Pre/Post Civics Test

Front

The flow chart below shows part of the process in which a bill becomes a state law. Which action completes the flow chart?

Back

The bill is sent to committee for study.

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

How does the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Gideon v. Wainwright (1963) protect individual rights?

Back

It provides defendants legal representation if they cannot afford it.

Front

Which statement describes separation of powers? 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

According to the excerpt, which problem did the Articles of Confederation create?

Back

the lack of authority to enforce congressional acts

Front

When it was first ratified, which group of people did the Fifteenth Amendment address?

Back

African-American men

Front

Which statement describes the intent of checks and balances? Options: The government receives revenue from the people. The government receives authority from the people. No branch of government can become too powerful. No branch of government can apply concurrent powers.

Back

No branch of government can become too powerful.

Front

The diagram below illustrates the structure of courts of Florida. Which numbered court has only original jurisdiction?

Back

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Front

What was the main reason President Harry S. Truman went to the United Nations in response to the Communist invasion of South Korea in 1950?

Back

to seek international support for the defense of South Korea

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.