Washington Monument (3.5, 3.12, 3.13)

How does the process for amending the Constitution of Florida compare to that of amending the U.S. Constitution? (3.12)

• it is more difficult to amend the Florida constitution

• it is more difficult to amend the U.S. Constitution

• The Florida constitution and the U.S. Constitution follow the exact same procedures for amendment

• The U.S. Constitution has fewer steps in adding an amendment

What is an obligation owed by local governments to their citizens? (3.13)

• the operation of public school districts

• the establishment of statewide curricular requirements

• the provision of professional certification requirements for teachers

• the setting of national economic policies to promote full employment

Which of the following is a service provided by state government? (3.13)

• enforcing local building codes

• operating police and fire departments

• conducting diplomacy with foreign leaders

• establishing high school graduation requirements

Which statement identifies a basic similarity between the U.S. and Florida Constitutions? (3.12)

• Both have a preamble, articles, and amendments

• Both prohibit the collection of personal income taxes

• Both provide details on the qualifications for voting in elections

• Both have detailed provisions on public education and local government

Which goal identifies one of the main purposes of a constitution? (3.12)

• to limit government authority

• to raise money for government officials

• to make it more difficult to pass new laws

• the prevent citizens from interfering with the government

Which government(s) provide garage collection services to homes and businesses? (3.13)

• National government

• National and State government

• County and Municipal governments

• National, State, and Municipal governments

Which levels of government establish and implement educational requirements for minors? (3.13)

• National

• State

• County and Municipal

• National, State, and Municipal

Which provision is found in the Florida Constitution but not the United States Constitution? (3.12)

• English is the official language

• The people are the source of government authority

• The executive can veto bills passed by the legislature

• The powers of government are separated into three branches

What is usually the first step in amending the U.S. Constitution? (3.5)

• Three-fourths of the state legislatures propose the amendment

• Two-thirds of the each house of Congress propose the amendment

• Conventions in three-fourths of the states propose the amendment

• The President, after consulting with the U.S. Supreme Court, proposes the amendment

What is the most common way for an amendment to the U.S. Constitution to be ratified? (3.5)

• Two-thirds of the states hold a constitutional convention

• Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment

• The President of the United States approves the amendment

• Three-fourths of both houses of Congress ratify the amendment