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔Elitism


The U.S. economy is a - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔mixed economy


Which supreme court case overturned Plessy v. Ferguson - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔Brown v. Board of Education

, Dual sovereignty describes the relationship in the U.S. between - 🧠

ANSWER ✔✔The people and the government


The doctrine of preemption means that where federal and state laws

conflict. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔federal law overrules state law


The form federalism considered to exist prior to 1937 in which federal and

state government roles were kept mostly separate was - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔Dual federalism


The president whose economic programs redefined American Federalism -

🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Franklin D. Roosevelt


Article III of the Constitution list Judicial review as one of the powers of the

judiciary. - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔False


According to J. Clarence Thomas states act as laboratories of democracy

meaning that policies are often tried at the state level before the spread to

other states and the national government - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔True


All federal grant programs are run directly from Washington - 🧠 ANSWER

✔✔False

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