Civic Literacy Quiz

What is the main function of government?

• Enforce religious beliefs and practices.

• Promote individual freedom and liberty.

• Collect taxes and distribute wealth.

• Provide governance and maintain law and order.

What is a responsibility of citizens in a democracy?

• Protest and demonstrate

• Vote and participate

• Pay taxes and obey laws

• Serve in the military

Which principle of the Constitution ensures that no one branch of government becomes too powerful?

• separation of powers

• limited government

• checks and balances

• federalism

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• executive branch

• judicial branch

• legislative branch

• administrative branch

What is the purpose of political parties?

• The purpose of political parties is to represent and advocate for the interests and beliefs of a specific group of people, to compete for political power, and to influence government policies and decisions.

• The purpose of political parties is to suppress the voices of minority groups and promote inequality.

• The purpose of political parties is to promote corruption and dishonesty in government.

• The purpose of political parties is to create division and conflict among the population.

Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to vote for all citizens?

• 10th Amendment

• 25th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 1st Amendment

What is the minimum age requirement to vote in the United States?

• 18

• 25

• 21

• 16

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• administrative branch

• legislative branch

• judicial branch

• executive branch

What is the term length for a member of the House of Representatives?

• 10 years

• 6 years

• 4 years

• 2 years

Which political party believes in smaller government and individual liberties?

• Libertarian Party

• Green Party

• Republican Party

• Democratic Party