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Planning Your Answer
After you have analyzed the prompt, take a minute to organize your response. On a piece of scrap paper, gather your thoughts in a graphic organizer or a quick list like the one that follows:
Civics Test—Chapter 3
The United States Federal Government is based on “checks and balances.” In a paragraph, define this term.
Helpful Hint
It’s not necessary to write down everything you know about the subject. Instead, think carefully about the question and write down only the information you need to answer it.