Classical Roots of Government
Influence on the Colonies
Rule of Law and stuff
Random civics stuff
Name That Amendment!
persuasive techniques
100
Passage:
In Ancient Athens, citizens gathered to vote directly on laws and decisions affecting their city-state.
Question:
Which principle of government did the American colonists borrow from Ancient Athens?
A. Representative democracy
B. Direct democracy
C. Rule by monarchy
D. Religious authority
B. Direct democracy
100
Passage:
Colonial leaders studied ancient governments to understand how to limit the power of rulers.
Question:
Which of the following best shows this influence?
A. Appointing monarchs in all colonies
B. Writing colonial charters with elected assemblies
C. Following Roman emperors' commands
D. Creating religious councils to government
B. Writing colonial charters with elected assemblies
100
Which of the following best explains why the Supreme Court rejected President Nixon’s claim to power similar to King Louis XIV?
A. The president is elected, while the king was not
B. The U.S. government is a monarchy
C. The Constitution limits executive power through the rule of law
D. Nixon did not have the support of Congress
C. The Constitution limits executive power through the rule of law
100
How did the ruling in Gideon v. Wainwright change the interpretation of the Sixth Amendment?
A. It required public trials to be broadcast
B. It limited attorney access to capital cases
C. It guaranteed legal counsel regardless of income
D. It prevented retrials of innocent people
C. It guaranteed legal counsel regardless of income
100
A group of students in Tallahassee peacefully march outside the state capitol building to protest proposed school budget cuts. Police allow the protest to continue without interference.
Which amendment protects this action?
A. First Amendment
B. Second Amendment
C. Third Amendment
D. Tenth Amendment
A. First Amendment
100
What persuasive technique is used in this ad?
A.Transfer
B. Glittering generalities
C. Card Stacking
D. Bandwagon
E. Testimonial
F. Plain folks
G. Name Calling
C: Card Stacking: the list of things that Governor Dewey is removing from New York's state budget
200
Passage:
In Ancient Rome, elected officials called senators made decisions on behalf of the people.
Question:
Which American principle was influenced by this Roman system?
A. Separation of powers
B. Federalism
C. Representative government
D. Divine right
C. Representative government
200
Passage:
The Roman Republic emphasized citizenship and civic duty.
Question:
Which American value reflects this Roman idea?
A. Obeying a king without question
B. Encouraging citizens to vote and participate in government
C. Separating religion from government
D. Banning public protests
B. Encouraging citizens to vote and participate in government
200
What constitutional principle is most directly challenged when a president claims they are above the law?
A. Popular sovereignty
B. Checks and balances
C. Judicial review
D. Federalism
B. Checks and balances
200
Why is “pleading the Fifth” an essential part of a fair justice system?
A. It helps judges make quicker decisions
B. It prevents innocent people from being punished based on forced confessions
C. It allows the government to retry cases
D. It removes the need for evidence
B. It prevents innocent people from being punished based on forced confessions
200
A Miami police officer demands to search a teenager’s backpack at a bus stop without a warrant or any probable cause. The student refuses, and the officer backs off.
Which amendment protects the student?
A. Fifth Amendment
B. Fourth Amendment
C. Sixth Amendment
D. Eighth Amendment
B. Fourth Amendment
200
What persuasive technique is used in this ad?
A.Transfer
B. Glittering generalities
C. Card Stacking
D. Bandwagon
E. Testimonial
F. Plain folks
G. Name Calling
G.Name Calling:"And he is more boring than ever."
300
Passage:
Greek philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle emphasized logic, reason, and discussion when making decisions.
Question:
What influence did these Greek thinkers have on colonial ideas about government?
A. Belief in monarchy as a stable government
B. Importance of military conquest
C. Value of reasoned debate in public decision-making
D. Support for dictatorship in times of crisis
C. Value of reasoned debate in public decision-making
300
Passage:
The Founding Fathers believed that government power should be limited and that officials should be accountable to the people.
Question:
Which classical idea does this belief reflect?
A. Divine right of kings
B. Authoritarian rule
C. Government by consent
D. Rule by aristocracy
C. Government by consent
300
A citizen protests unfair tax policies by refusing to pay taxes. How does this action conflict with the rule of law?
A. The protest is protected as freedom of speech
B. The protest violates an obligation required by law
C. Taxes are only suggestions under democratic systems
D. Nonpayment is only punishable in monarchies
B. The protest violates an obligation required by law
300
How does the Tenth Amendment support the principle of federalism?
A. It gives Congress unlimited powers
B. It requires all laws to be made by the president
C. It protects powers not given to the federal government for states and people
D. It transfers all power to the judiciary
C. It protects powers not given to the federal government for states and people
300
In Jacksonville, a man is arrested for shoplifting but waits over a year without going to trial. His lawyer argues that his rights have been violated.
Which amendment supports the lawyer’s claim?
A. Eighth Amendment
B. First Amendment
C. Sixth Amendment
D. Second Amendment
C. Sixth Amendment
300
What 3 persuasive techniques are used in this ad?
A.Transfer
B. Glittering generalities
C. Card Stacking
D. Bandwagon
E. Testimonial
F. Plain folks
G. Name Calling
A. transfer :the flag
B. glittering generalities :prosperity, commerce, civilization
D. bandwagon: the people at the bottom
400
Passage:
The Roman Republic created a system where laws were written and applied equally to all citizens.
Question:
What modern principle is most similar to this Roman idea?
A. Judicial activism
B. Rule of law
C. Social hierarchy
D. Religious law
B. Rule of law
400
Passage:
In Ancient Rome, leaders were elected by citizens to protect the interests of the republic.
Question:
Which U.S. document reflects this classical influence?
A. Declaration of Independence
B. U.S. Constitution
C. Mayflower Compact
D. Treaty of Paris
B. U.S. Constitution
400
Why is registering for the Selective Service an example of the government balancing rights with responsibilities?
A. It gives immigrants the right to vote
B. It ensures freedom of religion is maintained
C. It protects national security in exchange for public duty
D. It punishes people who fail to register
C. It protects national security in exchange for public duty
400
Which statement best reflects the ongoing debate surrounding rights not listed in the Constitution, like privacy?
A. Only listed rights are protected
B. The Ninth Amendment prohibits the recognition of new rights
C. The courts may recognize implied rights through interpretation
D. The Constitution clearly lists every citizen right
C. The courts may recognize implied rights through interpretation
400
A teenager in Tampa is caught vandalizing school property. The judge sentences him to 20 years in solitary confinement. The sentence is appealed as being cruel and unusual.
Which amendment is involved?
A. Fourth Amendment
B. Seventh Amendment
C. Eighth Amendment
D. Tenth Amendment
C. Eighth Amendment
400
What persuasive technique is used in this ad?
A.Transfer
B. Glittering generalities
C. Card Stacking
D. Bandwagon
E. Testimonial
F. Plain folks
G. Name Calling
E. testimonial: the names of the performers
500
Passage:
In the Roman Republic, power was divided between different branches of government, each with specific roles.
Question:
Which structure in the U.S. government reflects this Roman idea?
A. Bill of Rights
B. Checks and balances
C. Electoral College
D. Federal system
B. Checks and balances
500
Passage:
Greek democracy and Roman republicanism showed colonists that citizens could govern themselves through participation and representation.
Question:
Which phrase best describes this idea?
A. Authoritarian rule
B. Theocracy
C. Self-government
D. Absolute monarchy
C. Self-government
500
Which action would best demonstrate the civic responsibility of participating in government beyond voting?
A. Ignoring political news to reduce stress
B. Suing the government for personal rights
C. Complaining about politicians on social media
D. Organizing a local petition to influence public policy
D. Organizing a local petition to influence public policy
500
Why is registering for the Selective Service an example of the government balancing rights with responsibilities?
A. It gives immigrants the right to vote
B. It ensures freedom of religion is maintained
C. It protects national security in exchange for public duty
D. It punishes people who fail to register
C. It protects national security in exchange for public duty
500
The Florida state government decides how to run its public schools without interference from Congress.
Which amendment gives Florida this authority?
A. Tenth Amendment
B. First Amendment
C. Fifth Amendment
D. Ninth Amendment
A. Tenth Amendment
500
What 2 persuasive techniques are used in this ad?
A.Transfer
B. Glittering generalities
C. Card Stacking
D. Bandwagon
E. Testimonial
F. Plain folks
G. Name Calling
A. transfer: The Flag
B. glittering generalities:"Let's make America great again."