Unit 3 Verification of Learning

Front

Which statement describes separation of powers? (SS.7.CG.1.9) Options: Civil servants are not subject to political pressure., Presidential power is not subject to congressional oversight., Civilian authorities have control over the branches of the military., Political authority is divided among the branches of the government.

Back

Political authority is divided among the branches of the government.

Front

Which statement describes the intent of checks and balances?

Back

No branch of government can become too powerful.

Front

Which function completes the chart showing functions of the legislative and executive branches in foreign policy? Options: Coin money, Declare war, Regulate pollution, Punish counterfeiters

Back

Declare war

Front

Why do both the U.S. President and the U.S. Senate have the power to approve judges to the federal courts?

Back

to ensure that the branches work together

Front

Which is one constitutional requirement to be eligible to be elected as President of the United States?

Back

at least 35 years of age

Front

Which question completes the list of constitutional requirements to run for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives? Options: Which state is the candidate a resident of?, Does the candidate have a college degree?, Does the candidate have a political background?, Which branch of the U.S. Armed Forces is the candidate a veteran of?

Back

Which state is the candidate a resident of?

Front

Which action completes the flow chart showing part of the process in which a bill becomes a state law? Options: The bill is sent to committee for study, The bill is sent to the governor for support, The bill is published in newspapers for comment, The bill is reviewed by a judge for constitutionality.

Back

The bill is sent to committee for study.

Front

Which statement completes the diagram describing a political process? Options: The Senate votes to confirm or deny the appointment., The federal courts vote to confirm or deny the appointment., The state governors vote to confirm or deny the appointment., The House of Representatives votes to confirm or deny the appointment.

Back

The Senate votes to confirm or deny the appointment.

Front

What role does the Cabinet serve at the federal level?

Back

It advises the president on national issues and assists in operating the government.

Front

Which executive authority can be exercised by both the Florida Governor and a mayor in Florida?

Back

Both enforce laws in their jurisdictions.