Environmental Awareness Quiz

Which governmental department is the best choice to contact about the Polluted Lake?

• the Natural Resources Department that directs and manages the natural resources of state land

• the Fish and Game Department that issues and manages hunting licenses to preserve the state’s wildlife

• the Agriculture Department that protects food production by promoting a healthy environment for agriculture

• the Environmental Quality Department that helps protect human health by preserving a healthy local environment

What is the best way to influence change in the political process?

• write a letter to the park rangers

• organize group trips to wetland areas

• apply for grants to fund cleanup efforts

• petition politicians to act to save the wetlands

As citizens, it's crucial to understand the pillars of our legal system and the agencies tasked with upholding justice at the federal level. So, who stands as the guardian of the law in our nation's highest echelons? Which agency bears the responsibility of enforcing federal law?

• United States Department of Labor

• United States Department of Justice

• United States Department of Agriculture

• United States Department of Homeland Security

Imagine you are a farmer seeking assistance with crop rotation strategies. Which government agency would you contact for information and support regarding farming practices, rural economic development, and food safety?

• United States Department of Labor

• United States Department of Justice

• United States Department of Agriculture

• United States Department of Homeland Security

How do election processes differ between California and the United States federal government?

• California does not conduct direct elections at all.

• In California, members of the judiciary are directly elected by the public.

• In California, the head of the executive branch is directly elected by the public.

• The head of executive are directly elected by the public.

Imagine you are preparing for a United States citizenship test and you come across a section focusing on the Constitution. Specifically, you are studying Article 2, Section 1, Clause 5. This clause outlines the qualifications for what United States political position?

• Senator

• President

• Representative

• Supreme Court Justice

What are the requirements to run for House of Representatives

• U.S. citizen for at least 7 years, live in the state, be 25 years old

• only born US citizen can become a House of Representatives

• U.S. citizen for 14 years, be 35 years old, live in the state

• qualifications to run for Senate

In the heart of Virginia, the Department of Transportation unveils an ambitious plan: to forge a seamless link between two major routes, bridging communities and enhancing connectivity. Engineers meticulously draft blueprints, envisioning elevated highways and sleek overpasses weaving through verdant landscapes. Public forums buzz with anticipation as citizens eagerly discuss the project's potential benefits and concerns. Lana decides to share her thoughts on the issue because it will affect the road near her house. In which way will Lana influence public policy in Virginia?

• direct participation in public meetings

• service on commissions and boards

• advocacy within the community

• membership in interest groups

In the bustling halls of the Capitol, tension mounts as the Electoral College convenes to cast their votes. With the nation's eyes fixed upon them, electors deliberate the outcome of a fiercely contested election. Each vote carries the weight of millions, as they navigate the intricate web of state laws and political allegiances. Who are they going to vote for?

• The group that chooses senators.

• A school of government for politicians.

• The group of people are casting their vote to officially elect the President and Vice President.

• A group that monitors the members of the House of Representatives.

After a heavy storm, a local road has been damaged. Which local government agency should be contacted to fix the road?

• health department

• utilities department

• sanitation department

• public works department