Florida Civics EOC Review

Question 1

What is the biggest difference between the U.S. amendment process and the Florida amendment process?

Accepted Answer

Voters are allowed to participate in FL process sometimes

Question 2

What level of gov't could pass a law changing the age at which people can obtain a marriage license and certificate?

Accepted Answer

state

Question 3

These headlines best illustrate the concepts of

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Rule of Law, Checks and Balances, and the press being a "watchdog"

Question 4

Which type of communication is shown in this poster?

Accepted Answer

Propaganda

Question 5

What is depicted in the cartoon below?

Accepted Answer

Weakness of the Articles of Confederation, since it required 100% approval

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an obligation of citizenship?

Accepted Answer

voting in elections

Question 7

Based on the graph, which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

The college-educated voters were more likely to vote.

Question 8

Why is freedom of the press so important in a democratic society, such as here in the USA?

Accepted Answer

It keeps citizens informed about the actions of the gov.

Question 9

Which goal of the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States is illustrated by this?

Accepted Answer

form a more perfect union

Question 10

One way for one of IMS' finest, Mrs. Stehlin to gain the office of the Mayor of Immokalee in 2026 is...

Accepted Answer

registered voters of the town

Question 11

Which amendment protects citizens from "cruel and unusual punishment"?

Accepted Answer

8th Amendment

Question 12

Gideon (v. Wainwright-6th Amendment) is the person to thank if we are arrested without enough money to afford a lawyer

Accepted Answer

True

Question 13

What groups are depicted in this diagram?

Accepted Answer

Federalists v. Anti-Federalists

Question 14

This cartoon illustrates how government officials use the media to

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reach the public via campaign ads, which highlight their platform/position

Question 15

According to John Locke, which agreements did individuals enter into to form their own society?

Accepted Answer

Social Contract

Question 16

"Come on, man!" The pamphlet CommON Sense was written by _______ to __________.

Accepted Answer

Thomas Paine, to break apart from England that it only made complete sense

Question 17

Which person has the best chance of influencing local legislation?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 18

Which powers are ONLY delegated (given) to the national/federal/central government?

Accepted Answer

coining money, appointing supreme court justices, declare war

Question 19

According to the 10th Amendment, powers not delegated are reserved to the people or...

Accepted Answer

the states

Question 20

Which level of government is the ONLY one that may declare war on foreign nations?

Accepted Answer

federal

Question 21

Another IMS' finest, Nelson is found guilty of GTA, but asserts she was hiking in a national forest. What should she do?

Accepted Answer

She appeals the case to a higher court.

Question 22

I am a much better informed citizen of the United States of America based on my experiences in civics class

Accepted Answer

True

Question 23

What event is portrayed by this political cartoon?

Accepted Answer

Cuban Missile Crisis brought fear to many Americans during the Cold War

Question 24

Like the U.S. Constitution, the FL Constitution establishes a framework, to include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

three branches of government, with thanks and credit due to Montesquieu

Question 25

Which is the last step in amending the U.S. Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment

Question 26

Which action will the government take when it needs more money for healthcare, military or other services?

Accepted Answer

Raise/Levy taxes

Question 27

Complete the chart below by answering what the question mark represents/demonstrates?

Accepted Answer

Primary examples of ways Congress impacts FOREIGN(4-iN) affairs

Question 28

Identify which type of groups is found in the following mission statement:

Accepted Answer

non-governmental organization - NGO

Question 29

Which document completes the chain of events: Stamp Act, Tea Act, Boston Tea Party, Intolerable Acts, ____________

Accepted Answer

Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson

Question 30

In this situation, the President is acting as or "wearing the the hat" of...

Accepted Answer

chief legislator

Question 31

Which drawing shows a freedom guaranteed in the First Amendment?

Accepted Answer

C

Question 32

The 15th (former slave males), 19th (women), 24th (poll tax) & 26th (18-21) Amendments affected political process. How?

Accepted Answer

They increased the numbers of minority voters.

Question 33

Which of the following offenses refers to a protection first established by Magna Carta?

Accepted Answer

"For depriving us in many cases, of..." -Trial by Jury-

Question 34

What was important about the outcome of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Miranda v. Arizona?

Accepted Answer

Suspects be informed of their rights, like the 5th Amendment remain silent

Question 35

This picture shows some general eligibility requirements for what?

Accepted Answer

Steps to become a Naturalized Citizen of the U.S.A.

Question 36

Which amendment gave women the right to vote in 1920, also known as "women's suffrage" ?

Accepted Answer

19th Amendment

Question 37

The Mayflower Compact best illustrates which political principle?

Accepted Answer

self-government

Question 38

Collier County District 5 Commissioner 2020 hopeful David Turrubiartez offered a BBQ chicken meal & campaign yard signs

Accepted Answer

to meet voters & afford them an opportunity to support his campaign

Question 39

Which Enlightenment philosopher influenced the three branches of government?

Accepted Answer

Baron de Montesquieu

Question 40

Who would one call if a Georgia car repair facility was dumping old tires and dirty oil in Florida?

Accepted Answer

the Environmental Protection Agency,(EPA) a federal governmental org.

Question 41

Coach Marz' dad lives in a small VT town where he can attend a town meeting and vote directly on issues in his community

Accepted Answer

Direct Democracy

Question 42

Which is necessary to amend the Constitution of the United States?

Accepted Answer

1- 2/3rds of Congress 2- 3/4ths of state legislatures or a convention

Question 43

Which legal process does this headline describe?

Accepted Answer

judicial review, thanks to Supreme Court Case Marbury v. Madison

Question 44

Thanks to the Supreme Court Case Brown Vs. Board of Education, these two are best friends that attend school together

Accepted Answer

True

Question 45

Why is it important for us to mandate/obligate/must have JURY DUTY?

Accepted Answer

Allow persons accused of a crime to have a trial by jury - SIXTH AMENDMENT

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