Civics knowledge escapes fifth-graders and many adults

The TV show “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?” hosted by comedian Jeff Foxworthy enjoys some popularity. It captures the TV template for success: quizzes/trivia, give away money and make presumably intelligent people look stupid.

When it comes to knowledge about how American government works, most do not have to be made to look stupid. Many are.

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