Government Test

The purpose of the Texas Constitution was to create a

• Government.
• School system
• Court System
• Congress

The Supreme Court is the highest part of which branch of government?

• Executive Branch
• Legislative Branch
• Municipal Branch
• Judicial Branch

Why are the powers of government divided into three branches?

• To make sure no branch received preferential treatment.
• To make sure no branch becomes too powerful.
• To make sure each branch had unlimited power.
• To make sure no branch was overworked.

Which Principle of Government states that all power comes from the people?

• Federalism
• Republicanism
• Checks and Balances
• Popular Sovereignty

What is principle of government involves state, federal, and local governments sharing power?

• Federalism
• Separation of Powers
• Republicanism
• Limited Government

The Texas Constitution protected the rights of citizens by including a

• Judicial Branch.
• Appeals process.
• Bill of Rights.
• School System.

Which of the following is a power held by the governor of Texas?

• Creating laws for Texas.
• Appointing certain state officials.
• Trying criminals in Texas.
• Figuring out the speed limit on Louetta Rd.

Why is the Freedom of speech and the press necessary to keep citizens informed?

• So that the citizens are not criticizing the government.
• So that citizens can protest new laws.
• So that Texas can make money taxing newspapers.
• So that citizens can freely discuss issues.

Why should people be allowed to gather at the Texas capitol to peacefully protest a law?

• It is a right protected by the Texas Bill of Rights .
• People should be allowed to follow the laws they choose.
• So the government doesn't become too powerful.
• It's the only way to get rid of unfair laws.

Which Principle of Government divides the government among 3 branches to prevent tyranny?

• Limited Government
• Republicanism
• Separation of Powers
• Checks and Balances