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- 1. Multiple ChoiceBen was accused of speaking out against the governor. In court, he was convicted without a lawyer. Which 2 amendments were violated?Amendment I (free speech) & Amendment VI (due process)Amendment I (free press) & Amendment VI (search and seizure)Amendment IX (unenumerated rights) & Amendment VI (due process)Amendment IX (unenumerated rights) & Amendment IV (search & seizure)
- 2. Multiple ChoiceA more informed society has resulted from which constitutional protection?trial by juryfree speechright to bear armsdue process
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat happened in American schools after the 1954 Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education?States could continue segregation as long as facilities were separate but equalIndividuals of different races voluntarily stopped all forms of school segregationThe federate gov't ordered that states desegregate schoolsDesegregation was ordered for only high schools
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhat basic freedom does the "right to remain silent" protect, and how does it affect those arrested?The right to freedom of speech; it provides them the ability to speak with an attorneyProtection against self-incrimination; it informs them speaking to law enforcement could incriminate themProtection of due process; it prevents convicted offenders from cruel & unusual punishmentThe right to freedom of assembly; it prevents law enforcement from asking questions without an attorney
- 5. Multiple ChoiceHow do modern Democrats & Republicans view taxation?Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programsRepublicans tend to favor tax increases to support new social programsDemocrats tend to favor tax decreases & Republicans want a steady tax rateRepublicans tend to favor tax increases & Democrats favor a steady tax rate
- 6. Multiple Choice
According to these campaign posters, which individual would more likely vote for Aleksi Alho?A voter concerned about leadership experienceA voter concerned about women's rightsA voter concerned about protecting the rights of the accusedA voter concerned about rising unemployment in the state - 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich example involves changing foreign policy?Congress lifting the oil embargo on an ex-communist gov'tA Supreme Court hearing on worker discrimination based on national originCongress voting to construct an aid center in Florida for refugeesA Supreme Court justice voting to take a case involving his country of birth
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhich action illustrates citizens participating in an international organization?Samantha teaches other about the history of the UNJada volunteers to help raise funds for UNICEFEthan writes a report on the origins of NATODavid reads the annual report published by the WTO
- 9. Multiple ChoiceAccording to the info on the posters, what's one reason Petra could be considered more qualified for Senate?her business experienceher educational experienceher political experienceher lobbyist experience
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich would be the final step to encourage the community to provide low-cost flu shots?Identify public policy alternatives by talking to her doctorOutline her citizen-action plan to the local health dept for a new clinicEvaluate public policy alternatives speaking to federal health officialsConduct background research on the flu visiting reliable websites
- 11. Multiple ChoiceBelow are views for and against increasing the minimum wage. Which conclusion can be drawn?Minimum wage changes impact small business owners & employeesMinimum wage changes impact small-business owners more than employeesMinimum wage changes impact employees more than small-business ownersMinimum wage changes have little impact on employees & businesses
- 12. Multiple Choice
The table attached shows lobbying methods and their associated costs and time required.
Lela wants to show her district’s representative in Congress that there is a lot of popular support of an upcoming bill. She has drawn up a chart of lobbying methods. She wants to lobby indirectly, but she does not have much money, and her deadline is a month from now. Which are her best options?
An online petition and letters to citizens
Calling citizens by phone and letters to citizens
Emailing the representative and an online petition
Group rally event and emailing the representative
- 13. Multiple Choice
In which case did the U.S. Supreme Court rule that the Florida Supreme Court's plan for recounting ballots violated the Equal Protection Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment?
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier (1988)
Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
U.S. v. Nixon (1974)
Bush v. Gore (2000)
- 14. Multiple Choice
What lessons did future U.S. leaders learn from the 1974 U.S. Supreme Court case United States v. Nixon?
The president is accountable for obeying the law.
The president is responsible for enforcing the law.
The president is not allowed to hold secret talks with foreign governments.
The president is not allowed to have private meetings with Cabinet members.
- 15. Multiple Choice
U.S. Supreme Court case that upheld a student's First Amendment right to engage in symbolic speech in school was
Miranda vs. Arizona
Tinker vs. Des Moines
Plessy vs. Ferguson
Gideon vs. Wainwright
- 16. Multiple Choice
U.S. Supreme Court case that established judicial review.
Marbury vs. Madison
Tinker vs. Des Moines
Plessy vs. Ferguson
Miranda vs. Arizona
- 17. Multiple Choice
U.S. Supreme Court case that upheld that the Second Amendment protects individuals' rights to own a firearm.
Brown s. Board of Education
District of Columbia v. Heller
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier
Tinker v. Des Moines
- 18. Multiple Choice
The passage attached about government is from Federalist No. 51.
How are the author's views from this passage applied in the U.S. Constitution?
The U.S. Constitution limits the rights of the people.
The U.S. Constitution limits the power of the federal government.
The U.S. Constitution requires the states to provide for the common defense.
The U.S. Constitution requires the government to promote the general welfare.
- 19. Multiple Choice
The timeline attached shows events related to the death penalty.
What constitutional protections have resulted from these events?
Constitutional protections from cruel and unusual punishment are safeguarded while executions continue.
Constitutional protections from cruel and unusual punishment are limited while executions continue.
Constitutional protections of due process of law are safeguarded while executions continue.
Constitutional protections of due process of law are limited while executions continue.
- 20. Multiple Choice
Which person has the best chance to influence local legislation?
A
C
- 21. Multiple Choice
This cartoon illustrate how government officials use the media to-
communicate with other countries
influence political lobbyist
approve federal legislation
communicate with the public
- 22. Multiple Choice
Like the U.S. Constitution, the Florida Constitution establishes which of the following?
small claims courts
three branches of government
an elected cabinet
the right to form treaties with foreign governments
- 23. Multiple Choice
Complete the Chart:
Limiting the power of Congress
Limiting the power of the Supreme Court
Ways the Congress impacts foreign affairs
Ways the Congress impacts domestic affairs
- 24. Multiple Choice
What event are the women protesting:
Vietnam
Cuban Missile Crisis
Korean War
World War II
- 25. Multiple Choice
Which branch of government has the power to ¨declare war¨?
the legislative
the executive
the judicial
the president
- 26. Multiple Choice
Which of the following issues is a foreign policy matter?
balancing the federal budget
revising the neighborhood zoning restriction
negotiating a treaty with Mexico
revising the neighborhood zoning restriction
- 27. Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements about the Democratic Party
Believe state and local government should run social programs
Members are more liberal.
Support reducing the power of the federal government.
Members are more conservative.
- 28. Multiple Choice
Which is the correct description of a party platform?
Its held in the nominating convention.
Its a place where political candidates make speeches.
It is determined by means of primary election.
It is a statement that outlines views on issues.
- 29. Multiple Choice
What level of government would you contact to address a community issue?
international government
state government
local government
federal government
- 30. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of NATO?
to promote peaceful coexistence and world wide cooperation
to resolve international disputes
to supervise and set rules for international trade
to protect member countries in North America and Europe
- 31. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of the United Nations?
to promote a peaceful coexistence and worldwide cooperation
to protect member countries from North America and Europe
to resolve international legal dispute
to supervise and set rules for international trade
- 32. Multiple Choice
What parts of the government made this headline happen?
Senate and President
Supreme Court and President
House of Representatives
Supreme Court and House of Representatives
- 33. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.3.5 – Low Complexity 1. Which government institution may vote on constitutional amendments?bureaucracyexecutivejudiciallegislative
- 34. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.5 The passage below was written by U.S. Senator Barack Obama in his 2006 book, The Audacity of Hope. I see democracy as a conversation to be had…It provides us with a framework and rules, but all its machinery are designed to force us into a conversation. Based on the passage, which statement about the amendment process would Senator Obama support?The ratification process allows the president to reflect public views.The ratification process allows governors to reflect public views.The U.S. Constitution is difficult to amend.The U.S. Constitution is easy to amend.
- 35. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.1
How does monarchy differ from other forms of government?Leaders are named in the constitution.Leaders are chosen by the upper class.Leaders are born into ruling families.Leaders are given power by kings. - 36. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.1
What do a republic and a direct democracy have in common?rule by the peoplerule by a single political partya small group of leadersa single leader - 37. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.1
The scenario below describes a government decision. --------------------------- A self-appointed council amends the country’s constitution. --------------------------- Based on the scenario, which form of government is taking action?dictatorshipmonarchyoligarchyrepublic - 38. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.11
The passage below describes a dispute between two neighbors. --------------------------- Liz’s 16 year old daughter backed into Doug’s car while it was parked in front of his house. Doug sued Liz for $1500 to cover the cost of repairing the car. --------------------------- Which court heard the case?Circuit Court of AppealsFlorida Supreme Courtappellate courtcounty court - 39. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.14
Which level of government regulates drivers’ licenses?countyfederalmunicipalstate - 40. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.14
Which is a responsibility of state government?regulating public transportationregulating public educationproviding clean drinking waterproviding fire protection - 41. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.2
Where is power concentrated in a unitary system of government?central governmentstate governmentdictatormilitary - 42. Multiple ChoiceBenchmark SS.7.C.3.2
What system of government was in place after the United States adopted the U.S. Constitution?confederalfederaloligarchyparliamentary - 43. Multiple Choice
What is the process by which an immigrant becomes a citizen?
law of blood
law of soil
naturalization
deportation
- 44. Multiple Choice
__________ means being a member of a nation or country and having full responsibilities under the law.
citizenship
naturalization
immigration
alien
- 45. Multiple Choice
Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen?
Marrying a U.S. citizen and having a child with that person.
Being a legal resident of the U.S. for at least five years.
Gaining employment in the U.S. for at least five years.
Reaching age eighteen while living in the U.S. capital.
- 46. Multiple Choice
A citizen received this notification in the mail. What civic obligation does this notification represent?
getting a driver's license
appearing for jury duty
paying income tax
registering to vote
- 47. Multiple Choice
The first 10 amendments of the U.S. Constitution are called
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
The Bill of Rights
The Declaration of Rights
- 48. Multiple Choice
This is a protection found in the 5th amendment. It means that a defendant can't be prosecuted for a criminal offense for which he has already been tried.
double jeopardy
jury duty
no cruel or unusual punishment
eminent domain
- 49. Multiple Choice
What is the right of the government to take private property for public use? The Fifth Amendment requires that people be paid fairly (compensated) for their property if it is taken by the government.
cruel and unusual punishmnet
eminent domain
double jeopardy
search and seizure
- 50. Multiple Choice
Which three rights are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights?
freedom of speech, right to work, right to petition the government
right to bear arms, right to a speedy trial, right to an education
freedom of speech, right to bear arms, right to a speedy trial
right to vote, right to work, right to a speedy trial
- 51. Multiple Choice
What is a guarantee under the 14th Amendment that a state must treat a citizen or class of citizens the same as it treats other citizens or classes in similar circumstances?
equal protection under the law
suffrage
unenumerated righhts
right to legal counsel
- 52. Multiple Choice
Which type of law makes an act a crime after it has been committed?
summary judgement
double jeopardy
habeas corpus
ex post facto
- 53. Multiple Choice
Below is a statement from Chief Justice John Roberts.
“…students do not shed their First Amendment rights at the school house gate.”
Source: Morse v. Frederick (2007)
Why is this statement significant?
The Constitution limits individual rights.
The Constitution does not limit individual rights.
The Constitution safeguards individual rights.
The Constitution does not safeguard individual rights.
- 54. Multiple Choice
Which amendment gave African American males 21 and over the right to vote?
15th amendment
19th amendment
24th amendment
26th amendment
- 55. Multiple Choice
What do the 15th , 19th , 24th and 26th amendment all have in common?
They all gave more citizens the right to vote
They all helped people in poverty
They all limited citizens' right to vote
They all related to racial discrimination
- 56. Multiple Choice
Which principle was the focus of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Miranda v. Arizona (1966)?
freedom of expression
self incrimination
freedom of speech
right to counsel
- 57. Multiple Choice
States must pay for public defenders as a result of which U.S. Supreme Court case?
District of Columbia v. Heller (2008)
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier (1988)
Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
- 58. Multiple Choice
Juveniles accused of crimes continue to be afforded many of the same due process rights as adults as a result of which U.S. Supreme Court case?
District of Columbia v. Heller (2008)
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier (1988)
In re Greene (1930)
In re Gault (1967)
- 59. Multiple Choice
Which Enlightenment thinker argued that all people were born equal and had natural rights to life, liberty, and property?
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Thomas Hobbes
Baron de Montesquieu
John Locke
- 60. Multiple Choice
This is the idea that "the people" give the government power to protect their natural rights and must live by the rules?
Separation of Powers
Social Contract
Checks and Balances
Rule of Law
- 61. Multiple Choice
Montesquieu is most known for his ideas on?
Social Contract
Natural Rights
Separation of Powers
Protection of life, liberty and property
- 62. Multiple Choice
A pamphlet published by Thomas Paine in 1776 to convince the American colonists to support becoming independent from England.
Common Law
Mayflower Compact
Common Sense
Magna Carta
- 63. Multiple Choice
A government document that limited the power of the king of England and protected the rights of the nobility: written by English Nobles in 1215.
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
Common Sense
English Bill of Rights
- 64. Multiple Choice
The idea that people have the rights to fair and reasonable laws, and that the government leaders and officials have to follow rules when enforcing laws and treat all people in the same way
Limited Government
Rights
Due Process
Self Government
- 65. Multiple Choice
Why did Parliament eventually repeal the Stamp Act?
The colonists established a blockade against British goods
The colonists started buying British goods
The colonists were able to produce their own goods
The colonists began boycotting British goods.
- 66. Multiple Choice
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal..." Which document contains this passage?
Declaration of Independence
English Bill of Rights
Articles of Confederation
U.S. Constitution
- 67. Multiple Choice
The List of Grievances is the part of the Declaration that
detailed the colonists' complaints with King George.
introduced the Declaration
listed a man's natural rights.
concluded the Declaration, declaring America a free country.
- 68. Multiple Choice
According to the Declaration of Independence, where does government get its power?
From the King
From God
From the courts
From the people
- 69. Multiple Choice
First came colonial independence, then _______, Shay's Rebellion, and then the Constitutional Convention. What is missing?
Declaration of Independence
U.S. Constitution
Articles of Confederation
Whiskey Rebellion
- 70. Multiple Choice
Which weakness of the Articles of Confederation led to Shay's Rebellion?
The national government lacked the power to tax
Executive regulation of farm trade
The national government lacked a national court system
Debt relief was enacted
- 71. Multiple Choice
Which of the following phrases from the Preamble is best described by saying: "We should have a military to protect us!"
common defense
perfect union
domestic tranquility
liberty
- 72. Multiple Choice
Which of the following phrases from the Preamble is best described by saying: "Everyone deserves to be treated fairly!"
domestic tranquility
common defense
establish justice
form a more perfect union
- 73. Multiple Choice
The President can "check" the Judicial Branch by appointing justices to the Supreme Court
True
False
- 74. Multiple Choice
The Legislative Branch can "check the Executive Branch by overriding the President's veto with a 2/3 majority.
True
False
- 75. Multiple Choice
The ability of one branch of government to limit the power of the other branches of government is known as?
separation of powers
checks and balances
rule of law
limited government
- 76. Multiple Choice
Which statement best reflects the views of an Anti-Federalist?
“I demand a new constitution”
"I support ratification"
"I fear a strong central government"
"I oppose a Bill of Rights"
- 77. Multiple Choice
Which principle is included in the U.S. Constitution?
rule of law
right to trial
capitalism
confederalism
- 78. Multiple Choice
The Code of Hammurabi (1772 BC) includes laws focusing on contracts. What type of U.S. law is based on the Code of Hammurabi?
civil
criminal
military
constitutional
- 79. Multiple Choice
What was John Locke's influence on the Founding Fathers?
Trial by Jury
Separation of Powers
Monarchical Government
Government by Consent of the Governed
- 80. Multiple Choice
Which belief did the colonists hold based on rights granted by Magna Carta?
All human beings are entitled to certain natural rights.
The king only rules over his subjects by their consent.
New taxes cannot be imposed on subjects without their approval.
All criminals must be tried in England rather than in the colonies.
- 81. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.1.8
Use the information in the box to answer the question.
Who are the speakers and what are they afraid of?Patriots; ineffective governmentFederalists; the loss of libertyAntifederalists; a strong national governmentLoyalists; the loss of property rights - 82. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.3.10
Use the information in the box to answer the question.
What is the source of this law?statutory lawcommon lawadministrative lawmilitary law - 83. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.2.1
Use the diagram to answer the question.
The diagram above identifies the steps in becoming a U.S. citizen. Which of the following best
completes the diagram?be interviewed and pass citizenship testscomplete a background checkreceive appointment letterwait five years - 84. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.2.4
Which statement most accurately explains the significance of the excerpt?Congress must approve any rights not listed in the Constitution before they are granted
to the people.Despite only granting certain rights, the Constitution does not deny other rights.People have only the rights granted in the Constitution.People have only the rights granted in the Ninth Amendment. - 85. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.2.5
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Bill of Rights?to explain the procedure for amending the Constitutionto guarantee freedoms that belong to every citizento inspire the governments of other nationsto limit the rights of individual citizens - 86. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.3.7
To what age did the Twenty-sixth Amendment lower the voting age to?16182125 - 87. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.3.7
How did the Twenty-fourth Amendment allow more Americans to vote?It changed voting laws, which meant that non-U.S. citizens were able to vote.It outlawed poll taxes, which many states used to prevent poor Americans from voting.It prevented grandfather clauses, which many states used to prevent women from voting.It required literacy tests, which meant that Americans became better educated about voting. - 88. Multiple Choice
The diagram below shows that the colonists formed some of their political views from some historical documents
MAGNA CARTA → LIMITED MONARCHY
MAYFLOWER COMPACT → ???
Which phrase completes the diagram?
Separation of Powers
Economic Freedom
Self-government
Individual Rights
- 89. Multiple Choice
Which statement completes the diagram?
Joining a military service
Obtaining a drivers license
Becoming a naturalized citizen
Receiving a social security card
- 90. Multiple Choice
What do an absolute monarchy and an autocracy have in common?
A single ruler
A written constitution
A national court system
A single legislative house
- 91. Multiple Choice
The diagram provides details about the U.S. Court system.
Which court completes the diagram?
Court of Veterans Appeals
Court of Appeals
Military Court
Claims Court
- 92. Multiple Choice
A country with very strong economic ties the United States is allowing human rights violations to take place. Based on U.S. foreign policy, which is an appropriate first response?
Initiate a trade ban
Initiate a public protest
Initiate diplomatic talks
Initiate a military operation
- 93. Multiple ChoiceWhat amendment abolished slavery in the United States?13th Amendment14th Amendent15th Amendment16th Amendment
- 94. Multiple Choice
What court case ruled that segregation was legal. This was called the “separate but equal” case? (later overturned by Brown V. Board of Education)
Dred Scott v. Sandford
Texas v. Johnson
Brown v. Board of Education
Plessy v. Ferguson
- 95. Multiple ChoiceWhat is judicial review?The power of the president to veto billsThe power of the court to overrule previous rulingsThe power to appoint federal judgesThe power of the Supreme Court to declare laws and acts unconstitutional
- 96. Multiple ChoiceThe ability of one branch of government to limit the power of the other branches of government is known as what?Executive OrderChecks and balancesAmendment Process
- 97. Multiple ChoiceWhich amendment stated that the government can't MAKE you house soldiers?45103
- 98. Multiple ChoiceWhich amendment stated that a warrant is needed to Search and Seize property?816124
- 99. Multiple ChoiceWhich amendment guarantees a Speedy Criminal Trial?419610
- 100. Multiple ChoiceWhich amendment guarantees a jury in a Civil Trial?717101
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