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Preston High School (Idaho) - 11th grade Civics Test Study Guide
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Study Guide for U.S. History students at PHS. Answers current as of 11/2018 #civics #us_history
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1
Who is the "Father of Our Country"?
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
2
Wars fought by the U.S. in the 1900's did not include the Persian Gulf War
True
False
3
When is the last day that you can send your federal tax?
November 4
July 4
January 20
April 15
4
What are 2 rights of everyone living in the United States?
Freedom of poverty & retaliation
Freedom of expression (speech) & assembly
Freedom of choice (to not take your civics test)
Freedom of petition of government, worship, & right to bear arms
5
Under our Constitution, the Federal Government can not declare war or create an army.
True
False
6
Under our Constitution, the Federal Government has power to print money and make treaties
False
True
7
What is the idea of self-government (found in the first 3 words of the constitution)?
Pursuit of Happiness
We the People
8
Who is the President (as of 2019)?
Mike Pence
Dan Crenshaw
Donald Trump
Barack Obama
9
The Declaration of Independence announced our independence from Great Britain
False
True
10
The 2 major political parties of the U.S. are Democrat & Republican
False
True
11
Becoming a U.S. Citizen means you defend the Constitution, obey U.S. laws, are loyal to the U.S. & will serve if needed.
True
False
12
The U.S. war between the North and the South was the Revolutionary War
False
True
13
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness are...
Rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence
Rights mentioned in the Bill of Rights
14
Slavery, States Rights, & Economic Reasons led to the start of the Civil War
False
True
15
The two Longest Rivers in the U.S. are
Missouri & Colorado
Missouri & Mississippi
16
The U.S. fought Japan, Germany, and Italy during WWII.
True
False
17
There are 4 amendments to the constitution about who can vote.
True
False
18
The President votes for bills.
True
False
19
Name wars fought by the United States in the 1800's
War of 1812 & the Civil War
WWI & WWII
Revolutionary War
Mexican-American War or Spanish-American War
20
What is the Economic System of the U.S.?
Demcratic Economy
Capitalism or Market Economy
21
George Washington was the 1st President of the U.S. and is called the "Father of Our Country".
True
False
22
Mike Pence is the Vice-President (as of 2019)
True
False
23
Voting in federal elections & running for federal office are rights only for U.S. Citizens.
True
False
24
American's can participate in their democracy by...
Helping with a campaign
Joining a civic group or write to a newspaper
Protesting social norms and attempt to shut down government
Ignoring politics, not participating, and sleeping through class.
25
There are 13 states that border Canada.
True
False
26
How many states border Mexico?
3 (CA, NM, TX)
4 (CA, AZ, NM, TX)
27
American Indian tribes in the U.S. include Cherokee, Navajo, Blackfeet, Cheyenne & Oneida
True
False
28
Who was President during WWI (one)?
Harry S Truman
Woodrow Wilson
29
What did Susan B. Anthony do?
Wrote "Poor Richard's Almanac"
Acted as a courier and spy during the Revolutionary War
Fought for civil & women's rights
Dressed as a man and fought in the Civil War
30
Benjamin Franklin is famous for
Being a U.S. diplomat & oldest member of the Constitutional Convention
Being the first Postmaster General of the U.S.
Being the writer of "Poor Richard's Almanac"
Starting the first free libraries
31
Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa & Northern Mariana Islands are _____________.
Enemies of the U.S.
Allies of the U.S.
Fun to visit
U.S Territories
32
Some of the 13 original states were Virginia, New York, and Idaho
False
True
33
Two ways Americans can participate in their democracy: Vote & Join a community group.
True
False
34
What do we call the first 10 Amendments of the Constitution?
The Preamble
Bill of Rights
35
What territory did the U.S. buy from France in 1803?
Missouri
California
Texas
Louisiana
36
What is the Supreme Law of the Land?
The Bill of Rights
The Constitution
37
The President is who signs a bill to become law.
True
False
38
Secretary's of Energy, Homeland Security, and Labor & State are part of the Presidential Cabinet.
True
False
39
The U.S. Constitution sets up and defines the government
True
False
40
Constitutional amendments about voting state: Citizens at least 18-yrs-old can vote without paying a poll tax.
False
True
41
Communism was not a main concern to the U.S. during the Cold War because Captain America was around to keep America safe
True
False
42
What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
System of Government
Checks & Balances
Separation of Powers
The President
43
Some states have more Representatives than other states because they have a higher population.
False
True
44
Who was President during the Great Depression & WWII?
James Buchanan
Franklin Roosevelt
Harry S Truman
Woodrow Wilson
45
As of 2019, who is the Speaker of the House representatives?
Paul Ryan
Nancy Pelosi
46
There are 102 U.S. Senators.
False
True
47
Who wrote the Declaration of Independance
Benjamin Franklin
Thomas Jefferson
48
The House of Representatives has 435 voting members.
False
True
49
What are two Cabinet Level Positions?
Attorney General & Vice President
Secretary of Agriculture & Commerce
Secretary of Defense & Energy
Secretary of Education, Health & Human Services
50
The President is 1 of 6 branches of government.
False
True
51
Choosing not to say the Pledge of Allegiance shows loyalty to the U.S. and the Flag.
False
True
52
What did Martin Luther King, Jr. do?
Was the first famous Jazz singer to perform on live TV
Fought for civil rights (equality for all Americans)
53
“Rule of Law” does NOT apply to the government or it's leaders. They are the enforcers of the law.
True
False
54
Presidential elections are held in November
False
True
55
If both the President & the Vice President can no longer serve, the Speaker of the House becomes President.
True
False
56
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
15
6
9
12
57
We elect a president for how many years?
4
6
8
2
58
Wars fought by the U.S. in the 1900's included WWI & WWII, Korean, and Vietnam wars.
False
True
59
Who makes the federal laws?
House of Representatives
Senate
Congress
U.S. or National Legislature
60
As of 2019, President Donald Trump is part of what major political party?
Republican
Democrat
61
Which U.S. President was a General during WWII (before he became President)?
Woodrow Wilson
Harry Truman
Franklin Roosevelt
Dwight Eisenhower
62
The Constitution has 27 Amendments.
False
True
63
The Judical Branch...
Advises the President
Trains new Senators and Representatives
Reviews & Explains Laws
Nominates state & local leaders
64
A U.S. Senator only represents his political party members, not all the people in the state.
False
True
65
Under our Constitution, what is one power of the states?
Provide schooling (education) & protection (police, fire departments)
Print money and make treaties
Approve zoning and land use
Give a drivers license
66
As of 2019, who is the governor of Idaho?
Brad Little
John Roberts
Mike Crapo
Butch Otter
67
The capital of Idaho is
Boise
Idaho Falls
Pocatello
Preston
68
The U.S. Constitution protects the basic rights of Americans
False
True
69
The Civil Rights movement did not attempt to end racial discrimination.
False
True
70
American (Native) Indians were living in America when the Europeans arrived.
True
False
71
What are responsibilities that are only for U.S. Citizens?
Attend monthly council meetings
Serve in the military
Memorize the Constitution
Serve on the jury & vote in federal elections
72
The colonists fought the British because...
High taxes & being forced to let British soldiers stay in their homes
They didn't like the way the British talked about their customs and beliefs
73
The Highest Court in the United States is the Supreme Court.
False
True
74
Before the Civil War started, Abraham Lincoln freed slaves in the Confederate States & most Southern States.
False
True
75
The two parts of the U.S. Congress are the Senate and House of Representatives.
False
True
76
“Freedom of Religion” means you have the right to NOT practice a religion
True
False
77
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
Parents are required to register them at birth
At age 18 and before age 26
78
What is an amendment?
Removing information from the constitution
What the founding fathers really meant to say
A change or addition to the constitution
A Government Conspiracy
79
People from Africa were taken to America and sold as slaves.
True
False
80
“Rule of Law” means everyone must follow the law and no one is above it.
True
False
81
Why does the U.S. flag have 13 stripes & 50 stars?
Because we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th with fireworks.
That is all that would fit
to match the national anthem, "The Star Spangled Banner"
to represent the original 13 colonies & the 50 states
82
James Madison was one of the writers of the Federalist Papers supporting the passage of the U.S. Constitution.
True
False
83
Colonists came to America for Religious Freedom and Political Liberty.
True
False
84
The Commander in Chief of the military is the top-ranking general.
False
True
85
Name one of Idaho's U.S. Representatives (as of 2019).
Raul Labrador
Michael Simpson
Cecil D. Andrus
Elections are over & our Representative(s) is/are not listed.
86
States the border Canada include Idaho, Montana, Washington, and Alaska
False
True
87
As of 2019, John Roberts is the Chief Justice of the United States?
True
False
88
As of 2019, who are Idaho's U.S. Senators?
Michael Crapo & James Risch
These guys are old news. We have new Senators now.
Russ Tater & Mike Farnsworth
Butch Otter & Micheal Kempthorne
89
West Coast is to Pacific as East Coast is to ______.
Atlantic
Baltic
90
First Amendment freedoms include Speech, Religion, and the Press.
False
True
91
Senators are elected for six (6) years.
True
False
92
If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
Speaker of the House
Senate Majority Leader
Vice President
Minority Whip
93
Name a right or freedom from the First Amendment.
Assembly
Liberty
Life
Petition the Government
94
Who is in charge of the Executive Branch?
House of Representatives
The Supreme Court
The Senate
The President
95
What does the President's Cabinet do?
Reviews the laws
Advises the President
Writes press releases
Provides entertainment
96
The Declaration of Independence was adopted July 4, 1776
False
True
97
The 6 branches of government include President, Congress, Legislative, Executive, Judicial, and the courts
True
False
98
The Judicial Branch is also responsible for
Resolving disputes
Making really good apple pie
Deciding if a law goes against the Constitution
Training new Senators & Representatives
99
How old do you have to be to vote for President?
22
18
19
21
100
The Statue of Liberty is in downtown NYC, not on an island
True
False
