Unit 1 Review - Civics and Government

Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed by due process?

• trial by jury

• know the charges against you

• free medical care

• fair and speedy trial

Which of the following is a civic responsibility?

• freedom of speech

• right to bear arms

• paying taxes

• going to church

What document protects the rights of US citizens and sets up the plan for our government?

• Magna Carta

• Articles of Confederation

• Declaration of Independence

• US Constitution

How many amendments are there to the Constitution?

• 27

• 10

• 450

• 39

Amendments are proposed by a 2/3rds vote of

• House of Representatives

• Senate

• House of Representatives AND Senate

• states

Amendments must be ratified by a __________ vote by state legislatures.

• 2/3

• 1/4

• 3/4

• 1/2

It is difficult to amend the constitution because the framers wanted to make sure

• changes were only made when absolutely necessary.

• hardly anyone got a say.

• no one ever changed the Constitution.

• the President got all the say.

Which of these are responsibilities of U.S citizens? Choose THREE of the following.

• pay taxes

• make speeches

• carry weapons

• serve on a jury

• obey laws

Why is following the law a responsibility of good citizens?

• Breaking the law can result in punishment.

• The U.S. Congress passes laws for citizens.

• Following the law helps keep everyone safe.

• Anyone who does not follow the law cannot vote.

Which of the following services are paid for by taxes collected from residents?

• banks and private businesses

• delivery services, taxis, and the postal service

• the growing and shipping of food from farms

• roads, schools, hospitals, and parks