Amendment/Parts of Constitution
Which amendment guarantees the freedom to assemble and petition the government?
Amendment I
Which term refers to organized efforts by individuals or groups to shape public policy or public opinion?
A. Watchdogs
B. Interest groups
C. Propaganda
D. Symbolism
B. Interest Groups
Which Enlightenment thinker is known for his concept of the SEPARATION OF POWERS?
A. John Locke
B. Montesquieu
C. Voltaire
D. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
B. Montesquieu
Which level of government is responsible for issuing driver's licenses?
A. State Governments
B. Federal Governments
C. Local Governments
D. Bother federal and state governments
A. State Governments
Which article of the Constitution establishes the limits and powers of the Judicial Branch?
Article III
What is the term for media the criticizes government and public affairs for corruption, scandal, or inefficiency?
A. Watchdogs
B. Interest Groups
C. Propaganda
D. Symbolism
A. Watchdogs
Which Enlightenment philosopher is famous for his idea of the social contract?
A. John Locke
B. Montesquieu
C. Voltaire
D. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
D. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Which level of government has the power to declare war?
A. Federal Government
B. State Government
C. Local Government
D. Both federal and state governments
A. Federal Governments
Which of the following does Amendment V protect against?
A. Double Jeopardy
B. Unreasonable searches and seizures
C. Cruel and unusual punishment
D. Right to a speedy trial by jury
A. Double Jeopardy
Which of the following terms refers to deliberately spreading false information to influence public opinion?
A. Watchdogs
B. Interest groups
C. Propaganda
D. Symbolism
C. Propaganda
Which Enlightenment thinker emphasized natural rights, including life, liberty, and property?
A. John Locke
B. Montesquieu
C. Voltaire
D. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
A. John Locke
Who has the authority to regulate interstate commerce?
A. Federal Government
B. State Government
C. Local Government
D. Both federal and state government
D. Both federal and state government
Amendment XX
What does the term "symbolism" refer to in the context of mass media?
A. Manipulation of public opinion
B. Use of visual cues to convey meaning
C. Objective standards in journalism
D. Ethical standards in journalism
B. Use of visual cues to convey meaning
Which Enlightenment thinker supported the principle of freedom of speech and expression?
A. John Locke
B. Montesquieu
C. Voltaire
D. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
C. Voltaire
Which level of government is primarily responsible for public education?
A. Federal Government
B. State Government
C. Local Government
D. Both federal and state government
B. State Government
This Article of the Constitution defines and protects the SUPREMACY CLAUSE; stating that the Constitution is the final say.
Article VI
Which term describes the attitudes and beliefs held by a significant number of people on matters of government and politics?
A. Watchdogs
B. Interest Groups
C. Public Opinion
D. Propaganda
C. Public Opinion
Which Enlightenment thinker is famously known for their pamphlet titled Common Sense?
A. John Locke
B. Montesquieu
C. Thomas Paine
D. Jean-Jacques Rousseau
C. Thomas Paine
Enumerated powers are powers specifically given to the federal government. Reserved powers are powers not given to the federal government. Which amendments protects and guarantees reserved powers to the states?
Amendment X