FRQ4 Claim Practice ONLY

For each of the following prompts, write a claim that meets the rubric expectations. Consider the foundational documents listed when crafting your claim. You will be writing a CLAIM ONLY!

The framers believed that a constitution was necessary to create a stable political system that would protect individual rights. However, understanding the need for political change, they included a process to amend the constitution. 

Develop an argument that takes a position on whether the process to amend the United States Constitution should be simplified and provides a valid line of reasoning.

How judges view their role as jurists can influence their decision-making. Some judges believe in judicial activism, while others believe in judicial restraint.

Take a position on whether federal judges should exercise judicial activism or restraint. Provide a valid line of reasoning.

The United States Constitution establishes a federal system of government. Under federalism, policymaking is shared between national and state governments. Over time, the powers of the national government have increased relative to those of the state governments.

Develop an argument about whether the expanded powers of the national government benefit or hinder policymaking. Provide a valid line of reasoning.

The federal government must often balance protecting individual liberties and providing for order and security. At times, priority is given to one over the other.

Take a position on whether the federal government should place more emphasis on protecting individual liberties or providing for order and security. Provide a valid line of reasoning.

Environmental regulation is a complex policy area that involves both the states and the federal government. 

Develop an argument that takes a position on whether the federal government should be primarily responsible for managing environmental policy or if it should be the responsibility of the states. Provide a valid line of reasoning.

In the early days of the country, presidential campaigns were conducted within a significantly shorter period of time. Today, it is common for potential presidential candidates to start campaigning shortly after the congressional midterms end, making the presidential campaign season a regular fixture in American political life.

Develop an argument that explores whether longer presidential campaign seasons are helpful or harmful to American democracy. Provide a valid line of reasoning.