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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which of the following would qualify as an event of "domestic Violence" within a State that would warrant the involvement of the National Government?
a devastating tornado
a crime spree
a massive political march
an attack by a foreign power
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Northwest Ordinance of 1897?
It allowed selected areas of the Northwest Territory to become States.
It allowed settlers to take ownership of lands held by Native Americans.
It created a set of procedures and rules for attaining statehood.
It provided clear laws and procedures for commerce within the Northwest Territory.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Land grant colleges are an example of ______.
block grants
grants in aid
Lulu payments
project grants
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which of the following most likely explains why the number of interstate compacts has grown quickly over the past 100 years?
There is more interstate commerce and resource sharing.
Immigration reforms made interstate trade more complex.
The United States has grown, thus creating a need for better agreements.
World War II raised American awareness of the importance of cooperation.
- 5. Multiple Choice
The Constitution commands that: “Full Faith and Credit shall be given in each State to the public Acts, Records, and judicial Proceedings of every other State.” What is meant by the term "public Acts?"
acts recorded in a public place
acts undertaken in a public place
the laws of the county
the laws of the State
- 6. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of extradition law?
to prevent fugitives from escaping justice
to create a single, unified system of American justice
to ensure that different States have similar criminal and civil laws
to avoid misuse of State laws and resources
- 7. Multiple Choice
Which of the following could be described as an unreasonable distinction under the Privileges and Immunities Clause?
An out-of-state resident must pay higher tuition for an in-state public university.
In-state workers are hired before out-of-state employees.
A politician cannot run for office unless he or she has lived in the State for a full year.
In-state residents must pay taxes to raise money for the management of State game lands.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Once an enabling act is passed by Congress before a Territory may join the Union, the territory must
elect a State governor and Cabinet.
prove that they have the required 60,000 residents.
prove the required number of residents and elect State officials.
create a State constitution.
- 9. Multiple Choice
Article 1 provides for
freedom of the press.
freedom of assembly.
freedom of religion.
a speedy trial by jury.
- 10. Multiple Choice
The Supreme Court has refused to define the term "Republican Form of Government" because
no case focusing on that definition has been brought before the Supreme Court to date.
the definition has already been clearly spelled out in several sections of the Constitution.
the Court believes the issue is political rather than legal and should be handled by State and National governments.
each State has the reserved right to define a "Republican Government" for itself.
- 11. Multiple Choice
Would it be legal for Congress to allow a territory of the United States to become a full State on condition that its residents choose a new governor?
No, it would not be legal, based on a Supreme Court decision that held that Congress cannot compromise the independence of a State and its ability to manage its own internal affairs.
Yes, it would be legal, based on a Supreme Court decision that held that Congress may set conditions for a prospective State's admission.
No, it would not be legal, based on a Supreme Court decision that held that the outcome of democratic elections held in a territory must be considered final.
Yes, it would be legal, based on a Supreme Court decision that held that Congress has the authority to declare an election null and void if it occurred before an enabling act was passed.
- 12. Multiple Choice
While federal grants of land were common during the 19th century, cash grants–in-aid were not made until the 20th century because
President Truman believed cash grant to States were needed to support security measures related to the Cold War.
President Roosevelt included cash grants to States during the Depression as part of the New Deal.
President Wilson asked Congress to approve cash grants as a step toward preparing for World War I.
President Coolidge felt that cash grants would provide States with greater independence of action.
- 13. Multiple Choice
One drawback of a categorical grant-in-aid is that it
may be too broad in scope.
provides funds rather than manpower.
would be used for a specific, narrowly defined purpose.
comes with "strings attached," requiring the State to follow federal guidelines.
- 14. Multiple Choice
When Wilma moved from Tennessee to Michigan, was she correct to expect no legal obstacles to buying or renting a home in Michigan?
No, because her right to buy or rent property in any State is not protected by the Full Faith and Credit Clause.
Yes, because her right to buy or rent property in any State is protected by the Privileges and Immunities Clause.
Yes, because her right to buy or rent property in Michigan is protected by Michigan State law.
No, because citizens must apply to each individual State for the right to own or rent property.
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