The image best refers to-

weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation

Which action is an example of political lobbying?

A health group asks legislators for tougher laws

According to the table, what will happen if the price for a slice decreases from $2.50 to $1.00

There will not be enough pizza produced

The principle of federalism gives governmental power to-

the national and state governments

What is the best title for the list?

Characteristics That Employers Seek

Which is an example of a proprietorship?

Edward owns a restaurant, he gets to keep all of the profits

Which characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming most desirable?

A person with a 4-year degree and programming experience

Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

It helps local needs and serves the public good

From the information in the chart, it can best be concluded that the news media-

displayed a positive bias toward the candidate from Party X

In a criminal case the jury determines-

whether someone is guilty of breaking the law

How are implied powers often used by the United States Congress?

To help carry out expressed powers

Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution in more than 200 years?

The process of adding amendments is very complex.

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1
Which term best describes the message of this poster?
Guarantee
Deposit
Investment
Insurance
2
The powers of the local Virginia governments are granted directly by the-
Constitution of the United States
Virginia Circuit Court
Constitution of Virginia
United States Attorney General
3
The image best refers to-
grievances in the Declaration of Independence
national problems caused by outdated laws
failed policies made by foreign officials
weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
4
The local government in Virginia most likely created this law in order to-
support federal laws
regulate land use
protect consumer rightsd
promote public health
5
Which pair of economic systems best completes this diagram?
Mixed - Free Market
Command - Traditional
Mixed - Traditional
Free Market - Command
6
Which statement bests expresses the principle of "consent of the governed?
A
D
C
B
7
Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county?
9 A.M.
11 A.M.
8 A.M.
10 A.M.
8
Which action is an example of political lobbying?
The governor gives special advice to legislative members
The local newspaper exposes corrupt practices in election
A mayoral candidate gives a rally for campaign supporters
A health group asks legislators for tougher laws
9
Which executive power is being demonstrated in this drawing?
Power to approve cabinet members
Ability to change judicial decisions
Ability to veto legislation
Power to influence legislation
10
According to the table, what will happen if the price for a slice decreases from $2.50 to $1.00
The cost of producing pizzas will rise
Profits of pizza makers will increase
There will not be enough pizza produced
Customers will not buy as much pizza
11
The principle of federalism gives governmental power to-
the county and local governments
a strong confederate government
the national and state governments
a powerful state government
12
What is the best title for the list?
Personal Training Courses Offered By The Federal Government
Outdated Skills Due To Technological Advencements
Characteristics That Employers Seek
National Requirements For All Jobs
13
Which is the best action the government can take to increase funds available for businesses?
Lower taxes
Reduce consumer demand
Balance the budget
Borrow money
14
Which is an example of a proprietorship?
Juan and Philip own a bookstore together
Edward owns a restaurant, he gets to keep all of the profits
Janet and Miranda own a flower shop and share the profits
Roberta owns stock in a steel company and gets some profit
15
The headline describes a case involving-
civil rights
property rights
consumer rights
employee rights
16
Which term completes this economic flow?
Savings
Investment
Income
Taxes
17
Which characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming most desirable?
A person with a 4-year degree and programming experience
A person with a doctoral degree and management experience
A person with a 2-year degree and no work experience
A person who has recently earned a high school diploma
18
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers
It removes the national government's duty to improve society
It helps local needs and serves the public good
It helps businesses find and train employees
19
This agreement is an example of how the United States takes part in-
regulatory organization
global economy
military agreement
financial agreement
20
From the information in the chart, it can best be concluded that the news media-
gave more positive coverage to the candidate from Party Y
displayed a positive bias toward the candidate from Party X
showed negative bias toward both parties
showed little favoritism between political parties
21
This action is one way the president can influence-
judicial review
national policies
international trade
foreign affairs
22
Which branch of government has the power to declare state laws unconstitutional?
State judicial branch
State executive branch
Federal executive branch
Federal legislative branch
23
Which amendment lead to this decision?
13th
16th
8th
5th
24
In which court case did the Supreme Court establish the power of judicial review?
Dred Scott v. Sandford
Marbury v. Madison
Plessy v. Ferguson
Brown v. Board of Education
25
Which person is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia?
Alyssa
Rick
Ranjan
Carla
26
In a criminal case the jury determines-
the best way to settle a disagreement between two people
how much money one person needs to pay another person
whether a person's plea deal can be accepted
whether someone is guilty of breaking the law
27
Which phrase completes the diagram?
voter registration
state population
the number of state senators
the number of political districts
28
How are implied powers often used by the United States Congress?
To help carry out expressed powers
To encourage citizens to vote
To force the executive branch to sign new legislation
To give the government veto powers
29
Which action represents a way the federal government can promote business competition?
Regulating investors
Prohibiting monopolies
Punishing polluters
Enforcing tariffs
30
Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution in more than 200 years?
Changes in society are too small to require amendments.
The courts strike down many amendments.
The process of adding amendments is very complex.
National laws limit the number of amendments.
31
A citizen can help ensure the rights of the accused by-
serving in the military
obeying the state law
serving on a jury
paying an income tax
32
Which power is a responsibility of the Virginia General Assembly?
Exercises judicial review
Approves the state budget
Regulates the economy
Administers state bureaucracy

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