Practice for SOL Survivor Quiz #17

Which is NOT one of the goals of the government listed in the Preamble?

• Defense and Union

• Justice and Liberty

• Taxes and Education

• Tranquility and Welfare

What is the easiest and most important way to participate in our democracy?

• Campaigning

• Voting

• Demonstrating

Who influences public policy by identifying issues, making political contributions, and lobbying government officials?

• Legislators

• Ambassadors

• Interest groups

What amendment passed during the Civil Rights Movement banned the poll tax?

• 19th Amendment

• 23rd Amendment

• 24th Amendment

What do cabinet departments, agencies, and regulatory groups do?

• Chose members of Congress

• Impeach judges

• Help the President enforce the laws

What are local laws called?

• Regulations

• Rules

• Ordinances

The President sends the military to help free hostages being held by terrorists. What role is this?

• Chief Legislator

• Commander-in-Chief

• Chief Diplomat

The Governor proposes laws to the General Assembly during the State of the Commonwealth address.  What role is the Governor playing?

• Chief of State

• Chief Legislator

• Commander-in-Chief

Which is NOT a reason the U.S. trades with other countries?

• Buy goods at a lower cost

• Buy goods we cannot produce

• Increase wealth and create jobs

• To maintain world peace

Which is a FALSE statement about money?

• Money makes it easier to trade

• Money makes it easier to compare value

• Money makes it easier to save and invest

• Money makes it easier to talk to squirrels