Study Guide Review Govt.-Final Assessment

What is the BEST title for this diagram?

_______________?______________

2/3 vote of both houses → 3/4 vote of the States

of Congress

• Signing a Bill Into a Law

• Confirming Executive Appointments

• Amending the U.S. Constitution

• Nominating U.S. Supreme Court Justices

Which action correctly demonstrates a check on the authority of the executive branch?

• a ruling by the judicial branch that overrides an action of the president’s Cabinet

• a Supreme Court nominee being approved by a majority of state governors

• a two-thirds vote by both houses of Congress that overrides a presidential veto

• a majority of state legislature votes that reverses a federal mandate

The idea that government is BEST able to protect the liberty of its citizens through the creation of three branches of government all with their own unique powers that can be checked by the other branches is called _______.

• limited government.

• separation of powers.

• rule of law.

• popular sovereignty.

Since 9/11, the federal government has increased security at major airports, large venues, and federal buildings. Of the six purposes stated in the Preamble of the United States Constitution, which of the following is MOST closely related to this example?

• “insure domestic Tranquility”

• “to establish Justice”

• “to secure the Blessings of Liberty”

• “promote the general Welfare”

What was one argument against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?

• It lacked a strong executive branch.

• It lacked a bill of rights.

• It granted states too much power.

• It included a system of checks and balances.

Which of the powers of government listed is the responsibility of state government?

• declare war and make peace

• manage foreign affairs

• coin money

• establish schools

What document protects the freedoms of American citizens?

• Mayflower Compact

• Declaration of Independence

• Missouri Compromise

• Constitution

What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

• Bill of Rights

• Preamble

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles

Which phrase BEST explains why the Founding Fathers made it difficult to amend the U.S. Constitution?

• to avoid standard legislative obstacles

• to protect against rule by a small majority

• to restrict the influence of political leaders

• to ensure that proposed changes are extensive

Based on the U.S. Constitution, which action is the responsibility of the federal government?

• regulating the trade that occurs across state lines

• enforcing the inspection of automobiles to meet safety standards

• levying property taxes for the purpose of public education

• limiting certain types of businesses through zoning laws