Citizenship and Influences
Influential Docs and Colonial Concerns
Article of Confed and Federalist and Anti Federalists
Forms, Systems, and Economic Systems
Comparing Constitutions and Trial Process
Safeguarding Rights and Voting Rights
Media and Internation Orgs, and Conflicts
100
This photograph shows individuals becoming U.S. citizens through the naturalization process.
Which of the following describes the eligibility requirements they had to meet?
A- reside in the U.S. for five years, be of good moral character, and be able to speak and read basic English
B- be of good moral character, achieve permanent residency, and pledge to serve in the armed forces
C-reside in the U.S. for five years, pass a reading and math test, and be at least 25 years old
D- be of good moral character, pass a U.S. history and government test, and pay $15,000
A- reside in the U.S. for five years, be of good moral character, and be able to speak and read basic English
100
Why did Parliament eventually repeal the Stamp Act?
A
The colonists established a blockade against British goods.
B
The colonists were able to produce their own goods.
C
The colonists started destroying British goods.
D
The colonists began boycotting British goods.
D
The colonists began boycotting British goods.
Correct- The colonists boycotted British goods, which eventually led Parliament to repeal the Stamp Act.
100
Which statement describes a major weakness under the Articles of Confederation?
A
The central government lacked the authority to govern effectively.
B
Government power was limited through checks and balances.
C
States had a say in who would become president.
D
The judicial branch had too much power.
A
The central government lacked the authority to govern effectively.
Correct- The national government lacked a national court system [judicial branch] and central leadership [executive branch].
100
Question
This is a brief description of education systems in the U.S. and France.
The United States has a federal system of government. In the United States, state governments have more control over public education than the federal government has. State governments and local school boards determine educational policy for their communities.
France has a unitary system of government. In France, the national government determines the curriculum for the nation’s schools. Students in schools across the country learn the same material at approximately the same time.
Based on this information, which conclusion can be drawn about how government systems may influence educational policy?
A
The federal system in the U.S. enables local officials to address the specific needs of schoolchildren in their communities.
B
The federal system in the U.S. limits opportunities for schools to explore new teaching methods in their communities.
C
The unitary system in France limits opportunities for the government to prepare children for school programs.
D
The unitary system in France enables school leaders to be flexible in meeting the needs of minority populations.
A
The federal system in the U.S. enables local officials to address the specific needs of schoolchildren in their communities.
Correct- Each state and local community has the opportunity to pick educational programs and curriculum that can be specialized to fit the needs of the students in that area. With a unitary system, individual states/communities would be bound by one policy for the entire country.
100
Which of the following is a responsibility of a grand jury?
A
hear evidence presented during a trial
B
decide on a verdict at the end of a trial
C
determine criminal sentencing after a trial
D
consider whether evidence warrants holding a trial
D
consider whether evidence warrants holding a trial
Correct- A grand jury is called to consider evidence and whether an accused criminal should be charged with a crime.
100
Which of the following terms found in the Constitution protects against the legislature from criminalizing acts after they have occurred?
A
right to a summary judgment
B
right to habeas corpus
C
no double jeopardy
D
no ex post facto
D
no ex post facto
Correct- An ex post facto law, or “after the fact,” is a law passed that makes a previously legal activity illegal.
100
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of U.S. membership in international organizations?
A
economic growth
B
increased immigration
C
diplomatic opportunities
D
addressing global challenges
B
increased immigration
Correct- Increased immigration is generally a domestic policy that can be impacted by foreign policy but is not generally going to be a direct advantage of membership in international organizations.
100
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100
This conversation concerns lawmaking.
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Doug: I believe in making laws only when everyone can participate in public decision-making.
Shena: I disagree with you; it is best for laws to be made by the people who have been elected for that purpose.
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Which political principle from the colonial era is being discussed?
A
limited monarchy
B
self-government
C
social contract
D
natural rights
B
self-government
100
Question
This statement is from an essay published in 1787.
"It is impossible for one code of laws to suit Georgia and Massachusetts."
Which view does this statement reflect?
A
support for Federalists
B
support for Anti-Federalists
C
support of Shays’s Rebellion
D
support of the Great Compromise
B
support for Anti-Federalists
Correct- The Anti-Federalists supported the idea that different states have different views about how to best serve their residents.
100
Where is power concentrated in a unitary system of government?
A
with central level authority
B
with state level authority
C
with the legislature
D
with the military
A
with central level authority
Correct- Power is concentrated in the central “unit” in a unitary government. This central government decides how much power, if any, that state, regional, or local governments will have.
100
Question
This diagram shows the steps in selecting a juror.
Which statement completes this diagram?
A
The jury pool listens to arguments and delivers a verdict.
B
Attorneys narrow the jury pool through the voir dire process.
C
Attorneys identify a foreperson to speak on behalf of the jury pool.
D
The jury pool meets with court clerks to determine any biases that would affect the trial.
B
Attorneys narrow the jury pool through the voir dire process.
Correct- After a pool of jurors respond to a jury summons, they are questioned by the attorneys for both sides during the voir dire process. It is through voir dire that a complete jury will be selected, seated, and then a trial may commence.
100
How did the ratification of the 15th, 19th, and 26th Amendments influence the American political process?
A
by expanding voting rights
B
by limiting presidential power
C
by providing guaranteed income
D
by providing guaranteed employment
A
by expanding voting rights
Correct– These amendments increased the number and types of people who could vote.
100
Question
This newspaper headline describes an event in U.S. history.
Which course of action taken by the United States is represented by this headline?
A
treaty ratification
B
veto override
C
diplomacy
D
terrorism
C
diplomacy
Correct- The focus of the headline is ending a hostage situation, which requires diplomacy.
100
Which community action demonstrates the Judeo-Christian influence in the United States today?
A- babysitting for a neighbor
B- attending a town hall meeting
C- cleaning up a local playground
D- becoming informed before voting
C- cleaning up a local playground
Highlighting Personal Responsibilities
100
Which idea is from the Magna Carta?
A- The people should have the right to replace the government.
B-The government should give people a fair and speedy trial.
C-The people should support a strong central government.
D-The government should have a separation of powers.
B-The government should give people a fair and speedy trial.
100
Which weakness of the Articles of Confederation was highlighted by the events of Shays’s Rebellion
A
no national armed forces
B
no power to enter treaties
C
lack of a legislative branch
D
lack of a national court system
A
no national armed forces
Correct- There were no national armed forces (like an army or navy) available to put down Shays’s Rebellion. However the Massachusetts militia was eventually able to crush the rebellion in the end.
100
This table describes a form of government.
🔹 Limited personal freedoms
🔹 Rulers are chosen by a higher power
🔹 Laws and decisions are based on religious beliefs
🔹 Religious authorities rule in the name of a god or deity
Which form of government is being described in this table?
A
theocracy
B
republic
C
oligarchy
D
monarchy
A
theocracy
Correct- The list of characteristics all describe a theocracy, which is where religious authorities rule in the name of a god or deity.
100
Which statement describes a similarity between the Florida Constitution and the U.S. Constitution?
A
neither protects individual rights
B
both include an amendment process
C
neither provides for a chief executive
D
both include a nine-member Supreme Court
B
both include an amendment process
Correct- The Florida Constitution is amended by voters, while the U.S. Constitution is amended by state legislatures or state ratifying conventions.
100
How did the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 impact political participation?
A
All persons who passed a literacy test could now vote.
B
All children of foreign citizens could now vote.
C
All African Americans could now vote.
D
All women could now vote.
C
All African Americans could now vote.
Correct– The Voting Rights Act of 1965 banned race discrimination practices in voting at the local, state, and national levels. For example, state governments could no longer put up barriers such as literacy tests to keep racial minorities from voting.
100
The U.S. government is a member of which organization?
A
United Nations
B
European Union
C
World Wildlife Fund
D
International Red Cross
A
United Nations
Correct- The U.S. is a member of the UN which promotes global peace and cooperation.
100
This table describes permanent resident status.
Number of Persons Obtaining
Permanent Resident Status in the U.S.
2005 -1,122,257
2007-1,052,415
2009 -1,130,818
2011 -1,062,040
Based on this table, what could be predicted about the impact of permanent residents on government?
A-The number of persons seeking naturalization would be affected by elections for Congress
B-The number of persons seeking citizenship by law of soil would decline.
C-The number of persons seeking citizenship by law of blood would increase.
D-The number of persons seeking naturalization would be affected by elections for governor.
A-The number of persons seeking naturalization would be affected by elections for Congress
100
This image is a political cartoon that was published in the Boston Gazette in 1765.
Source: Library of Congress
Which statement describes the significance of this image?
A
It demonstrated that Parliament controlled the colonists’ publications.
B
It demonstrated that Parliament ignored the colonists’ petitions.
C
It represented the colonists’ opposition to British tax policies.
D
It represented the colonists’ fulfillment of British tax policies.
C
It represented the colonists’ opposition to British tax policies.
Correct- The colonists opposed British tax policies, which included the requirement that stamps be placed on the front of the newspaper in order for that newspaper to be eligible to be sold.
100
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100
Which scenario describes a confederal system of government?
A
Government A has a strong central government, with a legislative branch and an executive branch led by a prime minister and ministers of state. In
Government A, there are 47 states, however the states are not independent. They rely on the central government for funding.
B
Government B is a partnership between 28 countries. Everything that happens between partner countries is based on treaties that are voluntarily agreed upon by all members.
C
Government C has an elected president, National Congress and Supreme Court. It also has states that have their own constitutions and executive, legislative, and judicial branches. The central government and states share power.
D
Government D has a federal president and a federal chancellor. Legislative power is divided between a nationally elected parliament and a legislative body that represents governments of the regional states. In Government D, the states are also broken into government districts for additional regional governance.
B
Government B is a partnership between 28 countries. Everything that happens between partner countries is based on treaties that are voluntarily agreed upon by all members.
Correct- The scenario for Government B is describing a confederal system of government. The power lies in the loose partnership of the 28 countries and not with a strong central government.
100
Question
This headline describes an action by citizens.
What conclusion can be drawn from this headline?
A
Citizens can be involved in policymaking through their representatives.
B
Citizens can be directly involved in policymaking.
C
Only elected officials may change constitutions.
D
Only elected officials make policy.
B
Citizens can be directly involved in policymaking.
Correct- Amending the Florida Constitution is a form of policy; the headline shows that it was Florida voters who made policy by rejecting an amendment to the Florida Constitution.
100
15: States may not discriminate based on race in elections.
19: States must give women the right to cast ballots.
24: States may not impose a poll tax.
26: States must give 18-20-year-olds the right to cast ballots.
How did these amendments affect participation in the American political process?
A
More citizens could vote.
B
More immigrants could vote.
C
More candidates could be confirmed.
D
More candidates could be nominated.
A
More citizens could vote.
Correct - The identified amendments increased voting rights.
100
Which is an example of a way that a citizen can seek participation in an international organization?
A
follow the social media page of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
B
email about internship opportunities at the United Nations
C
do business with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
D
ask to join the United Nations
B
email about internship opportunities at the United Nations
Correct- Internships at international organizations such as the United Nations would involve interns supporting the organization in different ways.
100
Laura was born in France and lived in France until she moved to the U.S. at age 21. At age 25, Laura used her U.S. passport to travel to Morocco on vacation.
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Why did Laura use a U.S. passport to travel?
A-Laura was a resident alien of the U.S.
B-Morocco is part of the United States
C-Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of soil
D-Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of blood.
D-Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of blood.
100
This diagram shows that the colonists formed some of their political views from some historical documents.
Which phrase completes this diagram?
A
natural rights
B
habeas corpus
C
due process of law
D
representative self-government
D
representative self-government
Correct- Thomas Paine’s Common Sense argued that the main purpose of government was to serve the people. He advocated colonial independence from Great Britain and the establishment of a constitutional democracy (republic) with representative self-government.
100
What was the Anti-Federalists’ greatest concern about ratifying the U.S. Constitution?
A
the lack of a federal court system
B
the lack of legislative veto power
C
the lack of a strong military
D
the lack of a bill of rights
D
the lack of a bill of rights
Correct- Among the Anti-Federalists’ greatest concerns about ratifying the U.S. Constitution was that it lacked an enumerated list of rights.
100
This scenario describes a government decision.
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A self-appointed council amends the country’s constitution.
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Based on this scenario, which form of government is taking action?
A
dictatorship
B
monarchy
C
oligarchy
D
republic
C
oligarchy
Correct- An oligarchy is a form of government where most political power is held by a small group in a society that is self-appointed, and is usually wealthy.
100
Which part of the Florida Constitution protects individual rights?
A
Declaration of Rights
B
Bill of Rights
C
Amendments
D
Preamble
A
Declaration of Rights
Correct- The Florida Declaration of Rights is Article I of the Florida Constitution.
100
Question
This newspaper headline details an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
How did this amendment affect participation in the American political process?
A
The amendment allowed all college students to vote.
B
The amendment allowed more citizens to register to vote.
C
The amendment increased the political power of the elderly.
D
The amendment increased the political power of returning veterans.
B
The amendment allowed more citizens to register to vote.
Correct- Amendment 26 gave U.S. citizens between the ages of 18 and 20 the right to vote, thus increasing the U.S. voting population. Voter registration is an option that states may require as a condition of voting.
100
This image depicts the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
Source: National Archives
What course of action was taken by the United States immediately after this event?
A
declared war
B
imposed sanctions
C
engaged in humanitarian efforts
D
started peacekeeping operations
A
declared war
Correct- In 1941, the U.S. Congress formally declared war on Japan, bringing the U.S. into World War II in the Pacific.