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- 1. Multiple Choice
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.
- 2. Multiple Choice
What do a republic and a direct democracy have in common?
rule by the people
rule by a single political party
a small group of leaders
a single leader
- 3. Multiple Choice
Where is power concentrated in a unitary system of government?
central government
state government
dictator
military
- 4. Multiple Choice
What system of government was in place after the United States adopted the U.S. Constitution?
confederal
federal
oligarchy
parliamentary
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which government institution may vote on constitutional amendments?
bureaucracy
executive
judicial
legislative
- 6. Multiple Choice
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?
dictatorship
monarchy
oligarchy
republic
- 7. Multiple Choice
What power is held by the Florida Supreme Court and the U.S. Supreme Court?
Both courts may issue writs of habeas corpus.
Both courts may issue writs of mandamus.
Neither court hears equal protection cases.
Neither court hears death penalty cases.
- 8. Multiple Choice
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 Appeals
Florida Supreme Court
appellate court
county court
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which level of government regulates drivers’ licenses?
county
federal
municipal
state
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which is a responsibility of state government?
regulating public transportation
regulating public education
providing clean drinking water
providing fire protection
- 11. Multiple Choice
Which part of the U.S. Constitution outlines legislative power?
First Amendment
Bill of Rights
Preamble
Article I
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which list includes roles of the president?
Chief Justice, Commander-in-Chief
Commander-in-Chief, Chief Executive
Speaker of the House, Chief Executive
Speaker of the House, Chief Justice
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which describes concurrent powers?
The federal government sets standards state governments must follow.
The federal government shares powers with the state governments.
The federal government has supremacy over state governments.
The federal government follows the lead of state governments.
- 14. Multiple Choice
Requiring children to be vaccinated before entering school is an example of which power?
concurrent
delegated
implied
reserved
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which describes concurrent powers?
The federal government sets standards state governments must follow.
The federal government shares powers with the state governments.
The federal government has supremacy over state governments.
The federal government follows the lead of state governments.
- 16. Multiple Choice
Between 1870 and 1913, one amendment was added to the U.S. Constitution. Based on this information, what can be inferred about the constitutional amendment process?
Amending the U.S. Constitution is a relatively time consuming and difficult process that does not allow changes to happen easily.
Amending the U.S. Constitution is a relatively quick and simple process that allows change to happen easily.
Ratification of an amendment requires 50 percent of Congress’s approval.
Ratification of an amendment requires 50 percent of state governors’ approval.
- 17. Multiple Choice
What powers do the Florida governor and U.S. president have in common?
deliver State of the Union address, four-year term, commander-in-chief, grant pardons
six-year term, grant pardons, make treaties, commander-in-chief
grant pardons, veto, deliver State of the Union address, six-year term
veto, grant pardons, chief executive, four-year term
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which part of the Florida Constitution protects individual rights?
Declaration of Rights
Bill of Rights
Amendments
Preamble
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which statement describes a similarity between the Florida Constitution and the U.S. Constitution?
neither protects individual rights
both include an amendment process
neither provides for a chief executive
both include a nine member Supreme Court
- 20. Multiple Choice
How is power distributed in a FEDERAL system?More power is held by state governments then national.Power is not held by the regional governmentsPower is shared between Central and Regionalno power is held by the state - 21. Multiple Choice
Which action illustrates the concept of concurrent powers in the U.S. government?
The federal government prints money.
Both states and the federal government levy (collect) taxes.
Both the federal and state governments enact peace treaties with other nations.
- 22. Multiple ChoiceHow many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court?36912
- 23. Multiple ChoiceHow many people are elected to the Senate?100 people435 people2 people9 people
- 24. Multiple ChoiceElected every 2 yearsHouse of RepresentativeSenatePresidentJudges
- 25. Multiple ChoiceSS.7.C.3.4
The Supremacy Clause states thatstate laws are superior to federal lawsfederal laws are superior to state lawsexpressed powers are superior to implied powersAlabama is superior to Auburn - 26. Multiple ChoiceHow many total amendments to the Constitution are there?27262810
- 27. Multiple ChoiceWhich 2 entities enact foreign policy?The President and CongressThe President and State GovernmentsThe President and the Supreme CourtThe President and UN
- 28. Multiple Choice
Which statement identifies a basic similarity between the U.S. and Florida Constitutions?
Both have a preamble, articles and amendments.
Both prohibit the collection of personal income taxes
Both provide details on the qualifications for voting in elections
Both have detailed provisions on public education and local government
- 29. Multiple Choice
Which is a difference between the Florida and U.S. Constitution?
one begins with "We The People"
Florida constitution has less articles than the U.S. Constitution
the state constitution has a Florida Declaration of Rights
the state constitution has a Supremacy Clause
- 30. Multiple Choice
How are a direct democracy and a representative democracy different?
A direct democracy relies on a classless society, while a representative democracy enforces class divisions.
A direct democracy allows for unlimited terms for leaders, while a representative democracy enforces term limits.
A direct democracy allows citizens to vote for leaders, while a representative democracy allows the wealthy to speak for all citizens.
A direct democracy relies on a popular vote to make decisions, while a representative democracy uses elected officials to make decisions for the people.
- 31. Multiple Choice
Which part of the federal government can impeach the president?
The Cabinet
The House of Representatives
The Supreme Court
The Vice President
- 32. Multiple Choice
In which way are the federal and state judicial systems different?
Only federal courts can assign the death penalty.
Only federal courts can try cases between states.
Only state courts can review the constitutionality of state laws
Only state courts can hear civil cases.
- 33. Multiple Choice
Complete the flow chart
US District Court --- ______?______ --- US Supreme Court
US Courts of Appeals
State Appeals Courts
County Courts
State Trial Courts
- 34. Multiple Choice
Why did the Founders believe it was important to include the concept of checks and balances in the U.S. Constitution?
to make sure that all citizens are treated equally
to make sure that the economy operates effectively
to ensure the government has the power to deal with crises
to ensure that no branch of government has too much power
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