Civics Review

Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution in the past 200 years?

• The process of adding amendments is very complex
• The courts strike down many amendments
• National laws limit the number of amendments
• Changes in society are too small to require amendments

This phrase best refers to the

• failed policies made by foreign officials
• grievances in the Declaration of Independence
• national problems caused by outdated laws
• weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation

A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by

• serving in the military
• paying an income tax
• serving on a jury
• obeying the state law

Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

• It helps businesses find and train new employees
• It addresses local needs and serves the public good
• It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers
• It removes the national government's duty to improve society

The local government in Virginia most likely created this law in order to

• promote public health
• support federal laws
• protect consumer rights
• regulate land use

Which phrase completes this diagram?

• state population
• the number of political districts
• voter registration
• the number of state senators

The principle of federalism gives governmental power to

• the county and local governments
• a strong confederate government
• the national and state governments
• a powerful state government

The powers of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the

• Virginia Circuit Court
• Constitution of Virginia
• United States Attorney General
• Constitution of the United States

Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county?

• 8 A.M.
• 9 A.M.
• 10 A.M.
• 11 A.M.

Which person is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia?

• Alyssa
• Ranjan
• Carla
• Rick