Civics SOL Practice Problems

Which action will the government take when it needs more money?

• Hold elections

• Lower prices

• Increase taxes

• Hire workers

Which statement best expresses the principle of "consent of the governed"?

• The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year.

• All Bills for raising revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives.

• We the People of the United States... establish this Constitution.

• No person except a natural born Citizen... shall be eligible to the Office of President.

Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States in more than 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.

"We, the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect union..."

• Constitution of the United States, 1787

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• national problems caused by outdated laws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.

In the House of Representatives number of members is based on ____________________.

• state population

• the number of political districts

• voter registration

• the number of state senators

A Presidential Veto is one way the president can influence-

• judicial review

• foreign affairs

• international trade

• national policies

Which branch of government has the power to declare Virginia laws unconstitutional?

• State judicial branch

• Federal executive branch

• State executive branch

• Federal legislative branch

In which court case did the United States Supreme Court establish the power of judicial review?

• Dred Scott v. Sandford

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Marbury v. Madison

• Plessy v. Ferguson