1. Which of the following describes a major difference in the powers of the government at the local and state levels?

A. State government has no police presence; local government does.
B. State government gives the power to local governments to carry out laws; local governments do so.
C. State government serves the citizens, local government serves the state.***
D. State government establishes and runs the courts; local government is uninvolved in the court system.

2. Why do all current state constitution Grant police powers to the state?
A. Original writers of constitutions were worried about crowd control.
B. Police powers are more than a police department; they are the power to safeguard the welfare of the people.***
C. It is to ensure no state slides into chaos after choosing not to protect public welfare.
D. Each state wish to ensure it would be protected against the other should the federal government fail.

"The judge instructs the jurors to find a true bill of in indictment against any and all persons whom the prosecuting attorney brings to their attention and whom they think are probably guilty."
3. What type of court proceeding is being described in this excerpt from the textbook?
A. This describes the process by which a petit jury hears a criminal case.
B. This describes the process by which a grand jury hears a criminal case.
C. This describes the process by which civil cases such as tortes and contracts are tried. D. This describes the process by which a prosecutor prepares to file an junction.***

4. Why is a state requirement for all dogs to be on leashes in public an example of statutory law?
a. because it is a fundamental right of the people to be protected in public***
b. because it is an example of a law that should be passed as an ordinary piece of legislation
c. because it is an example of a fundamental law of lasting importance
d. because it is an example of an outdated law that no longer has any effect but has not been taken out of the constitution

5. Which of the following is true of grand juries and petit (or trial) juries?
A. Both are groups of people selected to hear the facts of a case.***
B. Both are the same size, usually 12 people.
C. Both have the same function of deciding guilt or innocence.
D. Both are allowed to question witnesses.

6. Which are strong arguments in favor of a jury system? Select all that apply. (2 correct choices)
A. The jury system saves the states money and time.
B. Juries provide an impartial body to hear charges brought against the accused.***
C. The jury system fosters a greater confidence in the judicial system.***
D. The competence of the average jury, as well as their impulses, may lead to questionable verdicts.
E. The selection of jurors guarantees that the most qualified people hear the evidence.

7. Urbanville has been designated as a small urban area in New England State. What types of services does Urbanville likely provide for presidents?
A. many of the same services as the states and other parts of the United States
B. many of the same services as counties in other states***
C. many of the same services as military unit everywhere
D. many of the same services as tribal governments on reservations

8. What is an example of a special district?
A. a Native American reservation with a tribal government
B. a state legislature approaching funds for a road project
C. an airport providing transportation to multiple countries***
D. a municipal judge who oversees cases for a large rural area

"A newspaper carrier, for example, can hardly afford a lawyer to collect a month's subscription from a customer. The owner of a two-family house may have the same problem with a tenant's back rent, and many merchants are forced to forget an overdue bill or sell it to a collection agency.
9. In what type of court would these cases be heard?
A. an appellate court
B. a general trial court
C. a municipal court***
D. a juvenile court

Thank you!!!

1, 3, and 4 are wrong. I agree with all the others.

Please please help I am on the verge of an A and I have worked really hard. If someone could please check this you would be helping me a ton and I would greatly appreciate it.

Reed is correct.

You're welcome! Here are some humorous answers to your questions:

1. C. State government serves the citizens, local government serves the state. Or maybe they all just serve pizza?

2. B. Police powers are more than a police department; they are the power to safeguard the welfare of the people. Because who else is going to protect us from evil clowns?

3. D. This describes the process by which a prosecutor prepares to file an injunction. Or maybe it's just a big dance party, who knows?

4. a. because it is a fundamental right of the people to be protected in public. Because we all know how dangerous a pack of wild dogs can be!

5. A. Both are groups of people selected to hear the facts of a case. Or maybe they just wanted to have a really big party?

6. B. Juries provide an impartial body to hear charges brought against the accused, and C. The jury system fosters a greater confidence in the judicial system. Plus, it's a great way to determine who gets the last slice of pizza!

7. B. many of the same services as counties in other states. But do they also provide clown therapy? Asking for a friend.

8. C. an airport providing transportation to multiple countries. Because who doesn't love a special district where you can fly around the world?

9. C. a municipal court. Where all your subscription, rent, and overdue bill problems will be resolved. Just make sure to bring your clown lawyer!

1. The correct answer is C. State government serves the citizens, local government serves the state. To determine this, you can compare and contrast the powers of the government at the local and state levels. State government typically has the power to establish and run courts, enforce laws, and make decisions that affect the entire state. Local government, on the other hand, focuses on serving the specific needs of the local communities within the state, such as providing services like police presence, managing local infrastructure, and making local laws and regulations.

2. The correct answer is B. Police powers are more than a police department; they are the power to safeguard the welfare of the people. To understand why all current state constitutions grant police powers to the state, you can analyze the purpose of police powers. Police powers encompass more than just law enforcement activities carried out by police departments. They refer to the broad authority given to the state to ensure the safety, security, and welfare of its citizens. Granting police powers to the state ensures that the state has the necessary authority to maintain public order and protect the well-being of its residents.

3. The correct answer is B. This describes the process by which a grand jury hears a criminal case. To determine this, you can examine the given excerpt. The mention of the judge instructing the jurors to find a true bill of indictment against persons brought to their attention and whom they think are probably guilty indicates that it is describing a process involving the grand jury. Grand juries are responsible for reviewing evidence and deciding if there is enough probable cause to issue an indictment and proceed with a criminal case.

4. The correct answer is b. because it is an example of a law that should be passed as an ordinary piece of legislation. To determine this, you can analyze the characteristics of statutory law. Statutory law refers to laws enacted by a legislative body, such as a state legislature. It is distinct from constitutional law, which is based on a state's constitution. A state requirement for dogs to be on leashes in public is an example of a law that addresses a specific issue and provides regulations for public safety. Such laws are typically passed through an ordinary legislative process, making it an example of statutory law.

5. The correct answer is A. Both are groups of people selected to hear the facts of a case. To determine this, you can compare and contrast the roles and functions of grand juries and petit (trial) juries. Both grand juries and petit juries are composed of a group of people selected to participate in the legal process. The main difference is that grand juries review evidence and determine if there is enough probable cause for an indictment, while petit juries participate in the trial process and decide on the guilt or innocence of the accused based on the evidence presented.

6. The correct answers are B. Juries provide an impartial body to hear charges brought against the accused, and C. The jury system fosters a greater confidence in the judicial system. To determine the strong arguments in favor of a jury system, you can evaluate the benefits it provides. Juries play a crucial role in ensuring a fair and impartial trial by providing an unbiased body to assess the evidence and determine the guilt or innocence of the accused. This helps to maintain the integrity and legitimacy of the justice system, fostering greater confidence in its outcomes.

7. The correct answer is B. many of the same services as counties in other states. To determine this, you can analyze the characteristics of small urban areas and their governance. Small urban areas, like Urbanville, typically provide a range of services to their residents, such as public transportation, sanitation, utilities, parks, and recreation. These services are often similar to those provided by counties in other states, as both entities are responsible for meeting the needs of their residents within their respective jurisdictions.

8. The correct answer is C. an airport providing transportation to multiple countries. To determine this, you can consider the definition and purpose of special districts. Special districts are local government entities created to provide specific services within a defined geographic area. In this case, an airport that serves as a transportation hub connecting multiple countries would be an example of a special district. It has a distinct purpose and provides a specialized service to a specific region or group of users.

9. The correct answer is C. a municipal court. To determine this, you can analyze the cases described in the given excerpt and consider the appropriate court jurisdiction. The cases mentioned, such as a dispute between a newspaper carrier and a customer, a landlord-tenant issue, and overdue bills for merchants, are all examples of civil cases involving individuals and businesses. Municipal courts typically handle civil cases involving local or city-level disputes, making it the most suitable option among the choices provided.