Civics With Mr. Neanover



A Constitution is:( CE.C&G.1.1)A framework that lays out the structure of a governmentA framework that lays out the structure of a government and it is limitationsA framework that limits the power of the governmentA framework of rights and limitations of people.The fact that the colonist did not have representation and were not able to control their own governments was one of the causes for the Revolutionary war. The desire of people to choose their own leaders is called: (CE.C&G.1.1)Popular Sovereignty Separation of PowersLimited GovernmentFreedom of SpeechThe Sons of Liberty were a group fighting for independence that were in response to what type of British policy towards the colonists? (CE.C&G.1.1)IndependenceSalutary NeglectPatriotismMercantilism Which of the following best explains how the colonists reacted to the British policy of salutary neglect? (CE.C&G.1.1 )The colonists waited for rules to be passed in Great Britain and then followed them in the colonies.The colonists had a great deal of freedom and a need for government so they formed their own colonial self-government.The colonist passed high taxes on themselves to pay for Great Britain’s war.All of these are reactions to salutary neglect. The?_______,?written in 1776, is historically significant because it argued for equality among all citizens and that an effective government should serve the people it controls. (CE.C&G.1.4)Mayflower CompactFederalist PapersUnited States ConstitutionDeclaration of IndependenceMontesquieu's?Spirit of the Laws?influenced which core democratic value in the United States Constitution? (CE.C&G.1.4 )the separation of powers between branches of governmentthe rights of the majority to revolt against tyrannical governmentthe separation of religion from the operations of governmentthe right of any state to secede from the union if necessaryA police officer that wrong fully kills a person that is being arrested is an example of what constitutional principal? (CE.C&G.1.4 )Consent of the governedRule of LawSeparation of PowersFreedom of SpeechWhich of the following examples shows the United States is a Representative Democracy? (CE.C&G.1.4 )Loretta Lynch is appointed as the first African-American female Attorney generalSupreme Court Justices have tenure once the President chooses them.There are currently 8 confirmed candidates running for President in 2016.None of these show this principle. Because of the Constitutional principle of?_______, the federal government must share power with local and state governments. (CE.C&G.1.5)Popular sovereigntyIndividual rightsChecks and balancesFederalismHow does the Preamble to the United States Constitution suggest the political principle of the social contract? (CE.C&G.1.5)"We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."—Preamble, U.S. ConstitutionThe Constitution and government are established by the people.The Constitution is established as the supreme law of the land.The states are established by the people to govern themselves.The "perfect union" is established by the government to rule the people.The Constitutional principle of checks and balances is exemplified by: (CE.C&G.1.5)Term limits.Trial by jury.Separation of church and state.Presidential veto.Federalism is most like which of the following analogies: (CE.C&G.2.1 )Russian stacking dolls, with a small doll inside of a medium doll inside of a large doll.Pyramid with a big base, middle, and a small topA series of circles connected by a webOne large square. A benefit for separating the duties of the legislative branch and executive branch is: (CE.C&G.2.1)If the President appoints a bad candidate, the legislative branch can deny the appointmentIf Congress passes a law that is bad for the United States the President can veto that law.If the President breaks the law, Congress can impeach and remove him/her from office.All of these are advantages.Which of the following would the US District Court not have jurisdiction over? (CE.C&G.2.1)Tax evasionCivil law suits between statesImmigration casesA murder that happens in NCUnder Federalism, the Federal government passes laws that are __________ , while states pass laws that are ______________: (CE.C&G.2.2)Narrow, BroadBroad, NarrowBroad, BroadNarrow, NarrowWhat level of government is responsible for providing schools? ((CE.C&G.2.2))FederalStateCountyCityThe chief executive for the local government is called: (CE.C&G.2.2)The MayorComptrollerCouncilmanAldermanUnlike the United States Constitution, North Carolina’s and other states’ constitution are very specific. How would this affect its ability to be interpreted? (CE.C&G.2.4)State Constitutions are very flexible and are able to be broadly interpreted.State Constitutions are not very flexible but are able to be broadly interpreted.State Constitutions are not very flexible and are not able to be broadly interpreted.State Constitutions are very flexible but are not able to be broadly interpreted. A major difference between the Legislative branch of the United States and the Legislative Branch of North Carolina is: (CE.C&G.2.4)Representatives and Senators work all yearRepresentatives and Senators are voted into officeRepresentatives and Senators pass lawsAll of these are things Representatives and Senators do.Unlike the requirements for President, what requirement for the chief executive position in North Carolina is not a requirement? (CE.C&G.2.4)Age RequirementUnited States CitizenshipResidencyNatural Born Citizenship The Bill of Rights and Article 1, Declaration of Rights, are both important parts of the US Constitution and the NC Constitution because: (CE.C&G.2.4)This is where citizenship is definedThis is where qualifications for running for office areThis is where the rights and privileges of citizens are definedThis is where members of sign and ratify the constitutions. Which of the following is a plank that a modern Democrat would oppose? (CE.C&G.2.8)The government should decrease funding for welfare The government should legalize medical use of marijuanaThe government should legalize gay marriageThe government should raise the minimum wageAnalyze which of the following is a position that a modern Republican would take about the size of government. (CE.C&G.2.8)The government needs be smaller and but keep programs like welfare and social securityThe government needs to be larger to provide for all the needs of the people.The government needs to be smaller and stop using taxes to pay for things like welfare and social security.None of the AboveAnalyze which of the following is not a problem that a third parties faces in the United States political system. (CE.C&G.2.8)Third Party candidates have to collect signatures to be on the ballotThird party candidates have access to number a large number of members for supportThird Party candidates have few members to contribute money to run a proper campaign.None of the Above.What constitutional principle states that those who make the laws have to follow their same laws? (CE.C&G.3.1)Popular Sovereignty Rule of LawRepresentative DemocracyLimited GovernmentDhalia a 24-year old that is in a wheelchair, is applying for office assistant job. She was denied the job, despite have a great resume and glowing recommendations. She thinks it is because she is in a wheelchair. She thinks this unfair discrimination and breaks which of her constitutional rights? (CE.C&G.3.1)Freedom of Speech in the 1st amendmentSelf-Incrimination in the 5th amendmentEqual Protection in the 14th amendmentWomen’s Suffrage in the 19th AmendmentPresident Obama will not be on the ballot for President in 2016. Which principle in the constitution does this example show? (CE.C&G.3.1)Popular Sovereignty Rule of LawRepresentative DemocracyLimited GovernmentWhich group has not used the 14th amendment to fight for equality in the Supreme Court? (CE.C&G.3.1)The DisabledThe ElderlyAfrican-AmericansAll of these groups have used the 14th Amendment After a bill is introduced to the hopper by a representative a bill then goes to which of the following? (CE.C&G.3.2)It is sent immediately to the main floor of the House of Representatives or the Senate.It is sent to a committee or sub-committee to look over.It goes to the Speaker of the House to determine if it is worth discussing.It then goes to the other house to be looked over and voted on.Which of the following accurately compares a filibuster and a veto? (CE.C&G.3.2)A Veto is when a senator talks a bill to death, a filibuster is when the president does not sign a bill for 10 days, and it becomes automatically rejected.A filibuster is a name for the long process that a bill goes through to become a law and a veto is when the President says no to the veto.A filibuster is when a bill is talked to death in the Senate and a veto is when the President does not like a bill.A filibuster is when the President does not sign a bill after 10 days and a veto is when the President does not like a bill.Mr. Smith’s speech against the Willet Creek dam is an example of a Senator’s right to: (CE.C&G.3.2)VetoPocket VetoFilibusterClotureWhy does Congress have committees? (CE.C&G 3.2)Committees allow Congress to specialize in specific areas.Congress can work in smaller groups.Congress can decide which bills make it to the next level.All the AboveA and CB and CA and BWhich law enforcement agency would have the jurisdiction to investigate terror threats abroad? (CE.C&G.3.3 )Federal Bureau of InvestigationSecret ServiceCentral Intelligence AgencyNational GuardThe government tries to solve public issues through enacting public policy. Which of the following is an example of public policy? (CE.C&G.3.3 )The Supreme Court hearing a case on gay marriageThe Alabama State Legislature passed a law limiting abortion.The President issuing an executive order granting amnesty to illegal immigrants.All of the AbovePublic opinion can greatly affect public policy. Which of the following scenarios best shows this concept? (CE.C&G.3.3 )Indiana passed a law limiting the right of gay marriage. However, after businesses and community members threatened to leave the state, the legislature voted to repeal the law.New Jersey wanted to pass a gun control law. The Citizens were able to vote in a referendum to get the law passed.North Carolina General Assembly wanted to repeal Common Core, despite objection from teachers. They voted to do so anyways.California is in a serious drought. The voters decided to raise taxes to build desalination plants. The National Rifle Association is an interest group that contributes millions of dollars to campaigns across the US. How does this influence legislation? (CE.C&G.3.6)Interest groups care about what all voters wantInterest groups give money to campaigns to elect people who support their positionsInterest groups want fair and balanced candidates.All of the AboveNone of the AboveLobbyist do which of the following: (CE.C&G.3.6)Work for interest groupsPersuade law makers to vote on issuesDraw attention to issuesAll the AboveThe Media can influence public opinion by doing which of the following: (CE.C&G.3.6 )Showing bias towards or against an eventUsing sound clips and quotes from individualsCovering stories for an extended time.All of the AboveNone of the AboveAn individual is free to speak their mind, for or against the government because what government protection? (CE.C&G.3.8 )The Declaration of IndependenceArticle 4 of the Constitution1st AmendmentBrown v. Board of EducationVoting is an example of a : (CE.C&G.4.3 )Civic DutyCivic ResponsibilityCivic ExpectationNone of the AboveJury Duty is an example of a: (CE.C&G.4.3 )Civic DutyCivic ResponsibilityCivic ExpectationNone of the AboveTo run for the office of President a Candidate must be what type of citizen?(CE.C&G.4.3) A United States CitizenA Natural-Born United States CitizenA Naturalized United States CitizenYou do not have to be an American CitizenThere are three ways to become an American Citizen. Which of the following is not a way?( CE.C&G.4.3 )Born on US soilBorn to US ParentsNaturalizationCitizenship LotteryThe process to naturalization does not involve which of the following?( CE.C&G.4.5)Receive a visa to come to the United StatesReceive a green card and wait 5 years if single, 3 if marriedTake a citizenship test and have an interviewAll of these are steps in the processWhich of these people is not allowed to vote in the Primaries? (CE.C&G 5.1)Leslie who is 17 right now but will be 18 before the general election.Alfonso , 37, is a convicted felon but got out of jail recently.Martha, 58, who moved to North Carolina 5 months ago.All the AboveA and BB and CA and CBeing an informed voter means researching a candidate’s: (CE.C&G 5.1)BoardPlankPlatformStageAnalyze and determine which of these correctly places the electoral process in order. (CE.C&G 5.1)Primary, Nominating Convention, General Campaign, ElectionPrimary, General Campaign, Election, Nominating ConventionNominating Convention, Primary, General Campaign, ElectionElection, General Campaign , Primary, Nominating ConventionThe cost of electoral campaigns has increased. Which of these could be an unexpected consequence? (CE.C&G 5.1)Candidates have to reach out to constituents to pay for elections and now are accountable to the people.Candidates need a lot of money and interest groups reach out to them in exchange for them voting on legislation. Only rich people who can pay a million dollars or more run for office.A and BB and CA and CThe __________ branch negotiates treaties while the ______________ has to approve them. (CE.C&G.5.4)Executive, LegislativeExecutive, JudicialLegislative, ExecutiveLegislative, Judicial_____________ has the ability to declare war.( CE.C&G.5.4 )The CongressThe Supreme CourtThe PresidentThe Commander and Chief of the Armed Forces ................
................

In order to avoid copyright disputes, this page is only a partial summary.

Google Online Preview   Download