Question 2 3 pts What is the basic role of all governments? To concentrate power so the few can realize their goals in the face of majority rule. To foster complete equality. To establish international policy. To control resources. To allow individuals to coordinate and cooperate in order to secure collective benefits. Question 6 3 pts Thomas Paine's "Common Sense": Argued in support of the American revolution Presented an argument that independence would hurt economic development Supported the concept of divine right of kings Argued against the American revolution Was not widely read and only became well known after the American Revolution Question 8 3 pts This amendment helps define the boundaries of federalism by establishing that powers not delegated to the United States...nor prohibited by it [the Constitution] to the States, are reserved to the States...or to the people" 12th Amendment 10th Amendment 4th Amendment 18th Amendment 1st Amendment Question 9 3 pts What is the minimum proportion of states needed to ratify an amendment before it is added to the Constitution? two-thirds all three-fourths one-half one-quarter Question 10 3 pts Which of the following is an example of a Free Rider problem: An orchestra conductor directs the group to ensure harmony. Two criminals turn in evidence against their accomplices. Groups agree to create regulations to drive safely but cannot agree on what the regulations should be. An individual decides to eat lunch paid for by the group even though they did not contribute. Everyone takes too many fish out of the lake, depleting the fish population. Question 11 3 pts In the Federalist Papers Madison argues that a large republic was needed because It is more stable, balances conflicts, and refines and enlarges the publics' views Representatives earn the trust of the people Large groups create bigger demands on government Complete democracy is chaotic It is less dependent of the factious and passionate goals of monarchs