AG Final Exam Study Guide Multiple Choice

What does the Declaration of Independence assert as the Right of the People when a government becomes destructive of its ends?

• Right to protest

• Right to alter or abolish it

• Right to secession

• Right to passive resistance

Answer explanation

The Declaration of Independence asserts the right of the people to alter or abolish a government when it becomes destructive of its ends.

What are the qualifications for a U.S. President according to Article II of the Constitution?

• 25 years old, Natural-born U.S. citizen, Residency in the U.S. for 10 consecutive years

• 35 years old, Natural-born U.S. citizen, Residency in the U.S. for 14 consecutive years

• 30 years old, Naturalized U.S. citizen, Residency in the U.S. for 12 consecutive years

• 40 years old, Born outside the U.S., Residency in the U.S. for 15 consecutive years

Answer explanation

According to Article II of the Constitution, the qualifications for a U.S. President are being 35 years old, a natural-born U.S. citizen, and having residency in the U.S. for 14 consecutive years.

What is the main form of democracy in the United States?

• Direct Democracy

• Representative Democracy

• Participatory Democracy

• Authoritarian Democracy

Answer explanation

The main form of democracy in the United States is Representative Democracy, where citizens elect representatives to make decisions on their behalf.

Which of the following is a LEGAL way for American citizens to participate in a democratic system?

• Hacking into political databases

• Vigilante justice

• Donating large sums of money to political parties and PACs

• Vigilantism

Answer explanation

Donating money to political parties and PACs is a legal way for American citizens to participate in a democratic system.

What is the term for a preliminary election in which voters of each party nominate candidates for office?

• General Election

• Runoff Election

• Caucus

• Primary

Answer explanation

A primary is a preliminary election where voters nominate candidates for office. It is the term for this process.

What is the primary goal of political parties?

• Promoting specific ideologies

• Winning elections

• Advocating for political reform

• Maintaining social harmony

Answer explanation

The primary goal of political parties is to win elections.

What is the power of the courts to declare an action or law unconstitutional known as?

• Executive Review

• Legislative Oversight

• Judicial Review

• Constitutional Examination

Answer explanation

The power of the courts to declare an action or law unconstitutional is known as Judicial Review. It ensures the constitutionality of laws and highlights the correct choice.

What is the term for relying on past decisions to establish decisions on new cases in court rulings?

• Legal Precedent

• Historical Referencing

• Precedent Analysis

• Judicial Precedent

Answer explanation

Legal Precedent is the term for relying on past decisions to establish decisions on new cases in court rulings.

What is the process called when a person is named to take a seat on federal courts, selected by the President?

• Nomination

• Confirmation

• Appointment

• Induction

Answer explanation

The process of selecting a person to take a seat on federal courts, chosen by the President, is called appointment. It is the correct choice.

What is the basic purpose of the President's Cabinet?

• Implementing policies

• Formulating laws

• Giving expert advice to the President on current issues

• Advising Congress on international affairs

Answer explanation

The basic purpose of the President's Cabinet is to give expert advice to the President on current issues.