Yearly Review

The first form of national government that created a weak central government was the?

• Magna Carta

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

• Constitution of the United States

Answer explanation

ABC-Articles Before Constitution

Also, Articles sucked

The Preamble to the Constitution of the United States describes the - 

• separation of church and state.

• goals and purposes of the government.

• responsibilities of the founding fathers.

• fundamental principles for making laws.

All would be included in the graphic organizer except - 

• monitor actions of office holders

• nominate candidates

• establish a platform

• amend the Constitution

Which of the following descriptions does NOT describe the Declaration of Independence?

• stated grievances against the king of Great Britain

• declared the colonies’ independence from Great Britain

• Established the first form of National government?

• affirmed “certain unalienable rights” (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness)

Which of the following is NOT something the US Constitution does?

• established the structure of the United States government

• affirmed “certain unalienable rights” (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness)

• affirmed individual worth and dignity of all people

• protected the fundamental freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

What is NOT true about the Amendment process for the United States Constitution?

• its very comples

• Amendments must be proposed by a Congressman

• It has to be ratified by the voters

• it has to be ratified by the states

Answer explanation

Tip: In VIRGINIA the VOTERS Vote to ratify

in the United STATES the STATES ratify

If someone wishes to be a United States citizen what are the options they have

• A. be a citizen by birth

• B. pay the citizenship cost

• C. get naturalized

• D. Both A and C are correct

What amendment defines citizenship, as well as guarantees due process for the state and local governments?

• 1st

• 5th

• 10th

• 14th

Answer explanation

Tip: Fifth= Federal government

What amendment outlines due process of the federal government?

• 1st

• 5th

• 10th

• 14th

What best completes the text box?

• Register and vote

• Hold elective office

• Serve in the armed forces if called

• Participate in political campaigns

Answer explanation

Tip: You have to DO your DUTIES