ESOL GOVT BM1 Review

Which of the following best describes the system of government in the United States?

• A promise that certain things will be done or fulfilled

• A system of government where a king or queen makes most decisions.

• To reject a decision or a proposal

• A system of government where all the eligible citizens vote to make decisions, typically through elected representatives.

What does the term "Monarchy" refer to?

• A promise that certain things will be done or fulfilled

• A system of government where a king or queen makes most decisions.

• To reject a decision or a proposal

• A person that is chosen to represent others

During a legislative session, if the President decides not to approve a bill passed by both houses of Congress, what is this action called?

• Signing a decree

• Enacting a royal prerogative

• Vetoing the bill

• Nominating a representative

In a software development team, what is the role of a person designated as a "Delegate" during a project meeting?

• A promise that certain things will be done or fulfilled

• A system of government where a king or queen makes most decisions.

• To reject a decision or a proposal

• A person that is chosen to represent others

When purchasing a new smartphone, what does the term "Guarantee" imply?

• A promise that certain features or functionalities will work as advertised

• A system by which the smartphone is governed and its software updates are decided.

• To reject the smartphone based on its performance or features

• A person that is chosen to represent the brand or model of the smartphone

How many representatives are in the House of Representatives?

• 100

• 435

• 525

• 535

Imagine you are a teacher explaining the structure of the U.S. Congress to your students. You ask, 'How many Senators are there in the United States?'

• 50

• 435

• 75

• 100

Among the following, which is NOT considered a civic duty?

• Registering for Selective Service

• Voting

• Serving on a jury when summoned

• Paying taxes

______ The following are all examples of civic responsibilities EXCEPT:

• Staying informed about local issues

• Voting in national elections

• Helping a neighbor in need

• Paying income taxes

In the United States, what is the form of government?

• Citizens vote directly on all laws

• Citizens elect representatives to draft and vote on laws

• Citizens have no say in the law-making process

• Citizens elect a king/queen to pass laws on their own