Civics MI Packet Day 5

Numbers 1-5

Numbers 6-10

Numbers 11-15

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SS.7.C.2.4 Use the newspaper excerpt below to answer the question.

"The defendant was returned to court for another trial on Wednesday, January 19th. The judge and jury have announced that they were uncertain of first outcome and would like the chance to hear evidence and testimony once again to ensure they settle on the correct ruling."

Based on this quote, which protection from the Bill of Rights is being violated?

A. Protection from self-incrimination

B. Protection from double jeopardy

C. Protection from cruel and unusual punishment

D. Protection from quartering soldiers

B. Protection from double jeopardy

100

SS.7.C.2.10 Which of the following actions 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 interest group speaks at a legislative session to promote stricter antipollution laws

100

SS.7.C.2.5 What is the significance of the U.S. Supreme Court opinion that words creating a “clear and present danger” are not protected by the First Amendment?

A. The Constitution limits individual rights

B. The Constitution safeguards individual rights

C. The Constitution does not limit individual rights

D. The Constitution does not safeguard individual rights

A. The Constitution limits individual rights

200

SS.7.C.3.6 An excerpt from the 26th amendment is below.

“The right of citizens of the United States, who are 18 years of age or older; to vote, shall not be abridged by the United States or any state on account of age”

What is one possible long-term results of this amendment?

A. African Americans gain more representation in their states
B. Women speak out against practices that pay women less than men
C. Minority groups petition the government for increased rights
D. College students became more involved in political campaigns

D. College students became more involved in political campaigns

200

SS.7.C.2.5 Below is an excerpt from the Supreme Court majority opinion that decided the case of Tinker v. Des Moines.

"Because the school failed to provide a valid reason in this case, the school’s ban was unlawful and violated the students’ First Amendment rights.”

How does this statement reflect the role of the judicial branch in balancing the rights of individuals?

A. It can independently determine to limit freedoms with no cause
B. It can independently determine which group of peoples’ rights are protected
C. It can independently balance the rights of individuals and the safety of others
D. It can independently balance the power of the branches of government

C. It can independently balance the rights of individuals and the safety of others

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SS.7.C.2.4 A college student prints his own local newspaper in which she often publishes articles that negatively portray the city’s mayor. The mayor directs his staff to take the papers off the stand before they are distributed. What right is being violated in this situation?
A. Freedom of press
B. Freedom of religion
C. Freedom of expression
D. Freedom of documentation

A. Freedom of press

300

SS.7.C.2.10 Sarah felt very strong about an issue in the news. She wrote to her representative in Congress and expressed her feelings on the issue. Then she wrote a short editorial for the local newspaper and sent it off. Which statement describes Sarah’s activities?
A. She was acting as a lobbyist
B. She was forming her own political party
C. She was starting her own special interest group
D. She was participating directly in government

A. She was acting as a lobbyist

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SS.7.C.2.4 A group of teenagers gather quietly on a street corner to protest. Neighbors complain and ask the police to arrest them for getting together as a group. The police refuse. Which of the following best describes the right that the teenagers are afforded that support the police decision?

A. Right to assemble
B. Right to bear arms
C. Right to provide shelter
D. Right to free press

A. Right to assemble

300

SS.7.C.2.5 The statement below is from a U.S. Supreme Court decision.

“A person who is a resident of a loyal State, where he was arrested, who was never resident in any State engaged in rebellion, nor connected with military or naval service, cannot be regarded as a prisoner of war.”

What constitutional safeguard does this passage describe?

A. Writ of certiorari

B. Habeas corpus

C. Ex post facto

D. Stare decisis

B. Habeas corpus

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SS.7.C.3.13 Which of the following of the following statements describes why the Florida Amendment process is easier than the U.S. constitution amendment process?

A. There are more methods to amend the Florida Constitution

B. The Florida Constitution does not require votes for an amendment

C. There are less methods to amend the Florida Constitution

D. The Florida Constitution can be amended once a month

A. There are more methods to amend the Florida Constitution

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SS.7.C.3.6 What is the impact on the economic system when citizens exercise property rights by owning property?

A. They become a more productive member of their local community

B. They pay taxes on the property which stimulates the economy

C. They experience economic freedom because they can sell the property and used the money at their discretion

D. They will sell the property in the future, generating additional local revenue that will pour back into the economic system

B. They pay taxes on the property which stimulates the economy

400

SS.7.C.3.6 Which of the following has been a result of the constitutional guarantee of a free press?

A. The government is more likely to hide its actions from the people
B. The government is more responsive to the needs of the people
C. The establishment of English as the official language of the United States
D. The establishment of government-run news organizations

B. The government is more responsive to the needs of the people

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SS.7.C.2.5 A newspaper reporter wrote a story about a congressman who took a bribe from one of his donors based on an interview from one of her sources. The congressman denied the charges and had proof that it didn’t happen. Which circumstances could the congressman sue the newspaper?
A. He could sue the paper for libel and could win the case if he proved that the reported had a grudge against him
B. He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved that the reported had a grudge against him
C. He could sue the paper for libel and could win the case if he proved that the accusations were untrue and his reputation was hurt
D. He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved that the accusations were untrue and his reputation was hurt

C. He could sue the paper for libel and could win the case if he proved that the accusations were untrue and his reputation was hurt

500

SS.7.C.3.13 Florida recently implemented a new law that would restrict women from voting, which is protected by the U.S. Constitution. Which of the following explains why the Florida Law would be overturned?
A. It is unethical
B. The U.S. Constitution is the Supreme Law of the Land
C. A Florida law allowing women to vote already existed and can’t be overturned
D. Voter law is a federal issue and can’t be determined by states

B. The U.S. Constitution is the Supreme Law of the Land

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SS.7.C.3.13 The Venn diagram below compares some features of the U.S. and Florida constitutions.
Which feature completes the diagram?

A. Direct voter involvement in amendment processes

B. The inclusion of a preamble, articles, and amendments

C. No listed rights that are guaranteed to citizens

D. The establishment of a governor as the chief executive

B. The inclusion of a preamble, articles, and amendments