Topic 2 Lesson 6 Vocabulary Quiz

What is the definition of federalism?

• A system in which power is concentrated in a central authority

• A system in which power is divided among the people

• A system in which power is held by a single political party

• A system in which power is divided between the federal government and the states.

What does it mean to ratify something?

• Reject or deny

• Ignore or overlook

• Modify or change

• Formally approve or accept

What is the definition of amend?

• To argue against somone or something

• Make changes or revisions to something

• Add new content or information

• Delete or remove something

What is the Bill of Rights?

• The Bill of Rights is a historical document that was written by the Founding Fathers of the United States.

• The Bill of Rights is a document that outlines the rights and responsibilities of citizens in a democratic society.

• The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution.

• The Bill of Rights is a set of laws that protect the rights of individuals against government interference.

What does it mean for something to be civil?

• Behaving in a polite and respectful manner towards others.

• Relating to a community of people and their government.

• Being rude and ignoring others.

• Relating to criminal activity

What does it mean for something to be constitutional?

• It means that it is in accordance with the principles and rules set forth in the Bible.

• It means that it is in accordance with the principles and rules set forth in the Declaration of Independence.

• It means that it is in accordance with the principles and rules set forth in the Bill of Rights.

• It means that it is in accordance with the principles and rules set forth in the constitution of a country.

What does it mean for something to infringe?

• To agree

• To ignore

• To give permission

• To restrict

What does it mean for something to incriminate?

• To provide evidence of guilt or involvement in a crime.

• To establish an alibi or provide an excuse.

• To reveal personal information.

• To prove innocence or lack of involvement in a crime.

Which term refers to the process of amending the Constitution?

• expanding

• changing

• revising

• deleting

Which term refers to the process of ratifying a law?

• repeal

• approval

• enactment

• amendment