Unit Exam 1 - 3 Study Guide

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Since each exam covers multiple chapters (and since most exams have about 30 questions), I compiled a list of key terms that you need to know for all of the unit exams.

I will re-post this study guide again before the test.  

Keep in mind that exams are untimed but can only be submitted once.

 

Chapter 1 - American Government and Civic Engagement 

Types of Government around the globe 
Civic Engagement in the US 

Chapter 2- The Constitution and Its Origins 

Locke
Social Contract 
The Revolutionary War and its Cause
Declaration of Independence 
Shay’s Rebellion 
Articles of Confederation
The Virginia Plan 
The New Jersey Plan 
Federalists and Anti-federalists 
The Constitution & Ratification of the Constitution The Bill of Rights 
Approving Amendments 
The Great Compromise 
Powers of the States (per the Constitution) 

Chapter 3- American Federalism 

Federalism 
Marbury v. Madison (1803) 
Cooperative Federalism 
Dual Federalism 
Grants (Block, Categorical, Funded, unfunded mandates)
Ex post facto law 
Devolution  

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