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1
Which amendment defines citizenship and requires due process from states?
14th
15th
5th
13th
2
Which statement BEST expresses the principle of "consent of the governed"?
Bills for raising revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives
No Person except a natural born citizen shall be President
We the People of the United States. . .establish this Constitution
Congress shall assemble at least once in every year.
3
Vetoing a bill is one way the Pesident can influence. . .
judicial review
national policies
foreign affairs
international trade
4
What level of government can declare war?
A County
The federal government
A city
The states
5
Which of the following does the First Amendment guarantee?
You may vote in elections
You may own firearms
You may meet with other people
You have the right to a speedy trial
6
Which of the following is the BEST title for Mr. Frankwell's job?
Counselor
Politician
Lobbyist
Reporter
7
In 2024, Democratics selected Ms. Harris and Republicans selected Mr. Trump as candidates. Which function is this?
Monitoring actions of officeholders
Recruiting and nominating candidates
Educating the electorate (voters) about key issues.
Helping candidates win elections
8
A news article reporting a federal judge has been impeached best illustrates the concept of--
popular sovereignty
consent of the governend
rule of law
democracy
9
Which right would police be guilty of violating if they ordered a peaceful protest to disperse?
Religion
Press
Speech
Assembly
10
In the United States system of federalism, reserved powers are those powers--
Powers shared by national and state governments
Reserved for state governments
Reserved for local governments
Reserved for the national government
11
Presidential debates are an important part of the political process. Which function best describes a debate's purpose?
Monitoring the actions of officeholders
Educating the electorate (voters) about campaign issues
Helping candidates learn what is important to the opposing party
Recruiting and nominating candidates
12
All of the following are examples of mass media's role during elections EXCEPT--
Broadcasting different points of view
Emphasizing selected issues
Identifying candidates
Broadcasting the current governments official position
13
Which term BEST fits the box labeled with the number 1?
Representative government
Rule of law
Democracy
Limited government
14
All of these statements are examples of limited government EXCEPT--
Tenth Amendment says powers not given federal government belong to states
Congress cannot pass a law requiring people to belong a church
The President is impeached because he lied under oath (perjury)
Police must have probable cause to search your homes or property
15
Which branch of government and house is responsible for approving presidential appointments?
State executive--the Governor
Federal Legislative--House of Representatives
Federal Legislative--the U.S. Senate
State Legislative--the State Senate
16
In his State of the Union address, the President asks Congress to reform the postal system. He is acting as the. . .
Chief Executive
Chief Citizen
Chief Diplomat
Chief Legislator
17
The structure of the federal government was established by the
Emancipation Proclamation
United States Constitution
Declaration of Independence
Mayflower Compact
18
What goal of the Preamble to the Constitution is illustrated in this cartoon?
Establish justice
Form a more perfect union
Ensure domestic tranquility
Provide for the common defense
19
Which statement BEST demonstrates meeting community needs?
JFK Middle School students donated food to the local animal shelter.
The mayor rejected a plan to start a local recycling program.
A local organization held a concert for honor roll students
The Kings Fork High School volleyball team raised money for a team trip
20
Why have only 27 amendments been added to the United States Constitution?
National laws limit the number of amendments
The courts strike down many amendments
Changes in society are too small to require many amendments
The process of adding amendments is very complex
21
Special interest groups have a great deal of influence over elected officials because of the money they give.
False
True
22
How is a state's electoral vote determined?
By the state's location
The number of political districts in a state
Total congressional representation
The number of cities in a state
23
Which floor would a teenager go for misdemeanor charges?
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
24
The Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom
established churches as tax free under the laws of the state
established freedom of religious beliefs and opinions for Virginia only
established freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
Established a state church for Virginia supported by taxes
25
Naturalization is the legal process of
becoming a citizen
obtaining a passport
becoming a registered voter
applying to become an immigrant
26
According to the illustration which is NOT a way to PROPOSE an amendment to the Constitution?
2/3 vote of both houses
National Convention
Vote of the Senate and House of Representatives
3/4 state convention
27
How are implied powers most often used?
To overturn Supreme Court Decisions
To violate the Constitution
To support expressed powers
To force the President to sign a bill
28
Why were the charters of the Virginia Company of London important?
They created a federal court system
They established a national banking system
They guaranteed the colonists the same rights as Englishmen
They stated the colonists' grievances against the English King
29
All of the following are true about the naturalization process EXCEPT
Typically you must be in the US to before applying to become a citizen
You must be able to speak, read, and understand basic English
You need a knowledge of US History and government to become a citizen
Children under 18 must be naturalized even if their parents become citizens
30
What is the significance of this portion of the Constitution?
It explains the goals and purposes of the government
It gives citizens the power to govern themselves
It describes the reason for declaring independence
It provides basic rights to American citizens
31
Where on the political spectrum do both parties move to try to win votes in the general election?
Democrats move further left, Republicans move to the political center.
Republicans move further right, Democrats move to the political center.
Both parties move towards the political center.
Republicans move further right, Democrats move further left.
32
All of the following are required to vote in Virginia EXCEPT--
A person must be a resident of VA and the precinct in which they vote.
A person must be at least 18 years old by the day of the general election.
A person must be at least 18 years old by the day they register to vote
A person must be a citizen of the United States.
33
Separation of powers is best defined as
The Supreme Court is only an appellate court
Power is divided among the different branches of government
The House must approve bills, the Senate approves presidential appointees
Each branch has the power to stop action taken by one of the other branches
34
Which document would you use when doing a project on the structure of the US government?
Virginia Statute of Religious Freedom
Declaration of Independence
Virginia Declaration of Rights
United States Constitution
35
American citizens have all the following rights EXCEPT the right to
attend church, synagogue, or mosque
vote
disobey laws
have a fair trial
36
Which document would best complete the graphic?
Declaration of Independence
United States Constitution
Virginia Declaration of Rights
Articles of Confederation
37
The following quote from the Constitution applies to which clause in the Preamble?
Establish justice
Provide for the common defense
Promote the general welfare
Form a more perfect union
38
Which amendment protects freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition?
Tenth
Third
First
Second
39
Which of the following MOST ACCURATELY describes a citizen?
Someone who lives in a country
A person with certain rights and duties under a government
Someone with a birth certificate
Someone who votes regularly
40
Which amendment prohibits double jeopardy?
5th
6th
2nd
4th
41
Which amendment ended slavery in the United States?
5th
13th
15th
14th
42
Which statement BEST completes the shaded area of the Venn Diagram?
Reflect fundamental conservative values
Believe in little government involvement in the economy
Reflect fundamental liberal values
Main goal is to organize to win elections
43
The Declaration of Independence accomplished all of the following EXCEPT--
Guaranteed fundamental freedoms such as freedom of religion and press
Affirmed all men are created equal with unalienable rights
Declared our independence from Great Britain
Listed grievances against the Enlgish King
44
Which of the following demonstrates the media offering a forum for opposing viewpoints?
A news conference regarding a controversial decision made by a governor.
A headline about a government official's mishandling of state funds.
A debate between two candidates that are running for president.
A news story focusing on a local school's plan for improving test scores.
45
In which branch of government are members not elected but are appointed for life?
Executive branch
Liftetime appointment branch
Judicial branch
Legislative branch
46
The 5th Amendment requires
due process from national and state governments alike
Due process from the national or federal government
police to have a warrant before they search you
due process from state government
47
Read the quote, in which document would it most likely be found?
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Virginia Declaration of Rights
48
The ideas from the VA Declaration of Rights such as freedom of speech and due process are reflected in the
Articles of the Constitution
Preamble to the Constitution
Bill of Rights
Articles of Confederation
49
Which of the following DOES NOT help your community?
Being active in a neighborhood watch group
Cooperating (helping) with the poice
Throwing trash out of your car window
Volunteering your services to the elderly.
50
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
It helps businesses find and train new employees (workers).
It addresses local needs and serves the public good.
It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers.
It removes the national government's duty to improve society.
51
Which political principle is BEST described in headline?
Limited Government
Separation of powers
Consent of the governed
Rule of Law
52
All of the following are duties of American citizens EXCEPT:
Obeying the law.
Paying taxes
Serving as a witness in court when subpoenaed (called)
Serving one year in the military.
53
What happens if your receive a summons to report for jury duty but instead of going you take a vacation instead?
You may have to pay higher taxes.
You may face legal consequences
You may lose your job.
You may lose your citizenship if you have been naturalized.
54
The below excerpt from the Constitution
is contained in the First Amendment
has led to a less diverse society
describes the naturalization process
defines American citizenship
55
Which principle of government is shown in this chart?
Checks and balances
Representative government
Separation of powers
Consent of the governed
56
What action is most likely to occur at this event?
Filing of an appeal
Selection of a jury
Reading of a verdict
Entering a plea
57
What legal process is being described when the court rules a law or executive acton unconstitutional?
Legislative proceeding
Judicial review
Criminal prosecution
Civil trial
58
What principle of government is being exercised when the President calls Congress into special session?
Checks and Balances
Popular Sovereignty or consent of the governed
Representative democary
Concurrent and reserved powers
59
Under the principles of federalism, what are the powers give to the national or federal government called?
Concurrent
Reserved
Delegated
Implied
60
All of the following are examples of the role of mass media during elections EXCEPT--
Creating candidate advertisements
Emphasizing selected issues
Broadcasting different points of view
Identifying candidates
61
What term BEST fits the box label with the number 5?
Rule of law
Representative government
Limited government
Democracy
62
Which term BEST fits the box labeled with the number 4?
Consent of the governed
Representative government
Rule of law
Limited government
63
What court case established the princple of judicial review?
Plessy v. Ferguson
Scott v. Sanford
Marbury v. Madison
Brown v. Board of Education
64
Immigration and naturalization
had little impact on America
have weakened American's reputation in the world.
have ruined the American economy
have led to an increasingly diverse society
65
Which government principle is described by line 2?
Limited government
Democracy
Rule of law
Consent of the governed
66
Which statement BEST supports the President's comments about voters?
Voting is required by law for the government to operate efficiently.
Voting is one of a citizen's most important responsibilities.
Voting is a right of All American ctiizens protected by the Bill of RIghts.
Voting is the process by which Americans make all governmental decisions.
67
Which phrase completes the ? in the graphic organizer?
Fundamental Political Principles
Democracy
Monarchy
Oligarchy
68
Which of the following IS NOT considered a citizen?
Gilda--25--from Austria, moved to US in 2010-studies at Syracuse University
Cindy--18 years old--born in NE--attends college in Lincoln.
Pete--5 years old--born in FL which parents vacationing from Mexico
Hans--47 years old--born in Germany--naturalized in 1994.
69
What limits are placed on naturalized citizens?
They cannot serve a a juror (a member of a jury) on a federal trail.
They cannot become President or Vice-President
They cannot leave the country for three years.
They cannot become a US Senator or member of the House of Representatives.
70
According to the Tenth Amendment, powers not specifically delegated are reserved to the people or--
local governments
the states
the courts
political parties
71
Which freedom protected by the First Amendment is NOT illustrated?
Assembly
Press
Speech
Religion
72
All of the following statements are true about electing the President EXCEPT--
All states require electors to vote for the winner of the popular vote.
Presidents are elected by the electoral college and need 270 votes to win.
Electors cast their votes in state capitals in December after the election.
Electoral votes are counted on Jan 6 by a joint session of Congress.
73
What is the civic duty that everyone performs?
Serving in court
Paying taxes
Obeying the law
Serving in the military
74
Which items completes the graphic organizer?
Earn and pay income taxes
Register and vote
Serve on a jury
Register for the Selective Service (armed forces)
75
All of the following are CIVIC responsibilities EXCEPT--
Staying informed about current events
Cleaning your room
Contacting government officials
Voting
76
What document is considered the origin of English Rights?
Magna Carta
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Common Sense by Thomas Paine
English Bill of Rights
77
Which amendment says the right to vote cannot be denied based upon race?
15th
5th
14th
13th
