Principles of Govt and Citizenship 5
Which statement best expresses the principle of "consent of the governed"?
A: "The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year"
B: "All Bills for raising Revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives"
C: "We the People of the United States...establish this Constitution"
D: "No Person except a natural born Citizen...shall be eligible to the Office of President"
C: "We the People of the United States...establish this Constitution"
The local government in Virginia most likely created the law that bans smoking in public buildings in order to...
A: promote public health
B: support federal laws
C: protect consumer rights
D: regulate land use
A: promote public health
In a criminal case, a jury determines...
A: how much money one person needs to pay another person
B: whether someone is guilty of breaking the law
C: the best way to settle a disagreement between two people
D: whether a person's plea deal can be accepted
B: whether someone is guilty of breaking the law
- Strong work ethic
- Computer literacy
- Positive attitude
What is the best title for this list?
A: Characteristics That Employers Seek
B: National Requirements for All Jobs
C: Personal Training Courses Offered by the Federal Government
D: Outdated Skills Due to Technological Advancements
A: Characteristics That Employers Seek
Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States in more than 200 years?
A: The process of adding amendments is very complex.
B: The courts strike down many amendments.
C: National laws limit the number of amendments.
D: Changes in society are too small to require amendments.
A: The process of adding amendments is very complex.
Which branch of government has the power to declare Virginia laws unconstitutional?
A: State judicial branch
B: Federal executive branch
C: State executive branch
D: Federal legislative branch
A: State judicial branch
Which power is a responsibility of the Virginia General Assembly?
A: Exercises judicial review
B: Approves the state budget
C: Regulates the economy
D: Administers state bureaucracy
B: Approves the state budget
?: Private ownership of property and resources
?: Central ownership of property and resources
Which pair of economic systems best matches these descriptions?
A: Mixed --- Traditional
B: Command --- Traditional
C: Mixed --- Free Market
D: Free Market --- Command
D: Free Market --- Command
A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by ---
A: serving in the military
B: paying an income tax
C: serving on a jury
D: obeying the state law
C: serving on a jury
The powers of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the...
A: Virginia Circuit Court
B: Constitution of Virginia
C: United States Attorney General
D: Constitution of the United States
B: Constitution of Virginia
Which action is an example of political lobbying?
A: The governor gives special advice to legislative members.
B: A mayoral candidate holds a campaign rally for registered voters.
C: The local newspaper exposes corrupt practices in election campaigns.
D: A health group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws.
D: A health group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws.
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 1994. This agreement removed most barriers to trade and investment among the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
This agreement is an example of how the United States takes part in a...
A: regulatory organization
B: military agreement
C: global economy
D: financial agreement
C: global economy
"We, the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union..."
- Constitution of the United States, 1787
This phrase best refers to the ---
A: failed policies made by foreign officials
B: grievances in the Declaration of Independence
C: national problems caused by outdated laws
D: weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation
D: weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation
The number of members in the House of Representatives is based on...
A: state population
B: the number of political districts
C: voter registration
D: the number of state senators
A: state population
How are implied powers most often used by the United States Congress?
A: To help carry out expressed powers
B: To force the executive branch to sign new legislation
C: To encourage citizens to vote
D: To give the government veto powers
A: To help carry out expressed powers
Which action represents a way the federal government can promote business competition?
A: Punishing polluters
B: Regulating investors
C: Enforcing tariffs
D: Prohibiting monopolies
D: Prohibiting monopolies
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
A: It helps businesses find and train new employees.
B: It addresses local needs and serves the public good.
C: It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers.
D: It removes the national government's duty to improve society.
B: It addresses local needs and serves the public good.
By vetoing a legislative bill, the president can influence...
A: judicial review
B: foreign affairs
C: international trade
D: national policies
D: national policies
Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county?
A: General Assembly
B: District Court
C: Board of Supervisors
D: Governor
C: Board of Supervisors
Which is the best action the government can take to increase the amount of funds available for businesses?
A: Borrow money
B: Lower taxes
C: Balance the budget
D: Reduce consumer demand
B: Lower taxes