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1
Which of the following offenses refers to a protection first established by Magna Carta?
For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried
For quartering large bodies of armed troops among us.
For depriving us in many cases, of...Trial by Jury
For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world.
2
In a trial court...
the cases come from lower courts.
a panel of judges decide the case.
there are usually witnesses and a jury.
only criminal cases are heard.
3
This excerpt is written in Icelandic. (Seriously.) For what is Alexander Hamilton MOST LIKELY arguing?
The U.S. should ratify the new Constitution.
It's usually best to throw away one's shot.
The U.S. should NOT ratify the new Constitution.
The right to vote should extend to all citizens.
4
What groups are depicted in this diagram?
Communists v. Capitalists
Hamilton v. Burr
Federalists v. Anti-Federalists
Democrats v. Republicans
5
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
The 14th, in 1868
The 19th, in 1920
The 26th, in 1971
The 13th, in 1866
6
In a totalitarian country...
there are very few rights.
laws are approved by a legislature
rulers are chosen by heredity
the government has total control over people's lives.
7
Which amendment protects citizens from "cruel and unusual punishment"?
2nd Amendment
4th Amendment
6th Amendment
8th Amendment
8
Who would have MOST LIKELY tweeted this back in the day?
John Locke
Jean Jacque Rousseau
Baron de Montesquieu
Thomas Hobbes
9
Which document completes the chain of events: Stamp Act, Tea Act, Intolerable Acts, _______
English Bill of Rights
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
Declaration of Independence
10
UNLIKE the U.S. Constitution, the Florida Constitution establishes which of the following?
a legislative branch
an elected cabinet
three branches of government
a court system
11
A lobbyist...
rules on whether or not laws are constitutional.
tries to influence legislation.
votes on legislation.
works for one or more interest groups.
12
The __________ has been used to justify federal gov actions not specifically listed in the Constitution.
3rd amendment
Gideon v. Wainwright decision
necessary & proper clause
due process clause
13
What is a
difference
between the constitutional amendment processes of the US and the state of Florida?
Amendments in Florida must be signed by the governor
The people cannot propose amendments in Florida
voters can participate in Florida's process
U.S. Supreme Court approves amendments but not the FL court
14
The Mayflower Compact was (probably) the first example of American...
individual rights
self-government
small cars
economic freedom
15
A lot of the rights listed in the U.S. Bill of Rights were inspired by...
the philosophy of Jean Jacque Rousseau
the writing of Thomas Hobbes
unpopular policies of the British from before the Rev. War
rights listed in the English Bill of Rights
16
Based on the graph, which statement is most accurate?
The percentage of voter turnout remained the same.
The college-educated voters were more likely to vote.
The number of coll. & non-coll.-educated voters increased.
The # of registered voters in both groups declined each year
17
Jo was born on a US Air Force base in Germany to an American father and German mother. He is...
A US citizen by law of soil
not a US citizen
A naturalized US citizen
A US citizen by law of blood
18
The 15th, 19th, 24th & 26th Amendments all had what effect on the political process?
They increased checks and balances on the three branches.
They increased the number of voters.
They limited the powers of the executive branch.
They made it more difficult for illegal immigrants to vote.
19
Which is necessary to amend the Constitution of the United States?
3/4 vote in both houses of Congress & 2/3 of the states
2/3 vote in the Electoral College & 3/4 of the states
Passed by both houses of Congress & signed by the president
2/3 vote in both houses of Congress & 3/4 of the states
20
Identify which type of groups is found in the following mission statement:
national organization
non-governmental organization
governmental organization
for-profit organization
21
What type of law is this?
Juvenile law
Civil law
Military law
Criminal law
22
Which of the following is NOT a legal obligation of citizenship?
defend the nation
pay taxes
vote in elections
obey laws
23
Put these documents in the correct chronological order
Common Sense, Declaration of Independence, Constitution
Harry Potter & the Sorcerer's Stone, Hamlet, Horton Hears a Who
Bill of Rights, Constitution, Common Sense
Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Constitution
24
Concurrent powers are...
held only by the federal government.
held only by the states.
listed in the Magna Carta
shared by the federal government and the states
25
Which Enlightenment writer strongly recommended the idea of having three branches of government?
John Locke
Montesquieu
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Paine
26
These are posters for senate candidates. Who is MOST LIKELY to vote for Finn?
Someone who wants a senator with more business experience.
Someone who is most concerned about education issues.
Someone who is named "Huckleberry".
Someone who wants a senator with more government experience.
27
Local government would most likely make decisions about...
what businesses are allowed in a neighborhood
the budget for the U.S. Army
immigration policy
the requirements to run for governor
28
Which is NOT a qualification to be president of the US?
be at least 35 years old
natural born US citizen
be at least 40 years old
resident of the United States for 14+ years
29
The Cold War was a long rivalry / conflict between...
The democratic US and the totalitarian Soviet Union
The capitalist US and the communist Soviet Union
The democratic US and Nazi Germany
The evil New York Yankees & the eviler Boston Red Sox
30
Which type of propaganda is shown in this poster?
name calling
symbol transfer
informational
bandwagon
31
A famous actor makes commercials for a new soda. What kind of propaganda is this?
card stacking
bandwagon
glittering generalities
testimonial
32
Which goal of the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States is illustrated by this?
form a more perfect union
ensure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
establish justice
33
These headlines best illustrate the concept of
popular sovereignty
democracy
rule of law
consent of the governed
34
According to John Locke, by which agreement did individuals form governments?
social contract
Mayflower Compact
English Bill of Rights
constitution
35
Why is freedom of the press so important in a democratic society?
It keeps citizens informed about the actions of the gov.
It provides a place for political candidates to advertise.
It helps the government keep track of public opinion.
It keeps talented and creative writers employed.
36
Which legal process does this headline describe?
judicial review
a veto
criminal prosecution
civil trial
37
In order for defendants to receive a fair trial, citizens must
evaluate judges
pay poll taxes
serve on juries
vote in elections
38
Which newspaper headline reports a British action that angered colonists & led to the D of I?
"Chicago Cubs win the World Series"
"Americans Boycott British Goods"
"King Grants American Independence"
"British Taxes are Unfair"
39
Identify the following "forms" of government:
a) oligarchy; b) autocracy
a) socialism; b) communism
a) direct democracy; b) representative democracy
a) constitutional monarchy; b) representative democracy
40
What does this quote mean:
"It is emphatically the province & duty of the judicial department to say what the law is."
It's the job of the judicial branch to enforce the law.
It's the job of the judicial branch to interpret the law.
The judicial branch has the right to pass amendments.
The judicial branch has the power to pass laws.
41
What was the important outcome of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Miranda v. Arizona?
If someone cannot afford a lawyer, one must be provided.
Suspects must be informed of their rights.
Schools can no longer separate facilities based on race.
Students have first amendment rights to free speech.
42
Which is NOT a requirement to become a naturalized US citizen?
18 years or older
live 5 years in the US
good behavior
joining the military
43
Which of the following would be a domestic policy decision?
negotiating the border between countries
picking a representative to the United Nations
bringing back troops from Afghanistan
the amount of funding given to schools
44
According to the 10th Amendment, powers not delegated are reserved to the people or
political parties
local governments
the states
the courts
45
Political parties use advertising to...
recruit individuals to run for office
assist people in getting to their polling places
convince voters to vote for their candidates.
educate the electorate about campaign issues
46
Put these documents in the correct chronological order
Mayflower Compact, Magna Carta, American Bill of Rights
Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact
Mayflower Compact, English Bill of Rights, Magna Carta
Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, English Bill of Rights
47
What is depicted in the cartoon?
Problems with the U.S. Constitution
A colonial legislature
Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation
Federalist argument for a weak central government
48
A check that Congress has on the president is the power to...
override vetoes
impeach
sign treaties
appoint judges
49
Which branch has the power to "declare war"?
the executive
the judicial
the president
the legislative
50
The items at the bottom of the chart are all examples of...
limits on the power of Congress
limits on the power of the Supreme Court
ways that Congress impacts foreign affairs
ways that Congress impacts domestic affairs
51
A campaign ad showing a candidate wearing jeans & talking to people in a diner is an example of...
plain folks propaganda
stacked cards
name calling
glittering generalities
52
Juvenile courts were made much more fair after which landmark case?
Tinker
Gault
Heller
Gideon
53
To win office, Ms. Jones must be elected by...
members of the General Assembly
registered voters of the city
members of the state legislature
the Electoral College
54
Which level of government could pass a law changing the age at which people can marry?
state
federal
city
county
55
The preamble of the Declaration of Independence was greatly influenced by the ideas of...
Baron de Montisqueu
the Enlightenment
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke
