Civics Literacy Practice Test

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If the Magna Carta led to a limited monarchy, what did the Mayflower Compact lead to?

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Self-government

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Below is a chronological list of events that led to the writing of the Declaration of Independence.

1) British policies limit colonial rights.
2) ???
3) British ignore colonial grievances.
4) Declaration of Independence is approved.

Which statement goes with event #2?

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Colonial demand for political change increases.

Front

How did the U.S. Constitution solve a problem created by the Articles of Confederation?

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It enabled the federal government to collect taxes.

Front

In the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, what is the meaning of the phrase “We the People”?

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Government receives its power from the people and exists to serve them.

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Which statement supports the Anti-Federalists in the struggle over ratification of the U.S. Constitution? Options: The Constitution should limit state government., The Constitution should protect fundamental rights., The Constitution should create a strong national government., The Constitution should prevent the election of amateur politicians.

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The Constitution should protect fundamental rights.

Front

Which characteristic serves as a long-term protection against tyranny and is a foundation of liberty in the United States? Options: the commerce clause, the elastic clause, the right to trial, the rule of law

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the rule of law

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What are the eligibility requirements: -Be of good moral character. -Read, write, and speak English. -Possess basic knowledge of U.S. History and Government?

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Becoming a Naturalized Citizen

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You receive a summons for jury service in the mail. Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents?

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to protect the constitutional right to be tried by one’s peers

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Why should the freedom of the press be guarded?

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to keep the government from becoming the primary information source

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In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats? Options: the responsibilities of government, the frequency of national elections, the legality of the U.S. Constitution, the support for the U.S. military soldier

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the responsibilities of government