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1
Which
most
accurately describes how the roles of expressed,implied, concurrent,& reserved powers work in US federalism?
A
D
C
B
2
What was a complaint against the Articles of Confederation that most Americans agreed with?
Created too strong a centralized government.
Created a judiciary that was too powerful of a jurisdiction.
Deprived the states of their authority.
Denied govt a way to raise funds under its own authority
3
Which
best
compares the role of TV in politics today w/the role it played in the 1960 election?
Since 1960, TVcoverage of political candidates has decreased
Since 1960, TVcoverage of political candidates has increased
Since1960, TV has made the public dependent on internet info
Since 1960, TV coverage has made the public biased.
4
Which statement describes the power of judicial review in U.S. constitutional government?
D
C
A
B
5
What idea from excerpt I is reflected in excerpt II?
self-government
separation of powers
capitalism
the right to bear arms
6
What role did the Great Compromise have in the establishment of a system of 50 equal states?
D
C
B
A
7
Which statement describes the outcome of the decision in Marbury v. Madison?
Congress can overturn federal laws it deems unconstitutional
SupremeCourt can overturn all laws it deems unconstitutional
State courts can overturn laws they deem unconstitutional.
Executive branch can overturn laws it deems unconstitutional
8
Which change in U.S. foreign policy occurred as result of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks?
D
B
C
A
9
Which
best
explains why government has laws prohibiting banks from making risky investments?
to balance the federal budget
to protect consumer rights
to generate tax revenues
to prevent economic crises
10
Which medium would a political candidate use to reach young voters?
television
newspaper
social media
radio spots
11
Which benefit is
most
likely to occur when countries change to a democratic form of government?
They may be better able to sustain long-term job growth
They may be better able to implement free-market economies
They may be able to improve old manufacturing facilities
They may be able to sever ineffective trade relationships.
12
Which statement
best
explains why this is one of the missions of the U.S. Forest Service?
It was created to give recreation options to rural citizens
It was created to prevent destruction of rural communities.
It is responsible for productive use of forest resources.
It is dedicated to protecting forests from timber companies.
13
How has this ruling affected criminal prosecutions in which a defendant is not Mirandized?
statements made by the defendant are inadmissible at trial
charges brought against the defendant are reduced
statements made by the defendant are reviewed before trial
charges brought against the defendant are dismissed
14
Which describes an advantage of the Internet over radio as a source of political information?
The Internet is more accessible.
The Internet is more objective in its content.
The Internet is more reliable as a news outlet.
The Internet is more interactive.
15
When is the Supreme Court
most
likely to hear a case requiring judicial review?
when the ruling of a federal district court is challenged
When a major appropriations bill is vetoed by the president
when the decision of a state appellate court is appealed
when important interpretation of the Constitution is needed
16
Read the following paragraph and answer the question below.
the United States Supreme Court
a state criminal court
a United States District Court
a state court of appeals
17
Which statement
best
defends this Supreme Court decision?
The ban violated citizens' 6th Amd right to confront accuser
The ban violated citizens' 5th Amd right to due process.
The ban violated citizens' 1st Amendment right to protest.
The ban violated citizens' 2nd Amendment right to bear arms.
18
Which action is an example of political participation?
giving canned goods to a food drive
helping with a school fundraiser
donating money to an animal shelter
wearing a campaign button on a coat
19
How do political interest groups and lobbying groups typically influence public policy?
D
C
A
B
20
What do the items on this list have in common?
They are admirable actions, but not effective.
They are encouraged actions, but not required.
They are actions that can be done by anyone, but not easily.
They are actions that cost money, but not very much.
21
Which organization contributes
directly
to foreign policy?
International Red Cross
United Way of America
Environmental Protection Agency
National Security Agency
22
Which agency investigates toxins in cosmetics and the safety of vaccines?
Federal Trade Commission
Food and Drug Administration
Environmental Protection Agency
American Medical Association
23
Which statement
best
explains why these laws have been enacted?
to protect the public good
to raise ticket revenues
to prevent traffic accidents
to promote safe driving
24
Which phrase describes the
main
reason governments provide citizens with police protection?
to guarantee that citizens have a minimum standard of living
to ensure that citizens' properties retain their value
to enable citizens to exercise their political rights
to prevent violations of citizens' individual rights
25
Which statement describes how this article shows bias?
It omits key facts about Iraq's lack of nuclear weapons.
It presents only one possible theory for U.S. govt actions.
It uses language to obtain support for U.S. war objectives.
It presents inaccurate information about Iraq's war history.
26
Why are projects like this one important?
Promotes the common good and fulfills a responsibility of citizenship.
It encourages a sense of independence.
It guarantees the ideals of democracy.
Fosters common culture and an obligation of citizenship.
27
Which was considered a requirement by Anti-Federalists for ratification of the Constitution?
abolition of slavery
equal representation of all states
creation of an aristocracy
inclusion of a bill of rights
28
Which of these phrases
best
describes federalism? - A system of government that
empowers the Supreme Court to nullify unconstitutional laws
divides power between different levels of government
limits the types of taxes levied by the legislature
requires the Bill of Rights to be universally respected
29
What conclusion can be drawn about population change & changes in Congressional apportionment?
B
C
D
A
30
Which best describes the relationship of the executive branch and the other branches of govt?
D
A
C
B
31
Which statement
best
explains why this constitutional amendment was ratified in 1967?
TheConstitution had no provision for presidential succession
President Nixon was facing removal for illegal actions.
The Constitution did not make presidential succession clear.
President Johnson insisted that legislative changes be made.
32
What must happen if a candidate is to run for the presidency?
The candidate debates with candidates from another party.
The candidate runs as a state delegate.
The candidate has held a public office at least once before.
The candidate has reached the age of at least 35 years old.
33
How does the Declaration of Independence incorporate this Enlightenment belief?
It establishes the concept of natural rights
It establishes the ides of the social contract
It establishes that citizens are free from royal government
It establishes that law is second to the freedom of people
34
According to the Declaration of Independence, where does the power to govern come from?
the king
the legislature
the wealthy
the people
35
Which statement
best
describes how the Federal Reserve monitors the U.S. economy?
It issues new currency & takes old money out of circulation
It provides legislation that protects consumers.
Clears checks written by one party and cashed by another.
It controls the money supply to influence economic activity.
36
The chart shows the introduction of a bill. How are citizens involved in this process?
They introduce the bill to the House of Representatives.
They can come up with an idea for a bill.
They write the text of the bill.
They seek a sponsor for the bill.
37
From which United States government website did this excerpt
most
likely come?
Department of the Interior
The Domestic Policy Council
Department of State
The Government Accountability Office
38
How will this scenario
most likely
influence U.S. foreign policy?
Red Cross may solicit $ from citizens & encourage volunteers
Employees of RedCross may work to convert terrorist suspects
Red Cross may raise awareness and encourage govt involvement
Employees of the Red Cross may work to detain war criminals.
39
Which
best
describes the process of presidential elections as established in Article II?
C
B
D
A
40
In which order were the founding documents written?
Articles of Confederation, Declaration of Independence, Constitution
Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, Constitution
Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation
Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Articles of Confederation
41
Which statement provides an example of checks and balances?
Supreme Court has jurisdiction in disputes between states.
Congress determines the rules for its proceedings.
He can grant pardon to someone convicted of a federal crime.
The president can only serve two terms.
42
Which statement
best
describes the message behind this example of propaganda?
The government only fights wars to protect families.
People who care about their family support govt war efforts
People who care about their country buy government bonds.
The government cannot fight wars with just tax revenues.
43
Which statement demonstrates how the House and the Senate function differently?
House can approve a treaty,only the Senate can deny a treaty
House can initiate impeachment,the Senate conducts the trial
Senate initiates a revenue bill,only the House can pass a it
Senate can represent a district,House can represent a state.
44
Which statement
best
explains how all special interest groups affect American politics?
All try to influence politicians to act for certain causes.
All focus their political efforts on the same goals
All try to get politicians to act through $ contributions.
All focus their political efforts on federal legislators.
45
Which statement describes a possible result of an election using the Electoral College system?
Candidate can win an election w/out the majority of the vote
Electors can ask Congress to cancel a election in a tie vote
Electors can ask Senate to select a president in a tie vote
Candidate wins election even if not originally on the ballot
46
What is the name for the political system where power is divided between central government and state governments?
popular sovereignty
parliamentarianism
due process of law
federalism
47
How do Congress and the President share responsibilities for the creation of new laws?
C
B
D
A
48
What are reserved powers in the U.S. Constitution?
powers that belong to the states
powers that belong to the states and national government
powers and rights protected for individuals
powers that belong to the national government
49
How do modern-day politicians campaign differently from politicians 100 years ago?
Modern politicians use advertisements to campaign.
Modern-day politicians use social media to campaign.
Modern politicians meet with constituents while campaigning.
Modern-day politicians travel when campaigning.
50
What role do interest groups play in the policymaking system?
They create public opinion.
They allow citizens to monitor the government.
They create public laws.
They allow citizens to connect to the government.
51
Which part of the government has these responsibilities?
Supreme Court
president
House of Representatives
Senate
52
Which reflects a change since 1935 in how the federal government has impacted citizens?
Registered voters must now pass a literacy test.
Eligible citizens must now pay federal income tax.
Registered voters can now vote directly for the Senate.
Elderly citizens may now receive Social Security.
53
Which statement is
best
supported by this election data?
Turnout increased in each consecutive presidential election.
The turnout was similar in all elections.
Turnout was similar in the years of presidential elections.
The turnout increased in each consecutive election.
54
According to the passage, which statement describes the status of human rights?
Humans must struggle to protect their rights and freedom.
All humans have the right to live in a sovereign nation.
All humans have the same rights that are protected.
All countries should extend freedom and personal rights.
55
Which of the following measures would require a mandatory referendum in Florida?
a proposed amendment to the State constitution
a proposed law introduced by citizens
a "hot potato" issue that lawmakers feel is controversial
a change to the sentencing requirements for crimes
56
Which political principle of the United States is represented by this text?
checks and balances
separation of powers
executive privilege
judicial review
57
Which describes the role of the legislative branch and its relationship with other branches?
B
A
C
D
58
Which statement describes how NAFTA has most influenced the relationship of the US with other countries?
NAFTA has weakened U.S. global prestige with other nations
NAFTA has enhanced U.S. military presence in other nations
NAFTA has decreased U.S. cultural impact in other nations
NAFTA has improved U.S. economic ties with other nations
59
Why are independent regulatory agencies considered to be "independent"?
A
B
C
D
60
Which issue is associated with the founding of the Republican Party in 1854?
immigration reform
rights of the states
tax reform
spread of slavery
61
Which of the following cases would be heard in a state court?
a copyright infringement case
a bankruptcy case
an immigration case
a housing foreclosure case
62
How does the constitutional separation of powers affect the conduct of war?
D
B
A
C
63
Which power could also be included in this list?
pass bills of attainder
regulate interstate commerce
tax state exports
try crimes of treason
64
Which statement explains a difference between the Articles of Confederation & the Constitution?
B
A
D
C
65
Which scenario illustrates the checks and balances doctrine of the United States Constitution?
Supreme Court impeaches a member of Congress for ethics.
Congress impeaches a president for violating a federal law.
Congress appoints heads of Cabinet in the executive branch.
The president makes recommendations for federal agencies.
66
Which government official would decide if the student's rights have been violated?
a defense attorney
the mayor
the school superintendent
a judge
67
Which state and local service will be the
most
impacted by this demographic trend?
education
public housing
health care
employment
68
The Necessary and Proper Clause of the Constitution is a source of which constitutional powers?
implied powers
concurrent powers
expressed powers
reserved powers
69
Which kind of primary is described in the article?
closed primary
proportional primary
open primary
indirect primary
70
Which question is most helpful in detecting bias in a piece of writing?
Does the author accurately portray different points of view?
Does the author work for a well-known news organization?
Does the author use facts to make the argument?
Does the author provide sources for information?
71
Which objective did the Founders have in creating a federal government with three branches?
preventing the formation of political parties
preventing the influence of legislative lobbyists
preventing consolidation of power by an individual or group
preventing the merger of roles between church and state
72
What is the primary purpose of a national convention for a political party?
to nominate state delegates
to vote on state and national laws
to nominate a presidential candidate
to obtain funds for the presidential campaign
73
Which type of election results in a candidate being nominated by a political party?
a bond election
a primary election
a general election
a referendum election
74
Which organization does the US work with to ensure human rights are upheld around the world?
Organization of American States
European Union
United Nations
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
75
Which statement
best
explains the historical impact of the amendment process on voting rights?
Constitutional amendments shifted voting rights from one group to another.
Constitutional amendments have expanded voting rights for many groups.
Constitutional amendments permitted voting rights to be qualified for some
Constitutional amendments allowed voting rights to expire for some groups.
76
How did the Vietnam War contribute to the passage of the Twenty-Sixth Amendment?
The UN demanded that the right to vote be extended at age 18
Soldiers demanded the right to vote for the representative
Women’s Movement asked the right to vote be given at age 18
Soldiers demanded the right to vote for their representative
77
Which describes a major difference between the House of Representatives and the Senate?
Rider attachments must originate in the Senate.
Revenue bills must originate in the House.
Debate is limited in the Senate but unlimited in the House.
Senate brings impeachment charges but the House tries case.
78
Which action is a role of the U.S. Supreme Court?
creating civil legislation
rejecting unconstitutional laws
trying criminal cases
enforcing legislative decisions
79
Which statement best supports this idea?
Rights of citizens are protected more than non-citizens.
Individual rights can never be denied to any person.
Individual rights cannot infringe upon the rights of others.
Individual rights are more important than societal rights.
80
Which example is a valid limit on the right to habeas corpus according to the Constitution?
An accused individual may be imprisoned during times of war.
An accused individual may be released after a trial.
Accused may be released during trial for business dealings.
An accused individual may be imprisoned without a trial.
81
Which
best
states if evidence found in the scenario can be used against the suspect in court?
No, the evidence can't be used,the detective did not have a partner
Yes, evidence can be used because a gambling operation is against the law
No, evidence cannot be used because there was no probable cause
Yes, evidence can be used because the detective is on the police force.
82
Which factor is the
most
essential element of a democratic political system?
separation of powers
universal adult suffrage
written constitution
trial by jury
83
Which title
best
captures the importance of this data from the 2012 presidential election?
Newspapers Edged Out by Internet
TV’s Importance Declines
Internet Soars as a Source
Radio Replaces Newspapers
84
What do Florida citizens need to introduce an initiative during an election?
the permission of the local govt to include the initiative
a certain # of citizens who show support for the initiative
the funds to run a campaign supporting the initiative
financial backing of a major political party
85
Why might campaigns be
more
likely to advertise on television instead of radio or Internet?
Radio & Internet are not able to break into the city markets
TVads are sometimes the only way to reach voters who commute
TV ads allow campaigns to present info to a wider market
Radio & Internet ads reach people who aren't into politics
86
How does the president influence the budget process?
He appoints a budget committee member from the Cabinet.
He may amend a budget bill.
He may filibuster a budget bill.
He proposes a budget to Congress.
87
Which federal court has original jurisdiction over this case?
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. District Court
88
Which
best
describes the significance of the Declaration of Independence in world history?
Shows the importance of a strong govt to protect the people.
It represents the protection of the individual.
It provides the constitutional basis for states' rights.
Set of principles to justify the overthrow of a government.
89
Why is the construction of new schools a state responsibility, rather than a federal one?
State laws stop federal govt from funding state education.
Constitution doesnt give power to the state govt for schools
Federal laws stop federal govt from funding state education
Constitution doesn't give power to federal govt for schools
90
The main duty of Florida's lieutanant governor is
to serve as Florida's chief lawyer.
to act as the custodian of State funds.
to succeed to the governorship should a vacancy occur.
to serve as Florida's chief clerk and record-keeper.
91
Which
best
describes the way the Supreme Court has interpreted the right to free speech?
Free speech can be used on all private and public property.
There are some limits on how free speech can be used.
The right to free speech cannot be limited in any way.
It does not apply in a school or any other govt building.
92
What principle was James Madison arguing for in the Federalist Papers when he cited French philosopher Montesquieu?
a bicameral legislature
full faith and credit
separation of powers
a republican form of government
93
Which pair of government principles is correctly matched?
judges-consent of the governed; other officials-rule of law
judges - rule of law; other officials - will of the majority
judges - checks and balances; other officials - federalism
judges-state soveregnty; other officials-consent of governed
94
Read the following scenario and answer the question below.
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
U.S. District Court
95
Which quote from the Declaration of Independence is the
best
example of the political principle of popular sovereignty?
A
C
B
D
96
Which action is an example of voluntary political participation by a U.S. citizen?
voting in an election
obeying laws
serving on a jury
paying taxes
97
Which principle is part of the Bill of Rights?
The govt is allowed to collect income taxes from the people.
The right to vote shall not be abridged on account of race.
Both houses of Congress must be elected by popular vote.
One cannot be forced to testify against oneself in court.
98
What is one way that all levels of government affect the daily lives of citizens?
by supporting education
by funding the military
by inspecting food products
by licensing vehicle drivers
99
Which impact did the Supreme Court's ruling have on students' rights to self-expression?
Schools may limit student expression if it disrupts learning
Schools may limit student expression if it offends teachers.
Schools must allow all student self-expression.
Schools may censor all student self-expression.
100
Which set of years shows Florida's smallest increase in population?
1950 - 1960
1900 - 1910
1850 - 1860
1830 - 1840