Civics Mid-Term Exam

Front

The Supreme Court is the highest court that is found under this Branch of the US Government.

Back

Judicial

Front

Who are citizens of the United States? Pete and Sally are visiting Canada from the United States where they were born. During their vacation Sally gave birth to their new son Herbert.

Back

Sally, Pete, and Herbert

Front

The Governor has authority at the state level and is found in which branch of the government?

Back

Executive

Front

The House of Representatives and Senate are the 2 bodies that make up Congress. What branch of government do they fall under?

Back

Legislative

Front

To prevent one person or group of people from having too much power, the US has the 3 branches of the government. Having the power of each checked and balanced by the others is an example of what concept?

Back

Separation of Powers

Front

What type of government does President Zebronian lead in Stripesville? Options: Democracy, Dictatorship, Oligarchy, Monarchy

Back

Democracy

Front

A document that has laws setting the guidelines of how a government works.

Back

Constitution

Front

What term best describes the government of Batman and Superman's location, which is a lawless land full of terrifying surprises with no leaders, limits, or guaranteed rights? Options: Democracy, Traditional, Anarchy, Monarchy

Back

Anarchy

Front

What branch of the government has the ability to declare war, confirm cabinet nominations, and impeach justices?

Back

Legislative Branch

Front

Which branch of the government carries out (enforces) the laws?

Back

Executive Branch