Which U.S. leader has the constitutional authority to serve in the capacity of Commander in Chief?

the President of the United States

Memorial Day & Veterans Day - What do these holidays established by the U.S. government honor?

the sacrifices of military personnel

Which government entity is responsible for voter registration in Florida?

county supervisor of elections office

Which phrase from an 1802 letter written by President Thomas Jefferson reflects a freedom in the Bill of Rights?

"building a wall of separation between Church & State"

Which United States Supreme Court decision was based on the First Amendment?

Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District (1969)

Which statement from the English Bill of Rights is reflected in the Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

That excessivebail ought not to beequired nor cruel& unusual punish inflict

Which phrase from a 1776 letter from Abigail Adams to John Adams is reflected in the Nineteenth Amendment?

I desire you would Remember the Ladies& be more generous&favourable to them

Which is an example of the rule of law?

the equality of all citizens before the law

Which is an example of federalism?

power being shared between state and national governments

Which is a position of the Federalist Papers?

The proposed Constitution should be ratified.

Which concept from the Magna Carta, the Petition of Right, & the Bill of Rights did American colonists use to support th

no taxation without representation

Which was a cause of the American Revolution?

the opposition to taxation without representation

What role did the Fourteenth Amendment play in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)?

Equal Protection Clause was used to argue that segregated educational faci

How does the outcome in Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) affect the rights of the accused?

It established that the accused has the right to the assistance of counsel

Which weakness of the Articles of Confederation led to the call to revise the document?

inadequate congressional tax authority

Which of the following pairs of cases impacted First Amendment rights?

Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier (1988) and Texas v. Johnson (1989)

Which statement represents a goal of the Supremacy Clause?

States may not pass laws that conflict with federal laws

Which is an example of judicial review?

the U.S. Supreme Court declaring a law unconstitutional

Which pair of United States Supreme Court cases resulted in limiting the power of local governments?

Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka & District of Columbia v. Heller

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1
Which right is reserved for U.S. citizens?
running for federal office
earning an income
serving in the military
buying a home
2
Which U.S. leader has the constitutional authority to serve in the capacity of Commander in Chief?
the President of the United States
the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
the Secretary of Homeland Security
the Secretary of Defense
3
Memorial Day & Veterans Day - What do these holidays established by the U.S. government honor?
the contributions of laborers
thanks to the agricultural community
the sacrifices of military personnel
volunteering to improve communities
4
Which government entity is responsible for voter registration in Florida?
the federal elections commission
county supervisor of elections office
a local polling precinct
the state election assistance commission
5
The colonists used a political cartoon with the caption Join or Die to support which action?
forming their own government
creating local communities
establishing their own schools
promoting international treaties
6
"nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just." Which government power is described by this excerpt?
territorial acquisition
writ of habeas corpus
bill of attainder
eminent domain
7
Which phrase from an 1802 letter written by President Thomas Jefferson reflects a freedom in the Bill of Rights?
my duties dictate a faithful and zealous pursuit of the interests of my con
"Adhering to this expression of the supreme will of the nation"
"the legitimate powers of government reach actions only"
"building a wall of separation between Church & State"
8
Which United States Supreme Court decision was based on the First Amendment?
Tinker v. Des Moines Independent Community School District (1969)
Marbury v. Madison (1803)
U.S. v. Nixon (1974)
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
9
Which is the highest level of the federal judiciary?
the U.S. Court of Federal Claims
the U.S. Supreme Court
the U.S. Courts of Appeals
the U.S. District Courts
10
Which U.S. Supreme Court decision addressed the central ideas of executive privilege and judicial review?
United States v. Nixon (1974)
Texas v. Johnson (1989)
Bush v. Gore (2000)
Marbury v. Madison (1803)
11
Which aspect of the U.S. Constitution addresses a dispute over representation between free states and slave states?
the Supremacy Clause
the Missouri Compromise
the Commerce Clause
the Three-Fifths Compromise
12
Which statement from the English Bill of Rights is reflected in the Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
That keep a standingarmy within the kingdom in time of peace is against law
That excessivebail ought not to beequired nor cruel& unusual punish inflict
thepower of suspendingthe lawswithout theconsent ofParliament is illegal
That the freedom of speech inParliament ought not to be questioned in court
13
Which characteristic of the national government under the Articlesof Confederation is reflected in the U.S. Constitution
a judiciary
a military
a president
a legislature
14
Which United States Supreme Court decision focused on how states count popular votes for president and vice-president?
Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010)
Bush v. Gore (2000)
U.S. v. Nixon (1974)
Baker v. Carr (1962)
15
The United States is an example of which type of government?
a constitutional republic
a parliamentary monarch
a direct democracy
constitutional monarchy
16
Which constitutional principle prevents one branch of the government from becoming more powerful than another branch?
judicial review
equal protection
checks and balances
implied powers
17
Which phrase from a 1776 letter from Abigail Adams to John Adams is reflected in the Nineteenth Amendment?
"some individuals discoverd a sense of honour and justice"
"Are not. .the common people vassals"
I desire you would Remember the Ladies& be more generous&favourable to them
that principal of doing to others as we would that others should do unto u
18
Which executive power can the U.S. President exercise to check legislative power?
veto
tax
appoint ambassadors
judicial review
19
Which is an example of the rule of law?
the declaration of war by military authorities
the exemption of government officials from the law
the direct participation of citizens in lawmaking
the equality of all citizens before the law
20
Based on this excerpt, which part of the U.S. Constitution did the Court's majority use to support its opinion?
the Fifteenth Amendment
the First Amendment
the Commerce Clause
the Elections Clause
21
Which is an example of federalism?
power being shared between state and national governments
power being separated among branches of government
the President nominating an ambassador
the Congress declaring war
22
How many Senators does the U.S. Constitution allow to represent each state?
four
two
one
six
23
Which two natural rights are identified in the Declaration of Independence?
jury trials and bearing arms
life and liberty
liberty and jury trials
life and bearing arms
24
Which requires U.S. citizenship?
membership in the military
high school graduation
federal jury service
employment as a first responder
25
What action can the U.S. Senate take to check executive power?
ratify a constitutional amendment
approve an executive order
declare a law unconstitutional
reject a judicial nominee
26
Which of the cases held that reproductive rights were an element of the right to privacy under the Bill of Rights
District of Columbia v. Heller (2008)
Roe v. Wade (1973)
Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
Mapp v. Ohio (1961)
27
Which of the following cases impacted Fourth Amendment protections at the state level?
Roe v. Wade (1973)
Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
Mapp v. Ohio (1961)
District of Columbia v. Heller (2008)
28
What government action established the three-tiered federal court system?
the Judiciary Act of 1789
Article III of the U.S. Constitution
court-martial summary
an appellate court outcome
29
Which is a position of the Federalist Papers?
The proposed Constitution should be ratified.
Federal action should require approval by a majority of the states.
State governments should have a greater say in federal action
The proposed Bill of Rights should be ratified
30
Which concept from the Magna Carta, the Petition of Right, & the Bill of Rights did American colonists use to support th
equality for all property owners
free and public education
cooperation with foreign governments
no taxation without representation
31
Which United States Supreme Court decision resulted in reduced power for state governments?
Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010)
Roe v. Wade (1973)
Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier (1988)
U.S. v. Nixon (1974)
32
Based on the Declaration of Independence, which entity is responsible for protecting natural rights?
a political party
an interest group
the government
the military
33
How many amendments to the U.S. Constitution have been ratified?
22
10
17
27
34
Which principle was included in the U.S. Constitution as a response to a concern in the Declaration of Independence
universal suffrage
limited monarchy
separation of powers
unitary government
35
Which was a cause of the American Revolution?
the desire for a bill of rights
the desire for a written constitution
the opposition to taxation without representation
the opposition to the formation of courts
36
Which right is included in the First Amendment?
freedom of speech
a speedy and public trial
keep and bear arms
no excessive fines
37
What role did the Fourteenth Amendment play in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)?
Citizenship Clause was used to argue for access to public education for
Due Process Clause was used to support the busing of students to particular
Equal Protection Clause was used to argue that segregated educational faci
Privileges and Immunities Clause was used to support separate but equal ed
38
Which decision reinforced the U.S. government's authority to establish a federal institution without state interference?
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
Texas v. Johnson (1989)
Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)
39
Which document represents the supreme law of the land?
the Mayflower Compact
the U.S. Constitution
the Magna Carta
the Declaration of Independence
40
How does the outcome in Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) affect the rights of the accused?
It established that the accused has the right to the assistance of counsel
It established that the accused is protected against self-incrimination.
It established that the accused has the right to a speedy trial.
It established that the accused is protected by freedom of speech.
41
Which weakness of the Articles of Confederation led to the call to revise the document?
rapid congressional amendment procedures
strict international trade regulations
inadequate congressional tax authority
lenient federal court policies
42
Which U.S. Supreme Court decision was based on the Necessary and Proper Clause?
Dred Scott v. Sandford (1857)
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
Marbury v. Madison (1803)
43
Which of the following pairs of cases impacted First Amendment rights?
West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette (1943) and U.S. v. Nixon
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819) and Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954) and U.S. v. Nixon (1974)
Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier (1988) and Texas v. Johnson (1989)
44
What country was the Declaration of Independence intended to liberate the American colonies?
France
Spain
Germany
Great Britain
45
Which government official is elected by the people?
a governor
a congressional staffer
a federal judge
a lobbyist
46
Which statement represents a goal of the Supremacy Clause?
Presidents may not form congressional committees
States may not pass laws that conflict with federal laws
Congress may settle disputes between the United States and another country
The U.S. Supreme Court may reject an appeal from a lower court
47
Which is an example of judicial review?
the U.S. Supreme Court declaring a law unconstitutional
the U.S. President pardoning a convicted criminal
the U.S. House of Representatives impeaching a public official
the U.S. President nominating a federal judge
48
Which document provided a rationale for American independence?
U.S. Constitution
Common Sense
Federalist Papers
Bill of Rights
49
Which elected official is elected to serve a two-year term?
U.S. President
U.S. Supreme Court Justice
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
50
Which is an example of a concurrent power in the U.S. federal system?
the punishment of piracy on the high seas
the authority to conduct elections
the building of public roads
the establishment of naturalization rules
51
Which pair of United States Supreme Court cases resulted in limiting the power of local governments?
Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka & District of Columbia v. Heller
Engel v. Vitale (1962) & Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission
Hazelwood School District v. Kuhimeier (1988) and Bush v. Gore (2000)
Plessy v. Ferguson & West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette
52
Which purpose of government in the Preamble is supported by the Selective Service System?
"provide for the common defense"
"form a more perfect union"
"establish justice"
"promote the general welfare"
53
What is due process?
procedures required to enact laws
the process for assigning bills to committee
fair treatment in judicial proceedings
the processfor electing the president
54
Which statement reflects a position of the Anti-Federalists?
The Constitution should include enumerated rights.
The Constitution should support executive orders
The Constitution should reflect checks and balances.
The Constitution should promote a strong central government.
55
Which point of view is reflected in Common Sense?
Representatives should be elected.
The monarchy creates limited government
The monarchy supports self-government.
Representatives should be appointed
56
Which U.S. Supreme Court decision overturned Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)?
Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)
Korematsu v. United States (1944)
Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010)
57
Which phrase from the English Bill of Rights (1689) is reflected in the Third Amendment?
"That election of members ought to be free"
"That.. keeping a standing army within the kingdom in , ...is against law"
"That excessive bail ought not to be required nor cruel and unusual punishm
power of suspending the lawswithout the consent of Parliament is illegal
58
Which scenario represents a violation of the Equal Protection Clause?
A proposed amendment requires a min age to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court
A state law establishes a minimum driving speed on federal highways.
A state law establishes a higher minimum wage for men than for women.
A proposed amendment requires a minimum education level to serve Pres
59
Which United States Supreme Court holding impacted the way that religious practice was approached in public schools?
Engel v. Vitale (1962)
Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka (1954)
Roe v. Wade (1973)
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
60
What is the age requirement to serve as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives?
at least 35 years old
at least 18 years old
at least 25 years old
at least 30 years old
61
What is the constitutional role of the Electoral College?
choosing members of state legislatures
choosing members of Congress
overriding presidential vetoes
selecting the U.S. President
62
Which is an example of representative government?
the U.S. Supreme Court ratifying a constitutional amendment
the Congress passing a bill
the Cabinet approving a presidential nominee
the U.S. Armed Forces negotiating a treaty
63
Who authored the Federalist Papers?
Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Roger Sherman
Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison
John Hancock, Peyton Randolph, and George Washington
John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington
64
Which officials are elected to serve in the U.S. Congress?
military officers and Joint Chiefs of Staff
Representatives and Senators
Associate Justices and Attorneys General
executive officers and Cabinet Secretaries
65
Which excerpt from the Declaration of Independence supports the principle of popular sovereignty?
"Governments long established should not be changed"
"reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and settlement"
"deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed"
attemptsby theirlegislature to extendan unwarrantable jurisdictionover us
66
Which steps are included in the selection process of a Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court?
nomination by Congress and ratification by state legislatures
nomination by the Cabinet and confirmation by 2/3 of Congress
nomination by the President and confirmation by the Senate
nomination by the President and approval from 60% of voters
67
Which phrase is included in the Declaration of Independence?
"all men are created equal"
"in order to form a more perfect union"
"promote the general welfare"
"I pledge allegiance to the flag"
68
Which phrase from an 1837 letter written by Sarah Grimké is reflected in the Fourteenth Amendment?
"I ask no favors for my sex. I surrender not our claim to equality
"opposition to a corrupt public opinion"
It is impossible that we fulfill our duties unless we comprehend them
"but I am in search of truth;"
69
Which function of the federal government was established by a constitutional amendment?
A U.S. President may not serve more than two elected terms.
The Senate may ratify treaties negotiated by the House of Representatives.
The Supreme Court may enact bills passed by both houses of Congress
A U.S. Senator may not serve more than two terms.
70
Which United States Supreme Court decision was based on the free exercise clause?
Marbury v. Madison (1803)
West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette (1943)
Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
71
Which constitutional principle was established by Marbury v. Madison (1803)?
representative government
individual rights
judicial review
limited government
72
How did District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) impact states rights?
the ability of states to create free speech zones that limited 1 Amendment
It reduced the abilityof states toplace restrictions on 2nd Amendment right
It expanded the ability of states the death penalty under the 8 Amendment
It reduced the ability of states to seize illegal proceeds of a crime trial
73
What is a primary goal of a civil rights movement?
to expand the role of judicial review
to promote equality under the law
to expand the power of state government
to promote a stronger central government
74
If the offices of U.S. Pres and Vice Pres are vacant at the same time, which official is next in the line of succession?
the Senate Majority Leader
the Secretary of State
the Chief Justice
the Speaker of the House
75
Which document was adopted by the United States to organize the national government after declaring independence?
the Northwest Ordinance
the Olive Branch Petition
the Articles of Confederation
the Mayflower Compact
76
Which document resulted in the formation of a "civil body politic"?
the Magna Carta
the Articles of Confederation
the Mayflower Compact
the Declaration of Independence
77
Which part of the U.S. gov. wascreated to reflect the position that gov derive their powers fromthe consentof the govern
the legislature
the executive
the judiciary
the bureaucracy
78
Which action is an example of petitioning the government?
joining the military
serving on a jury
paying a property tax
supporting a ballot initiative
79
Whom is a U.S. Senator elected to represent?
residents of a single state
the residents of several states
the residents of a single congressional district
the residents of Washington, D.C.

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