Mission Possible day 8

1. SS.7.C.3.13 The following is an excerpt from the U.S. Constitution.

“This Constitution, and the Laws of the United States which shall be made in pursuance thereof; and all treaties made, or which shall be made, under the authority of the United States, shall be the supreme law of the land; and the judges in every state shall be bound thereby, anything in the constitution or laws of any state to the contrary notwithstanding.”

Based on the passage, which of the following statements is true?

• A. The U.S. Constitution can override Florida laws

• B. Laws in Florida can override the U.S. Constitution

• C. The U.S. Constitution must seek approval from a state to overturn state laws

• D. Laws created in Florida prior to the U.S. Constitution do not have to adhere to the U.S. Constitution

2. SS.7.C.2.8 In which of the following ways do modern Democrats differ from Republicans?

• A. Republicans tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Democrats

• B. Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Republicans

• C. Democrats tend to favor tax decreases, while Republicans tend to favor keeping tax rates the same

• D. Republicans tend to favor tax increases, while Democrats tend to favor keeping tax rates the same

3. SS.7.C.2.8 The main beliefs of a political party are summarized below:

• Absolute freedom of speech and religion

• End all restrictions on personal conduct not harmful to others

• Defense of property rights

• As little interference from government as possible

Which political party holds these views?

• A. Communist Party

• B. Libertarian Party

• C. Democratic Party

• D. Republican Party

4. SS.7.C.2.2 The information below lists examples of actions that citizens can take.

• Attending public meetings

• Helping neighbors after a storm

• Running for elected office

• Volunteering in the community

What will happen if a citizen does NOT perform these actions?

• A. The democracy will fail

• B. The common good will suffer

• C. The citizen will be charged with a crime

• D. The citizen will be fined

5. SS.7.C.2.8 The statement below if from a political party platform.

“We, the workers and our allies, need to take power from the hands of the wealthy few, their corporations, and their political operatives.”

What political party is most likely represented in this statement?

• A. Democratic

• B. Republican

• C. Socialist

• D. Communist

6. SS.7.C.3.13 What part of the Florida Constitution protects individual rights?

• A. Declaration of Rights

• B. Bill of Rights

• C. Amendments

• D. Preamble

7. SS.7.C.2.2 Which of the following provides an accurate example of a duty or a responsibility?

• A. Attending a public meeting is a duty because each community member is required to provide input

• B. Serving on a jury is a responsibility because jury members are U.S. citizens

• C. Petitioning the government is a responsibility because citizens can choose to voice their opinions

• D. Registering for selective service is an example of a responsibility because all U.S. citizens may be asked to serve

8. SS.7.C.2.8 Which statement reflects modern day Republican views on the role of government?

• A. Republicans favor less government, lower taxes, and greater personal freedom

• B. Republicans favor value-based government, affordable health care, and greater personal freedom

• C. Republicans favor themselves as the people’s party, helping the working classes and against monopoly capitalism

• D. Republicans favor more affordable health care, increased public funding for education, and an end to discrimination in all forms

9. SS.7.C.3.1 Julie lives in a country where no one individual has complete control. When her country needs to make policy decisions for the good of the population, all citizens are asked to attend a meeting to cast a vote. Which form of government is illustrated in this scenario?

• A. Autocracy

• B. Absolute Monarchy

• C. Oligarchy

• D. Direct Democracy

11. SS.7.C.3.13 The diagram below compares the process for amending the U.S. and Florida Constitutions.

Which sentence completes the diagram?

• A. The Speaker of the House approves the amendment

• B. Sixty percent (60%) of the citizens vote to approve the amendment

• C. A majority of the Florida Supreme Court Justices approve the amendment

• D. A majority of the members of the Governor’s Cabinet approve the amendment