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Government Semester Exam Review
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The branch of government described in Article III of the Constitution that interprets the laws.
All of these
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
2
How long is the term for a U.S. Senator?
6 days
2 Years
4 years
6 years
3
Protects citizens' rights and prevents states from discriminating against out-of-state citizens
Full Faith and Credit Clause
Privileges and Immunities Clause
Enumerated Powers
Santa Clause
4
The branch of government described in Article I of the Constitution that creates laws.
Legislative
All of these
Executive
Judicial
5
Which of these is NOT one of the 4 characteristics of a state?
a flag
Government
Population
Territory
6
Which is NOT a reason why the framers of the Constitution set up a bicameral legislature?
Compromise of big and small states
It was similar to the British form of government
It would manage government better
7
What is the title of the commander of the national armed forces of the U.S.?
The Vice-President
The President
The Captain of the Pacific Fleet
The Attorney General
8
The branch of government described in Article II of the Constitution that executes the laws.
Legislative
Judicial
All of these
Executive
9
The individual 50 States lack which basic characteristic of a state?
Sovereignty
government
population
territory
10
Why could presidential candidate “A” lose a presidential election despite receiving more votes than candidate “B”?
Candidate A won the electoral college
Candidate A is a loser even when they win
Candidate B is better looking
Candidate B won the electoral college
11
What is the minimum number of representatives a state may have in the U.S. House of Representatives?
2
1
3
4
12
Which of the following is not protected by the First Amendment?
Free speech
Freedom of press
Right to bear arms
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Also known as the "elastic clause", it is Article I, Section 8, Clause 18 of the United States Constitution
Necessary and Proper Claws
Santa Claws
Santa Clause
Necessary and Proper Clause
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Who is the president of the Senate?
The President
The Vice-President
The Attorney General
The Chief Senator
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What characteristic of a state do the individual 50 States lack?
Population
Territory
Sovereignty
Government
16
What are the first 10 amendments known as?
Bill of Rights
Constitution
Declaration of Independence
Declaration of Rights
17
Which fact disqualifies a person from representing Nevada in the U.S. Senate?
They have been a citizen for 8 years
They were born in Guatemala
They are 35 years old
18
How long is the term for a U.S. Representative?
6 years
4 years
2 days
2 Years
19
Who is the leader of the executive branch in the U.S.?
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
The CEO of the U.S.
The Speaker of the House
The President of the U.S.
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Which of the following is NOT a constitutional requirement to be President of the United States?
Previous government experience
14 Years Residing in the U.S.
35 years of age
Natural Born Citizen
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Theory that citizens give up some rights in exchange for protection of their natural rights.
Divine Right Theory
Evolutionary Theory
Force Theory
Social Contract Theory
22
The president of the Senate is the...
majority leader
Attorney General
Vice-President
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Amendment that protects states rights
10th Amendment
9th Amendment
1st Amendment
