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U.S. Government Review
U.S. Government Review
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Which amendment includes freedom of religion, freedom of press, and freedom of speech?
Amendment 2
Amendment 3
Amendment 1
Amendment 4
2
Which level of government is responsible for Police and Firefighters?
Local
State
Federal
3
What does the phrase "establish justice" mean?
make sure there is fairness
protect rights and freedoms
Do what is best for the health and happiness of the people.
defend the United States
4
During a trial, who has the responsibility of deciding if a person is guilty or not guilty?
The Lawyer
The Judge
The Jury
The President
5
The House of Representatives and the Senate are often called _________.
The Executive Branch
The Federal Level
Congress
Incompetent
6
Who is the leader of the Executive Branch?
The Speaker of the House
The Majority Leader
The Chief Justice
The President
7
Who is the leader of the executive branch in the
local
government?
The Mayor
The President
The Governor
8
In order to "check and balance" powers, the legislative branch can ______ the President or Judges for abuse of powers.
embargo
veto
impeach
create
9
Which document was the first attempt at a system of government in the United States?
The Articles of Confederation
The Constitution
The Bill of Rights
The Proclamation of 1787
10
Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
The State Level
Legislative Branch
Executive Branch
Judicial Branch
11
Which part of the Constitution includes the Bill of Rights?
The Preamble
The Articles
The Amendments
12
Which level of government is responsible for education?
State
Local
Federal
13
The executive branch can ____ a law as a "check" on the powers of the legislative branch?
embargo
impeach
veto
create
14
How many Senators does each state have?
It depends on the population of the state.
5
2
100
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Who is the leader of the executive branch in the
state
government?
The Mayor
The Governor
The President
16
What does the phrase "promote the general welfare" mean?
Do what is best for the health and happiness of most people.
Making sure future generations pay taxes.
Protect the rights and freedoms of the people.
All citizens will defend the United States.
17
Which branch of government has the power to declare war?
The State Level
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
18
Who is the leader of the Judicial Branch?
The President
The Speaker of the House
The Chief Justice
The Majority Leader
19
Which amendment includes the right to remain silent?
Amendment 5
Amendment 3
Amendment 4
Amendment 6
20
What do we call a government that is created by the people, for the people?
A Branch
A Monarchy
A Democracy
A Confederation
21
Which responsibility of "the people" is required to ensure we have enough soldiers during a major war?
Jury Duty
Voting
The Draft
Following Laws
22
Which branch of government decides if a law is unconstitutional?
The State Level
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
23
Which of the following is not a level of government?
State
Local
Federal/National
Executive
24
Which responsibility of "the people" is required to ensure that people have a fair trial?
Voting
Jury Duty
Following Laws
The Draft
25
Which of the following is
not
a responsibility of "the people".
Paying taxes
Jury Duty
Going to college
Following laws
26
How many House Representatives does each state have?
2
100
It depends on the population of the state.
5
