Coach Jumpstart Plus |Civics & Economics | Pretest

1. Which fundamental principle of American government is expressed in this quote?

• A. Rule of Law

• B. Natural equality

• C. Checks and Balances

• D. Consent of the Governed

2. The Articles of Confederation set up the nation's first --

• A. Military Alliance

• B. National Government

• C. Banking System

• D. Amendments to the Constitution

3. This headline reflects which goal of the Preamble to the Constitution?

• A. To form a more perfect union

• B. To establish justice

• C. To promote the general welfare

• D. To provide for the common defense

4. Amending the Constitution of Virginia requires ratification by the --

• A. Governor of Virginia

• B. United States Congress

• C. Voters of Virginia

• D. Supreme Court of the United States

5. How is this person planning to become a citizen of the United States?

• A. Through naturalization

• B. By petition

• C. Through community service

• D. By birth

6. Which freedom guaranteed in the 1st Amendment does this drawing represent?

• A. Freedom of Religion

• B. Freedom of the Press

• C. Freedom from unfair searches

• D. Freedom of assembly

7. Which of the following best completes the title of this list?

• A. Immigrants

• B. Government Officials

• C. Citizens

• D. Civic Volunteers

8. By taking part in this political campaign, Sara and Juan were --

• A. Demonstrating responsible citizenship

• B. Communicating with government officials

• C. Fulfilling a required civic duty

• D. Volunteering for a government position

9. Volunteering at a soup kitchen is an example of --

• A. A fundamental right

• B. A requirement for citizenship

• C. An obligation for all citizens

• D. An act of community service

10. This headline illustrates a power of which branch of government?

• A. Federal Judicial

• B. Federal Exectuvie

• C. State Legislative

• D. State Judicial