Civics

Civics EOC Reporting Category 3

By Leslie Mayberry

​Civics EOC Reporting Category 3

Standards covered:

SS7.CG.2.6 Elections and Voting​

SS.7.CG.2.7 Qualifications for Political Office

SS.7.CG.2.8 Monitoring and Influencing Government​

SS.7.CG.2.9 Media and Political Communications (bias, propaganda, symbolism
SS.7.CG.3.13 Government Obligations and Services

SS.7.CG.2.12 Working with the Government

SS.7.CG.4.1 Domestic vs Foreign Policy

SS.7.CG.4.2 International Organizations

SS.7.CG.4.3 U.S. and International Conflict​

Multiple Choice

a political party that believes in individual freedom and believes the only purpose of government is to protect this freedom

• Republican Party

• Socialist Party

• Democratic Party

• Libertarian Party

Multiple Choice

an organization that tries to get political power by electing members to public office so that their political ideas can become laws or policies

• candidate

• political party

• party platform

• two-party system

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a political party that believes that the federal government should play a less active role in people's lives and that individuals can take care of themselves without government help

• Socialist Party

• Libertarian Party

• Republican Party

• Communist Party

Multiple Choice

a political party that is not one of the two major parties in the country; a minor party

• Republican Party

• two-party system

• Democratic Party

• third party

Multiple Choice

a political party that believes that the federal government should take a more active role in people's lives, particularly those who are in need

• Libertarian

• Republican

• Democratic

• Socialist

Multiple Choice

What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today?

• Democratic and Republican

• Democratic and Libertarian

• Socialist and Republican

• Socialist and Libertarian

Multiple Choice

In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?

• The responsibilities of government

• The frequency of national elections

• The legality of the U.S. Constitution

• The support for the U.S. military solidier

Multiple Choice

SS.7.C.2.9 – Low Complexity Which is NOT required to become President of the United States?

• at least fourteen-year resident
• at least age thirty five
• law school graduate
• natural born citizen

Multiple Choice

Use image to answer

• You have no previous political experience
• You are not a natural-born citizen
• You are not a lawyer
• You are too young

Multiple Choice

Which statement is most likely to come from a democratic candidate?
SS.7.C.2.9

• I want to spend more money on the military.
•  I want to bring religion back to our schools.
• I want to help take care of the poor & middle class.
• I want to cut taxes for the wealthy.

Multiple Choice

Benchmark: 2.9 Complexity: DOK 2
A local newspaper endorsed Mayor Sanford in a state senate race over his opponent.  Why might the newspaper endorse Mayor Sanford?

• Mayor Sanford owns a local farm.
• Mayor Sanford is an elected official.
• Mayor Sanford is an experienced teacher.
• Mayor Sanford owns a local radio station.

Multiple Choice

The scenario below involves the qualifications to become president.---------------------------You decide to run in the next presidential election. You are a 42 year-old college graduate. You were born in Canada, but you became a U.S. citizen at age 18.  You volunteer frequently in your community. You ask your friend if you would be qualified to run for president, and your friend says you would not be qualified.---------------------------Why is your friend correct?

• You have no previous political experience.
• You are not a natural-born citizen.
• You are not a lawyer.  
• You are too young.

Multiple Choice

After serving as a U.S. Senator, Laure decided to run for governor of Florida. Liz, Laura's opponent claims in court that Laura is not qualified to run. A judge rules in Liz's favor. What was the basis for the lawsuit?

• Laura has never owned land in Florida

• Laura is not a Florida resident

• Laura is not yet 40 years old.

• Laura has never voted.

Multiple Choice

Which is NOT required to become President of the United States?

• at least fourteen-year resident

• at least age thirty five

• law school graduate

• natural born citizen

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a Constitutional requirement to run for Congress in the United States?

• at least 30 years of age

• U.S. permanent resident

• at least 25 years of age

• U.S. citizen

Multiple Choice

Which of the following IS NOT a Constitutional requirement to be a Senator of the United States

• At least 30 years of age

• Citizen of the U.S. for at least 9 years

• May reside in any state

Multiple Choice

Which of the following IS NOT a Constitutional requirement to be a Representative in the House of Representatives?

• At least 30 years of age

• must reside in the state they wish to represent

• A U.S. citizen for at least 7 years

Multiple Choice

The newspaper headline below describes the result of an election:

"Richards wins against all odds!"

Why might this have been a difficult election for Richards to win?

• Richards is a homeowner

• Richards is a party leader

• Richards has less political experience than his opponent

• Richards has less employment experience than his opponent

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Multiple Choice

SS.7.C.2.10 – Mid Complexity18.  Which method would have the least impact on getting a candidate elected to public  office?

• volunteering for the candidate's campaign
• voting for the candidate in an election
• contributing money to the candidate
• watching the candidate’s TV ads

Multiple Choice

Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?

• military officers

• elected officials

• interest groups

• circuit judges

Multiple Choice

Which example represents the media acting as watchdog?

• a journalist discovers that an office holder held a hearing.

• a journalist discovers that an office holder accepted a bribe

• a journalist discovers that an office holder decided to retire.

• a journalist discovers that an office holder voted against a bill.

Multiple Choice

How might a political action committee influence government?

• send a letter to a U.S. Senator's supporters

• contribute money to a U.S. Senate campaign

• write a letter to a newspaper about a U.S. Senator

• contribute money to charity in a U.S. Senator's state

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Multiple Choice

propaganda technique encouraging the viewer to like something or someone because everyone else does

• bias

• bandwagon

• issue

• perspective

Multiple Choice

a preference, opinion or attitude that favors one way of thinking or feeling over another

• name calling

• bias

• special interest group

• editorial

Multiple Choice

the use of media to convey messages or information related to government issues, campaigns or public offices

• political communication

• bandwagon

• card stacking

• special interest group

Multiple Choice

the method of spreading ideas or information for the purpose of helping or injuring an institution, a cause, or a person

• name calling

• bias

• editorial

• propaganda

Multiple Choice

the use of something to represent ideas or qualities

• media

• special interest group

• symbolism

• bias

Multiple Choice

A famous person (athlete/celebrity) endorses a new product.

• testimonial
• plain folks
• glittering generalities
  
  

Multiple Choice

Newspaper Advertisement: A message that appeals to ordinary people, like you and me.

• bandwagon
• emotions
• plain folks
• name calling
  
  

Multiple Choice

What type of propaganda uses negative words or feelings against an idea, product or person?

• name calling
• transfer
• glittering generalities
• snob appeal

Multiple Choice

This poster was displayed in 1876. What is the primary goal of this propaganda poster?

• to encourage people to move to government lands

• to discourage people from moving to government lands

• to encourage people to move to California

• to discourage people from moving to California

Multiple Choice

This poster was displayed in 1947, at the beginning of the Cold War. How can the information on this poster best be categorized

• Advertisement

• Entertainment

• Factual

• Propaganda

Multiple Choice

SS.7.C.2.11 – Mid ComplexityWhy might television and newspaper ads be incomplete sources of information about candidates?

• They are biased toward the candidates they promote.
• They are usually too small to see.
• They rarely get voters’ attention.
• They cost thousands of dollars.

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Multiple Choice

Who would a citizen contact about a problem with city roads?

• the county commissioner

• the president

• the governor

• the mayor

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Multiple Choice

Who ratifies treaties?

• President

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• Supreme Court

Multiple Choice

What is a person sent as the chief representative of his or her own government in another country?

• ally

• embassy

• ambassador

• Secretary of State

Multiple Choice

What is the work of keeping good relations between the governments of different countries?

• embassy

• domestic affairs

• treaty

• diplomacy

Multiple Choice

Which executive department is in charge of foreign policy?

• Justice

• Defense

• Homeland Security

• State

Multiple Choice

To help establish friendly relations with other nations, the U.S. provides:

• Foreign aid
• debts 
• threats
• sanctions

Multiple Choice

An action such as withholding loans, arms or economic aid to force a foreign government to stop certain activities.

• Sanctions
• Alliance
• Convention
• Interpol

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a foreign policy issue?

• Education
• Interstate Trade
• Healthcare 
• International Trade

Multiple Choice

Which example involves changing foreign policy?

• Congress lifting the oil embargo on a formerly communist government

• A Supreme Court hearing on worker discrimination based on national origin

• Congress voting to construct an aid center in Florida for political refugees

• A Supreme Court justice voting to take a case involving his country of birth

Multiple Choice

Which action illustrates citizen participation in an international organization?

• Samantha teaches others about the history of United Nations (UN).

• Jada volunteers to help raise funds for the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF).

• Ethan writes a report on the origins of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

• David reads the annual report published by the World Trade Organization (WTO).

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Multiple Choice

What is an agreement between two or more countries called?

• treaty

• diplomacy

• embassy

• domestic affair

Multiple Choice

What does NAFTA stand for?

• North American Free Trade Agreement

• North American Farmers Treaty Association

• North American Foreign Task Association

Multiple Choice

What are the main goals of the United Nations?

• keep peace and improve lives and rights of the people

• free trade

• provide medical aid during times of war

Multiple Choice

Cases argued before this court focus on

disputes between nations who agree to accept its decisions.

• World Court

• Supreme Court

• NATO

• EU Court

Multiple Choice

What is an international body founded in 1995 to promote international trade and economic development by reducing taxes and other restrictions?

• NAFTA

• NATO

• United Nations

• World Trade Organization

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Multiple Choice

This statement justifies an international action. What international action is President Johnson justifying with his speech?

• sending troops to stabilize a region

• using sanctions against a country

• sending humanitarian aid to a country

• using nuclear weapons to end a war

Multiple Choice

Which presidential action was based on Article I of the U.S. Constitution?

• John F. Kennedy's statements about missiles in Cuba

• Franklin Roosevelt asking Congress to declare war on Japan

• Dwight Eisenhower's statements about communism in Africa

• George H. Bush asking Congress to commit troops for Gulf War I

Multiple Choice

During which conflict did the U.S. declare war on Japan?

• Korean War

• Vietnam War

• World War I

• World War II

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Multiple Choice

Which is an example of a way that a citizen can seek participation in an international organization?

• email about internship opportunities at the International Red Cross

• "like" the Facebook page of the World Trade Organization

• request a trial before the World Court

• ask to join the United Nations

Now Let's Mix it Up a Bit!

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Multiple Choice

Which action is an example of a domestic policy decision?

• The Senate votes to ratify a treaty

• The president nominates an ambassador

• Congress votes to increase the income tax

• The president asks Congress to declare war

Multiple Choice

What is a responsibility of the U.S. Senate in foreign policy?

• nominate ambassadors

• introducing tax bills

• negotiating treaties

• ratifying treaties

Multiple Choice

The political campaign posters below are for two candidates running for the U.S. Senate. According to the information on the posters, what is one reason Petra could be considered more qualified than Aleski to be elected to the U.S. Senate?

• Her business experience

• Her educational experience

• Her political experience

• Her lobbyist experience

Multiple Choice

Which action did colonists use this cartoon to support? 
The political cartoon below was created by Benjamin Franklin in 1754. 

• Declaring independence from the British monarchy.
• Declaring loyalty to the British monarchy.
• Dissolving colonial legislatures.
• Dissolving colonial charters. 

Multiple Choice

Doug is for immigration!

Doug is for a strong military!

What conclusion can you make about this candidate?

• Doug is running for judge

• Doug is running for mayor

• Doug is running for president

• Doug is named Dave

Multiple Choice

What is usually the most appropriate first response in U.S. foreign policy?

• Initiate a trade ban

• Initiate diplomatic talks

• Initiate a military invasion

• Sleep

Multiple Choice

Which spending increase would the Democratic party likely support?

• Immigration enforcement

• Military

• Free Healthcare

• Paper napkins

Multiple Choice

Which action is an example of a foreign-policy decision?

• Congress increases support to new immigrants

• Congress raises educational standards

• President restores relations with a socialist government

• Pizza sauce