Chapter 8 Pre-Test

1. The introduction of the Constitution is called the ________.

• the Bill of Rights
• the Preamble
• an article
• a popular sovereignty

2. What right is guaranteed in the Bill of Rights?

• Freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
• the right for anyone to be a citizen
• the right of Congress to declare war
• the right for women to vote

3. Which amendment changed the voting age to 18 years old?

• the 5th amendment
• the 8th amendment
• the 14th amendment
• the 26th amendment

4. True or False: The Constitution is flexible and can be amended to meet the challenges of changing society.

• True
• False

5. True or False: The principle of federalism means that the federal, or national, government has all the governmental powers.

• True
• False

6. How many senators are in the US senate?

• 435
• 440
• 100
• 50

7. Which of the following is a duty of American citizens?

• going to church
• getting an education
• performing community service
• serving on a jury

8. A person who was born in another country can become an American citizen through a process known as _______________.

• duality
• naturalization
• due process
• equal protection

9. SELECT ALL 5 ANSWERS THAT APPLY: What are the duties and responsibilities that you have to follow as a US citizen?

• Pay taxes
• Sit on a jury
• Follow laws
• Vote
• Educate yourself on government

10. Which of the following is NOT a right that we get to enjoy as citizens?

• protection from unfair government actions
• the right to be treated equally with others
• the right to enjoy basic freedoms
• the right to a retirement fund