Gov't Course Final 24/25 (2nd 9 Weeks) PDF

001 Gov't Course Final 24/25 (2nd 9 weeks) 1 The President serves a _____ year term. A 2 B 3 C 4 D 6 2 Each State’s representation in the Senate is: A 10 per state B Based on population C 2 per state D Based on land 3 Each State’s representati...

001 Gov't Course Final 24/25 (2nd 9 weeks) 1 The President serves a _____ year term. A 2 B 3 C 4 D 6 2 Each State’s representation in the Senate is: A 10 per state B Based on population C 2 per state D Based on land 3 Each State’s representation in the House of Representatives is: A 10 per state B Based on population C 2 per state D Based on land 4 No excessive bail, No cruel and unusual punishment was established through this amendment. A 1st B 8th C 3rd D 12th 5 The U.S. Legislative branch is a bicameral congress. The word “bicameral” means: A two parties B two leaders C one law D two houses 6 These amendments are known as the Bill of Rights. A 1‑5 B 1‑10 C 1‑15 D 1‑20 Page 2 GO ON 7 This amendment allows for the right to bear arms. A 1st B 2nd C 3rd D 4th 8 Court case that established “Separate but equal” was illegal in education A Marbury v. Madison B Brown v. Board of Education C Roe v. Wade D Ingraham v. Wright 9 The case of Marbury vs Madison was the first time that the court asserted its power of: A executive order B judicial review C marshall law D writ of certiorari 10 What is the magic number to win the Presidency via the Electoral College? A 267 B 289 C 310 D 270 11 This amendment allows protection against illegal search and seizures. A 1st B 2nd C 3rd D 4th 12 How long is the term for a U.S. Senator? A 2 years B 4 years C 8 years D 6 years Page 3 GO ON 13 Defined as the authority of a court to hear (to try and to decide) a case: A Jurisdiction B Supreme Authority C Court Counsel D Order of Justice 14 This Amendment made the selling and drinking of alcoholic beverages illegal. A 26th Amendment B 22nd Amendment C 18th Amendment D 14th Amendment 15 A judicial decision (usually in the past) that serves as a guide for settling later cases of a similar nature: A jurisdiction B precedent C supremacy 16 Bank Robbery is tried in which of these types of courts? A Federal B State 17 Read the following excerpt from a key historical document: "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with.............................., that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness." Which item below correctly finishes the statement above. (given abilities that can't be taken away). A Divine Right of Kings B Social Contract Theory C Unalienable Rights D Laws of Nature and Nature's God Page 4 GO ON 18 Consider the following characteristics of a government: 1. Elected representatives chosen by the people. 2. A written constitution that outlines the structure of government and protects individual rights. 3. Separation of powers among executive, legislative, and judicial branches. Based on these characteristics, which form of government does the United States most closely resemble? A Monarchy B Authoritarian C Democratic Republic D Socialist 19 Consider the following quote: "The Constitution is not an instrument for the government to restrain the people, it is an instrument for the people to restrain the government." -Patrick Henry Interpreting the quote, which principle does it emphasize as important for enabling the people to reduce government power and safeguard individual rights? A Limited Government B Rule of Law C Executive Authority D Judicial Independence Page 5 GO ON 20 Constitutional Principles Republicanism Checks and Balances Federalism Separation of Powers Popular Sovereignty Individual Rights Based on the chart above, which constitutional principle is associated with controlling governmental powers among the 3 branches to prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful? A Republicanism B Checks and Balances C Federalism D Individual Rights 21 The U.S. government is divided into three branches, each with distinct roles and functions. Which of the following accurately identifies the primary responsibility of the Executive Branch? A Lawmaking and passing legislation B Interpreting laws and ensuring their constitutionality C Executing and enforcing laws D Presiding over legal disputes and interpreting the Constitution Page 6 GO ON 22 Consider the following characteristics of the Legislative and Judicial Branches of the U.S. government: Judicial Branch: Legislative Branch: 1. Unitary structure (Supreme Court and 1. Bicameral structure (House of lower federal courts) Representatives and Senate) 2. Primary function: Interpreting laws, 2. Primary function: Lawmaking, passing ensuring constitutionality legislation 3. Appointed judges with life tenure 3. Elected representatives from states and districts In comparing the Legislative and Judicial Branches, what is a key difference in their structures? A The Legislative Branch is bicameral, while the Judicial Branch is unicameral. B The Legislative Branch consists of one governing body, while the Judicial Branch is bicameral. C The Legislative Branch has appointed representatives, while the Judicial Branch has elected representatives. D The Legislative Branch has life-tenured officials, while the Judicial Branch has elected representatives. 23 Judicial review is a crucial concept in the U.S. legal system. What is the primary role of judicial review? A Drafting and proposing legislation B Confirming presidential appointments C Reviewing and potentially declaring government actions unconstitutional. D Overseeing disputes between states 24 The presidential cabinet is a key component of the executive branch. What is the primary function of the presidential cabinet? A Drafting and proposing legislation B Confirming federal judges C Advising the President on policy matters D Overseeing the legislative branch Page 7 GO ON 25 Consider the following scenario: Scenario: The President vetoes a bill passed by Congress. What will be the immediate effect of the President's veto? A The bill will immediately become law without the President's approval. B The bill is sent back to Congress for reconsideration. C The Supreme Court reviews the constitutionality of the bill. D The President's veto has no impact on the legislative process. 26 After a vetoed bill has been returned to Congress, the Legislative branch can STILL pass the bill through to become a law.. But they need what? A a 3/4th majority vote in both houses B a legislative rebuttal C a congressional veto over‑ride D a 2/3rd majority vote in both houses 27 Consider the following characteristics of political parties: 1. Organizations that seek to influence government policies by nominating candidates for office. 2. Advocate for specific political ideologies and policy platforms. 3. Mobilize voters and aim to win elections to implement their agenda. What accurately describes the primary role of political parties in a democratic system? A Political parties focus solely on providing social services to citizens. B Political parties aim to overthrow the existing government. C Political parties seek to influence government policies through nominating candidates and winning elections. D Political parties are primarily involved in judicial decision-making. 28 What is true about voter registration in the United States? A Voter registration is optional, and individuals can vote without registering. B Only U.S. citizens aged 21 and above are eligible for voter registration. C The voter registration process involves providing a tax return. D Eligible individuals must complete the voter registration process to participate in elections. Page 8 GO ON 29 According to politico.com the above map shows how Texas voters voted in the 2020 presidential election. What can we infer from the map above? A Democrat voters can be found in many of the larger urban areas. B Republican voters were the majority in the state capital of Austin C Democrat voters came out in large numbers in the rural north pan handle D San Antonio and Corpus Christi had a similar voting pattern 30 The case affirmed that individuals in police custody must be informed of their rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney, before being questioned. What Supreme Court case is being described above? A Miranda v. Arizona B Mapp v. Ohio C Roe v. Wade D Engel v. Vitale Page 9 GO ON 31 This interest group is a prominent organization advocating for gun rights in the United States. It has been involved in promoting firearm safety, training, and defending the Second Amendment. What organization is being described above? A NAACP B NRA C LULAC D Bill of Rights Institute 32 Imagine a scenario where a group of citizens gathers in a public park to peacefully express their dissatisfaction with a recent government decision. They carry signs, chant slogans, and engage in discussions about their concerns. In the given scenario, which aspect of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is being exercised by the citizens? A The right to bear arms B The right to a fair and speedy trial C The right to freedom of speech and assembly D The right to protection from unreasonable searches and seizures 33 This branch of Government Makes the laws: A Executive Branch B Legislative Branch C Judicial branch D Supreme Branch ▲ 34 This branch of Government Enforces & Executes the laws: A Executive Branch B Legislative Branch C Judicial branch D Supreme Branch 35 Which of the following were a part of John Locke’s ideas of “Natural Rights”? A Life B Liberty C Property D All of the Above Page 10 GO ON 36 Who is the leader of The Senate? A The Speaker of the House B The Vice President C The Secretary of State D The President 37 Which country is an example of a dictatorship? A USA B North Korea C Switzerland D Brazil 38 The division of power among a central government and several state governments is called: A Constitutionalism B Sovereignty C Legislation D Federalism 39 The introduction of the US Constitution is known as…? A The Preamble B The Federalist Papers C Article A D Grand Article 40 When citizens elect officials to represent them in government it is known as…? A Federalism B Legislative Agenda C Checks and balances D Representative democracy 41 A brief, but accurate definition for the word Sovereignty. A Land ownership B Federalism C A history of mistakes D Absolute Power Page 11 GO ON 42 Who is first in line for the Presidency if the President were to die? A Vice President B Speaker of the House C Eldest Supreme Court Judge D None 43 Who is next in line for the Presidency if the President were to die? A Vice President B Speaker of the House C Eldest Supreme Court Judge D None 44 There are _______ members of the House of Representatives A 100 B 270 C 435 D 535 45 There are _______ members of the Senate A 100 B 270 C 435 D 535 46 In this form of Government power is held by a small group. A democracy B dictatorship C theocracy D oligarchy 47 The ______ clause allows citizens to choose the religion of their choice. A Establishment B Supremacy C Extradition D Free Exercise Page 12 GO ON 48 Who here has the actual power to declare war? A The Supreme Court B Congress C The War Department D The President 49 A party‑nominating election in which only declared party members can vote. A nomination B open primary C closed primary D swing voters 50 A party‑nominating election in which any qualified voter can take part. A nomination B open primary C closed primary D swing voters Page 13 BE SURE YOU HAVE RECORDED ALL OF YOUR ANSWERS STOP ON YOUR ANSWER DOCUMENT