What did the Declaration of Independence do?

declared freedom from Great Britain

What is freedom of religion?

People may or may not choose to practice a religion

Which of the following includes TWO rights of everyone living in the United States?

freedom of speech and freedom of assembly

What was ONE important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?

led the U.S. during the Civil War

What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?

called for the freeing of slaves in the Confederate States

What is ONE thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?

the oldest member of the Constitutional Convention

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1
Which state borders Mexico?
texas
arkansas
alabama
louisiana
2
who was president during both the great depression and WW2?
Coolidge
Roosevelt
Wilson
Truman
3
how old do citizens have to be to run for president?
18
16
35
21
4
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
declared freedom for the slaves
declared equal rights for women
declared freedom from Great Britain
declared an end to the war with GB
5
What is freedom of religion?
Religious institutions do not have to pay taxes
States may choose a religion for the people
People may or may not choose to practice a religion
Religious leaders are exempt from the law
6
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
the Bill of Rights
checks and balances
the federal reserve
the military
7
which US state borders Canada?
Connecticut
Oregon
Wisconsin
Alaska
8
Which of the following includes TWO rights of everyone living in the United States?
freedom to make laws and freedom of assembly
freedom to work and freedom to make laws
freedom of speech and freedom of assembly
freedom to work and freedom of speech
9
what is ONE branch of the federal government?
treasury
judicial
military
governor
10
What was ONE important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?
led the U.S. during the American Revolution
led the U.S. during the War of 1812
led the U.S. during the Mexican-American War
led the U.S. during the Civil War
11
What is the economic system in the United States?
socialist or mutual economy
barter or trade economy
capitalist or market economy
communist or collective economy
12
What war was Eisenhower in?
Korean War
WW2
Civil War
Spanish-American War
13
what is the "rule of law"?
government leaders are above the laws
everyone must follow the law
laws remain the same in every state
laws only apply to united states citizens
14
who is commander in chief of the military?
the secretary of defense
the president
the US attorney general
the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff
15
if the president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
the president pro tempore
the speaker of the house
the vice president
the secretary of states
16
Which war was fought by the United States in the 1900s?
Mexican-American War
Civil War
Revolutionary War
World War 1
17
Why does the American Flag have 50 Stars?
One star for each constitutional amendment
One star for each state
One star for each President
One star for each original Colony
18
Who was the first President of the United States?
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
John Hancock
James Madison
19
The U.S. House of Representatives has how many voting members?
380
265
519
435
20
What is ONE promise made when becoming a citizen of the USA?
to get an education
to join a political party
to register to vote
to defend the US Constitution
21
What is the main duty of the President's Cabinet?
command the military
set policy
advise the President
make laws
22
what is one power that belongs to the federal government?
to establish police departments
to issue driver's licenses
to make treaties
to provide public education
23
How many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court?
11
7
5
9
24
who is one of the authors of the federalist's papers?
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
John Adams
George Washington
25
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
James Madison
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
26
What is the deadline for filing federal income tax forms?
September 15
June 30
December 31
April 15
27
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Hawaii
Alaska
Louisiana
Florida
28
Which of the following reasons led to the Civil War?
Oil RIghts
Slavery
Religious Freedom
Taxes
29
what is the highest court in the U.S?
the municipal court
the superior court
the supreme court
the district court
30
under the US constitution, what is one power of the states?
create an army
issue passports
print money
provide public education
31
What do we call the first 10 amendments to the Constitution?
the preamble
the declaration of independence
the articles of confederation
the bill of rights
32
What Ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
The Arctic Ocean
The Pacific Ocean
The Indian Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean
33
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
at age 18
men no longer have to register
at age 16
at birth
34
Which of the following includes TWO ways that Americans can participate in democracy?
go to college and start a career
read a newspaper and volunteer at the local food bank
get a drivers license and purchase real estate
vote and run for office
35
How is the number of U.S. Representatives chosen for each state?
by state political affiliation
by state geographical size
by state location
by state population
36
Which of the following included TWO major political parties in the U.S.?
Democratic and Republican `
Progressive and Libertarian
Libertarian and Democratic
Progressive and Republican
37
Who is the "Father of Our Country?"
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Jefferson
38
What did Martin Luther King Jr. do?
fought for civil rights
established Harvard Law School
became the first black U.S. Senator
ran for President of the United States
39
during the Cold War, what was the main concern of the U.S?
colonialism
sectionalism
communism
imperialism
40
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The Speaker of the House
The President
The Chief Justice
The Majority Leader
41
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
called for the freeing of slaves in the Confederate States
called for the creation of state borders
called for an end to Southern Secession
called for an end to the Civil War
42
What is ONE thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
the oldest member of the Constitutional Convention
inventor of the telegraph
decorated war general
4th president of the U.S.
43
if both the president and vice president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
the president pro tempore
the secretary of state
the U.S. attorney general
the speaker of the house
44
How many years are there in one term of office for a U.S. Representative?
8
2
6
4
45
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
"We the People"
"We the United"
"We the Americans"
"We the Citizens"
46
When was the U.S. Constitution written?
1787
1865
1812
1776
47
what ocean is on the west coast of the U.S?
pacific
arctic
indian
atlantic
48
Which of the following are national U.S. holidays?
Valentine's Day and Thanksgiving Day
Columbus Day and Flag Day
Labor Day and Veterans Day
Memorial Day and Mother's Day
49
What is ONE right or freedom from the First Amendment?
free speech
the bear arms
to vote
jury trial
50
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
July 4, 1876
July 4, 1770
July 4, 1870
51
Which of the following wars was fought by the United States in the 1800s?
Spanish-American War
Korean War
World War 1
French and Indian War
52
What does the Constitution do?
sets codes of conduct for obeying laws
draws boundaries of congressional districts
determines if citizens are tried to the full extent of law
sets up and defines the government
53
who vetoes bills?
the president pro tempore
the speaker of the house
the president
the majority leader
54
Who was President during World War 1?
Warren Harding
Franklin Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Theodore Roosevelt
55
What do Americans show loyalty to when saying the Pledge of Allegiance?
the Declaration of Independence
the states where you live
The President of the United States of America
the United States of America
56
What historical event happened on 9/11/2001?
hurricane Katrina
terrorists attacked the U.S.
the stock market crashed
columbia space shuttle exploded
57
How many years are there in one term for a U.S. President?
6
2
8
4
58
What did Susan B Anthony do?
Fought for women's rights
Established a college for women
Made the first American flag
Founded the Red Cross
59
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Emancipation Proclamation
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
The U.S. Constitution
60
In what month is the election day for President?
November
January
June
August
61
Why did the colonists fight the British?
because of high taxes
because the British Invaded France
because the colonists wanted religious freedom
Because the colonists wanted a new king
62
What is ONE responsibility that only applies to United States citizens?
pay taxes
obey the laws
serve on a jury
attend private school
63
Which of the following is ONE of the two largest rivers in the United States?
Mississippi River
Potomac River
Colorado River
Ohio River
64
Which of the following includes THREE of the 13 original colonies?
Maine, Ohio, West Virginia
Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina
Georgia, Indiana, New York
Vermont, Florida, Pennsylvania
65
What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
The Constitutional was ratified
The Constitution was written
The Declaration of Independence was written
The Magna Carta was signed
66
Who did the United States fight in World War 2?
Japan, Germany, and France
Japan, Italy, and Germany
Russia, France, and Great Britain
Russia, China, and Japan`
67
Who does a U.S. Senator represent?
only the people in the state who voted for the Senator
only people who belong to the political party of the Senator
all people in the Senator's state
all people in the United States
68
What group of people was take to the Americas and sold as slaves?
Italians
Spaniards
Canadians
Africans
69
What is an amendment?
a preamble of the constitution
an explanation of the bill of rights
an introduction to the bill of rights
a change to the constitution
70
what is the capital of the US?
Washington, DC
Philadelphia, PA
Boston, MA
New York, NY
71
Which of the following includes TWO Cabinet-level positions?
Human Affairs and Navy
Education and History
Homeland Security and Treasury
Energy and Motor Vehicles
72
How many amendments does the constitution have?
27
50
10
36
73
what is the capital of Arizona?
phoenix
tuscon
prescott
flagstaff
74
what is ONE right that only applies to US citizens
practice a religion
own a weapon
run for office
speak freely
75
which of the following was a US territory?
Cuba
hawaii
panama
guam
76
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
American Indians
Pacific Islanders
Chinese
Russians
77
What are the TWO parts of the U.S. Congress?
The Supreme Court and the Superior Court
the President and the Cabinet
The Senate and the House of Representatives
The U.S. Treasury and the State Department
78
What was the name of the war between the North and the South?
World War II
Revolutionary War
Civil War
War of 1812
79
There are 4 amendments to the constitution about who can vote. Which of the following are true?
only citizens 18 and older can vote
only citizens with jobs can vote
only citizens who pay taxes can vote
only citizens 21 and older can vote
80
How many years are there in one term of office for a U.S. Senator?
4
8
2
6
81
Why does the American flag have 13 stripes?
They represent 13 members of the 2nd Continental Congress
They represent the 13 signatures on the U.S. Constitution
They represent the 13 original colonies
They represent the 13 military heroes of the Rev. War
82
what movement tried to end racial discrimination?
women's suffrage
civil rights
temperance
progressive
83
How many U.S. Senators are there?
435
25
100
50
84
What does the Judicial Branch do?
amends the Constitution and overturns laws
stipulates the number of Supreme Court Justices
decides if a law goes against the Constitution
provides legal advice to the President and his staff
85
Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
San Francisco, CA
New York, NY
Boston, MA
Washington, DC
86
What is ONE reason colonists came to America?
religious freedom
education
better health
elect a new king
87
When is Independence Day celebrated?
September 17
July 4
November 11
April 19
88
who signs bills to become laws?
the president
the vice president
the chief justice of the supreme court
the secretary of state
89
which of the following includes 2 rights stated in the D.o.I.?
life and liberty
vote and pursuit of happiness
bear arms and pay taxes
freedom of speech and justice
90
What is the name of the National Anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner
America the Beautiful
My Country Tis of Thee
God Bless the USA
91
who makes federal laws?
the supreme court
the Congress
the attorney general
the justice department
92
Which of the following is an American Indian Tribe?
Huli
Navajo
Maori
Kikuyu

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Civics Test Review

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Questions 92

Answers

1
Which state borders Mexico?
texas
arkansas
alabama
louisiana
2
who was president during both the great depression and WW2?
Coolidge
Roosevelt
Wilson
Truman
3
how old do citizens have to be to run for president?
18
16
35
21
4
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
declared freedom for the slaves
declared equal rights for women
declared freedom from Great Britain
declared an end to the war with GB
5
What is freedom of religion?
Religious institutions do not have to pay taxes
States may choose a religion for the people
People may or may not choose to practice a religion
Religious leaders are exempt from the law
6
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
the Bill of Rights
checks and balances
the federal reserve
the military
7
which US state borders Canada?
Connecticut
Oregon
Wisconsin
Alaska
8
Which of the following includes TWO rights of everyone living in the United States?
freedom to make laws and freedom of assembly
freedom to work and freedom to make laws
freedom of speech and freedom of assembly
freedom to work and freedom of speech
9
what is ONE branch of the federal government?
treasury
judicial
military
governor
10
What was ONE important thing that Abraham Lincoln did?
led the U.S. during the American Revolution
led the U.S. during the War of 1812
led the U.S. during the Mexican-American War
led the U.S. during the Civil War
11
What is the economic system in the United States?
socialist or mutual economy
barter or trade economy
capitalist or market economy
communist or collective economy
12
What war was Eisenhower in?
Korean War
WW2
Civil War
Spanish-American War
13
what is the "rule of law"?
government leaders are above the laws
everyone must follow the law
laws remain the same in every state
laws only apply to united states citizens
14
who is commander in chief of the military?
the secretary of defense
the president
the US attorney general
the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff
15
if the president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
the president pro tempore
the speaker of the house
the vice president
the secretary of states
16
Which war was fought by the United States in the 1900s?
Mexican-American War
Civil War
Revolutionary War
World War 1
17
Why does the American Flag have 50 Stars?
One star for each constitutional amendment
One star for each state
One star for each President
One star for each original Colony
18
Who was the first President of the United States?
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
John Hancock
James Madison
19
The U.S. House of Representatives has how many voting members?
380
265
519
435
20
What is ONE promise made when becoming a citizen of the USA?
to get an education
to join a political party
to register to vote
to defend the US Constitution
21
What is the main duty of the President's Cabinet?
command the military
set policy
advise the President
make laws
22
what is one power that belongs to the federal government?
to establish police departments
to issue driver's licenses
to make treaties
to provide public education
23
How many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court?
11
7
5
9
24
who is one of the authors of the federalist's papers?
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
John Adams
George Washington
25
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
James Madison
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
26
What is the deadline for filing federal income tax forms?
September 15
June 30
December 31
April 15
27
What territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
Hawaii
Alaska
Louisiana
Florida
28
Which of the following reasons led to the Civil War?
Oil RIghts
Slavery
Religious Freedom
Taxes
29
what is the highest court in the U.S?
the municipal court
the superior court
the supreme court
the district court
30
under the US constitution, what is one power of the states?
create an army
issue passports
print money
provide public education
31
What do we call the first 10 amendments to the Constitution?
the preamble
the declaration of independence
the articles of confederation
the bill of rights
32
What Ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
The Arctic Ocean
The Pacific Ocean
The Indian Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean
33
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
at age 18
men no longer have to register
at age 16
at birth
34
Which of the following includes TWO ways that Americans can participate in democracy?
go to college and start a career
read a newspaper and volunteer at the local food bank
get a drivers license and purchase real estate
vote and run for office
35
How is the number of U.S. Representatives chosen for each state?
by state political affiliation
by state geographical size
by state location
by state population
36
Which of the following included TWO major political parties in the U.S.?
Democratic and Republican `
Progressive and Libertarian
Libertarian and Democratic
Progressive and Republican
37
Who is the "Father of Our Country?"
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Jefferson
38
What did Martin Luther King Jr. do?
fought for civil rights
established Harvard Law School
became the first black U.S. Senator
ran for President of the United States
39
during the Cold War, what was the main concern of the U.S?
colonialism
sectionalism
communism
imperialism
40
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
The Speaker of the House
The President
The Chief Justice
The Majority Leader
41
What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
called for the freeing of slaves in the Confederate States
called for the creation of state borders
called for an end to Southern Secession
called for an end to the Civil War
42
What is ONE thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
the oldest member of the Constitutional Convention
inventor of the telegraph
decorated war general
4th president of the U.S.
43
if both the president and vice president can no longer serve, who becomes president?
the president pro tempore
the secretary of state
the U.S. attorney general
the speaker of the house
44
How many years are there in one term of office for a U.S. Representative?
8
2
6
4
45
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
"We the People"
"We the United"
"We the Americans"
"We the Citizens"
46
When was the U.S. Constitution written?
1787
1865
1812
1776
47
what ocean is on the west coast of the U.S?
pacific
arctic
indian
atlantic
48
Which of the following are national U.S. holidays?
Valentine's Day and Thanksgiving Day
Columbus Day and Flag Day
Labor Day and Veterans Day
Memorial Day and Mother's Day
49
What is ONE right or freedom from the First Amendment?
free speech
the bear arms
to vote
jury trial
50
When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?
July 4, 1776
July 4, 1876
July 4, 1770
July 4, 1870
51
Which of the following wars was fought by the United States in the 1800s?
Spanish-American War
Korean War
World War 1
French and Indian War
52
What does the Constitution do?
sets codes of conduct for obeying laws
draws boundaries of congressional districts
determines if citizens are tried to the full extent of law
sets up and defines the government
53
who vetoes bills?
the president pro tempore
the speaker of the house
the president
the majority leader
54
Who was President during World War 1?
Warren Harding
Franklin Roosevelt
Woodrow Wilson
Theodore Roosevelt
55
What do Americans show loyalty to when saying the Pledge of Allegiance?
the Declaration of Independence
the states where you live
The President of the United States of America
the United States of America
56
What historical event happened on 9/11/2001?
hurricane Katrina
terrorists attacked the U.S.
the stock market crashed
columbia space shuttle exploded
57
How many years are there in one term for a U.S. President?
6
2
8
4
58
What did Susan B Anthony do?
Fought for women's rights
Established a college for women
Made the first American flag
Founded the Red Cross
59
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Emancipation Proclamation
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
The U.S. Constitution
60
In what month is the election day for President?
November
January
June
August
61
Why did the colonists fight the British?
because of high taxes
because the British Invaded France
because the colonists wanted religious freedom
Because the colonists wanted a new king
62
What is ONE responsibility that only applies to United States citizens?
pay taxes
obey the laws
serve on a jury
attend private school
63
Which of the following is ONE of the two largest rivers in the United States?
Mississippi River
Potomac River
Colorado River
Ohio River
64
Which of the following includes THREE of the 13 original colonies?
Maine, Ohio, West Virginia
Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina
Georgia, Indiana, New York
Vermont, Florida, Pennsylvania
65
What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
The Constitutional was ratified
The Constitution was written
The Declaration of Independence was written
The Magna Carta was signed
66
Who did the United States fight in World War 2?
Japan, Germany, and France
Japan, Italy, and Germany
Russia, France, and Great Britain
Russia, China, and Japan`
67
Who does a U.S. Senator represent?
only the people in the state who voted for the Senator
only people who belong to the political party of the Senator
all people in the Senator's state
all people in the United States
68
What group of people was take to the Americas and sold as slaves?
Italians
Spaniards
Canadians
Africans
69
What is an amendment?
a preamble of the constitution
an explanation of the bill of rights
an introduction to the bill of rights
a change to the constitution
70
what is the capital of the US?
Washington, DC
Philadelphia, PA
Boston, MA
New York, NY
71
Which of the following includes TWO Cabinet-level positions?
Human Affairs and Navy
Education and History
Homeland Security and Treasury
Energy and Motor Vehicles
72
How many amendments does the constitution have?
27
50
10
36
73
what is the capital of Arizona?
phoenix
tuscon
prescott
flagstaff
74
what is ONE right that only applies to US citizens
practice a religion
own a weapon
run for office
speak freely
75
which of the following was a US territory?
Cuba
hawaii
panama
guam
76
Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
American Indians
Pacific Islanders
Chinese
Russians
77
What are the TWO parts of the U.S. Congress?
The Supreme Court and the Superior Court
the President and the Cabinet
The Senate and the House of Representatives
The U.S. Treasury and the State Department
78
What was the name of the war between the North and the South?
World War II
Revolutionary War
Civil War
War of 1812
79
There are 4 amendments to the constitution about who can vote. Which of the following are true?
only citizens 18 and older can vote
only citizens with jobs can vote
only citizens who pay taxes can vote
only citizens 21 and older can vote
80
How many years are there in one term of office for a U.S. Senator?
4
8
2
6
81
Why does the American flag have 13 stripes?
They represent 13 members of the 2nd Continental Congress
They represent the 13 signatures on the U.S. Constitution
They represent the 13 original colonies
They represent the 13 military heroes of the Rev. War
82
what movement tried to end racial discrimination?
women's suffrage
civil rights
temperance
progressive
83
How many U.S. Senators are there?
435
25
100
50
84
What does the Judicial Branch do?
amends the Constitution and overturns laws
stipulates the number of Supreme Court Justices
decides if a law goes against the Constitution
provides legal advice to the President and his staff
85
Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
San Francisco, CA
New York, NY
Boston, MA
Washington, DC
86
What is ONE reason colonists came to America?
religious freedom
education
better health
elect a new king
87
When is Independence Day celebrated?
September 17
July 4
November 11
April 19
88
who signs bills to become laws?
the president
the vice president
the chief justice of the supreme court
the secretary of state
89
which of the following includes 2 rights stated in the D.o.I.?
life and liberty
vote and pursuit of happiness
bear arms and pay taxes
freedom of speech and justice
90
What is the name of the National Anthem?
The Star-Spangled Banner
America the Beautiful
My Country Tis of Thee
God Bless the USA
91
who makes federal laws?
the supreme court
the Congress
the attorney general
the justice department
92
Which of the following is an American Indian Tribe?
Huli
Navajo
Maori
Kikuyu