Foundations of Government

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

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which goal of the US Constitution is illustrated by this cartoon?

• form a union

• provide for the common defense

• establish justice

• ensure domestic peace

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• national problems caused by outdated laws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

Why have only 27 Amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States?

• 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

Which phrase completes this diagram?

• state population

• the number of political districts

• voter registration

• the number of state senators

This action is a 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 judicial review?

• Dred Scott v. Sanford

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Plessy v. Fergeson

• Marbury v. Madison

The principle of federalism gives government 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

• Charter of the Virginia Company

• United States Constitution