What does the phrase "We the People" from the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution signify?

Serves as an introduction to the U.S. Constitution (e.g., establishes the six goals and purposes of government).

Government focuses on the "public interest," which allows every state and citizen to benefit from what the government can provide.

Maintaining public order requires that the government follows the rule of law and treats the law as supreme.

Protect citizens from internal conflict. Internal conflict creates instability.

Which correction in the U.S. Constitution relates to the Articles of Confederation's weakness of having no national armed forces?

The Congress shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes...

The executive Power shall be vested in a President of the United States of America.

The Judicial Power of the United States, shall be vested in one supreme Court, and in such inferior Courts as the Congress may from time to time ordain and establish.

What is the purpose of the phrase "to form a more perfect union" in the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution?

To improve on the Articles of Confederation, the government in place at the time.

To ensure that the Constitution would not be "perfect," but "more perfect."

To present the goal of protecting citizens from external attacks.

To work to the people's benefit and not to their detriment for now and for future generations.

Match the limit on government power "Individual rights" with its correct description.

Rights guaranteed or belonging to a person.

The ability of each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches.

The idea that people accused of a crime still have individual rights, that the process of weighing their accused crimes must take place fairly, following an established standard, before they can lose either their life or freedom.

The idea that those who govern must also follow the same laws as everyone; no one is above the law.

Match the limit on government power "Rule of law" with its correct description.

The idea that those who govern must also follow the same laws as everyone; no one is above the law.

Rights guaranteed or belonging to a person.

The ability of each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches.

The idea that people accused of a crime still have individual rights, that the process of weighing their accused crimes must take place fairly, following an established standard, before they can lose either their life or freedom.

Match the limit on government power "Due process" with its correct description.

The idea that people accused of a crime still have individual rights, that the process of weighing their accused crimes must take place fairly, following an established standard, before they can lose either their life or freedom.

Rights guaranteed or belonging to a person.

The ability of each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches.

The idea that those who govern must also follow the same laws as everyone; no one is above the law.

Which statement supports the Anti-Federalists in the struggle over ratification of the U.S. Constitution? (L1)

The Constitution should limit state government.

The Constitution should protect fundamental rights.

The Constitution should create a strong national government.

The Constitution should prevent the election of amateur politicians.

Arnold Schwarzenegger is an Austrian immigrant who became a Naturalized U.S. citizen. He is currently the Governor of the state of California. When his term ends in three years he would like to run for President. Can Arnold run for President of the United States?

No, because he is not a natural-born citizen.

Yes, because he is a Naturalized U.S. citizen.

Yes, because he has served as a Governor.

No, because he has not lived in the U.S. long enough.

James Bond, a British citizen meets and falls in love with “Jinx”, an American citizen, while on a mission in North Korea. They get married and have a child while living in Korea. Will their child be a U.S citizen?

Yes, because one of the parents is an American citizen.

No, because the child was born in North Korea.

Yes, because the child can be naturalized.

No, because both parents need to be American citizens.

What did the rationing of goods during World War II illustrate? (L2)

A government-imposed limitation on individual rights.

The operation of the due process of law.

One of the checks and balances in the U.S. Constitution.

The broadening of the political process through an amendment.

Joe Smith was tried in state court a second time for the same crime, found guilty and sent to prison. Joe’s lawyer believes Joe has been wrongly imprisoned. What could the lawyer do? (L2)

Petition for a writ of habeas corpus.

Protest against an unfair ex post facto law.

Demand Joe’s due process rights.

Petition for a writ of certiorari.

What protects a citizen from being punished for an act that only became a crime after the act was committed? (L1)

The Constitution’s prohibition of ex post facto laws.

The right to petition for a writ of habeas corpus.

The unenumerated rights of the Ninth Amendment.

The powers reserved to citizens by the Tenth Amendment.

The statement from the U.S. Supreme Court below gives the rationale for a government-imposed limitation on individual rights. (L2)

The statement endorses the internment of citizens during wartime.

The statement refers to the U.S. government's power to limit speech during wartime.

The statement justifies the suspension of habeas corpus.

The statement supports the use of eminent domain.

Which right ensures the fair treatment of a citizen during court proceedings? (L1)

the right to peaceably assemble.

What are the qualifications to be eligible to run for President?

Must be a natural born Citizen, at least 35 years old, and have resided within the United States for 14 years

Must be a natural born Citizen, at least 30 years old, and have resided within the United States for 10 years

Must be a Citizen, at least 35 years old, and have resided within the United States for 14 years

Must be a natural born Citizen, at least 40 years old, and have resided within the United States for 20 years

What are the qualifications to be eligible to run for Representative in the House?

Must be at least 25 years old, a Citizen for 7 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

Must be at least 30 years old, a Citizen for 9 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

Must be at least 25 years old, a Citizen for 5 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

Must be at least 20 years old, a Citizen for 7 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

What are the qualifications to be eligible to run for Senator?

Must be at least 30 years old, a Citizen for 9 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

Must be at least 35 years old, a Citizen for 10 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

Must be at least 30 years old, a Citizen for 7 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

Must be at least 25 years old, a Citizen for 9 years, and an inhabitant of the state they represent

What are the qualifications to be eligible to run for Governor in Florida?

Must be elected, at least 30 years old, and a resident of the state for 7 years

Must be elected, at least 35 years old, and a resident of the state for 5 years

Must be elected, at least 30 years old, and a resident of the state for 5 years

What are the qualifications to be eligible to run for state legislator in Florida?

Must be at least 21 years old, a resident of the district for 2 years, and a legislator for 1 year

Must be at least 21 years old, a resident of the district for 2 years, and elected to the position

Must be at least 25 years old, a resident of the district for 2 years, and elected to the position

Must be at least 18 years old, a resident of the district for 1 year, and elected to the position

What two qualifications do all public offices in Volusia County have in common?

Must be a registered voter and a resident of the county for 2 years

Must be a registered voter and a resident of the county for 3 years

Must be a registered voter and a resident of the county for 1 year

Must be a registered voter and a resident of the county for 4 years

Why must members of the Florida Legislature be residents of the district they are elected to represent?

To promote familiarity with voter concerns

To guarantee responsibility for tax cuts

To ensure appropriate payment of taxes

To guarantee strong voter registration rates

What action could Luis and Isabelle take to address their concern about the lack of a crosswalk near their neighborhood?

Propose a plan at a city council meeting.

Send an email to their U.S. senator.

Hold a fundraiser to raise funds to make their own crosswalk.

Ask the local police chief to ban vehicles from this road during school hours.

To which level of government should John and Maria voice their concerns about the large number of stray pets often lost in their community?

The national level of government

The scientific level of government

Which statement describes a similarity between the state and the federal governments under the U.S. Constitution?

Both levels of government allow for the collection of taxes.

Both levels of government allow for the election of judges.

Both levels of government have the power to ratify treaties.

Both levels of government have the power to appoint ambassadors.

Which statement describes some powers of different levels of government?

The federal level issuing passports.

The federal level establishing a public education system.

The state level running emergency services.

The local level controlling voter registration.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which founding principle is being described in the excerpt from the U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 8: Powers of Congress?

Religious Liberty

Equality of mankind

Limited government

Rule of Law

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The excerpt from the U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 4, is about the impeachment of certain officials. Which founding principle does this relate to?

Due Process of Law

Natural rights

Rule of Law

Equality of mankind

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What founding principle is emphasized by the phrase "endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights" from the Declaration of Independence?

Natural rights

Religious Liberty

Equality of mankind

Limited government

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The First Amendment's protection against the establishment of religion pertains to which founding principle?

Religious Liberty

Due Process of Law

Rule of Law

Limited government

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Fourth Amendment's requirement for probable cause before searches and seizures is an example of which founding principle?

Due Process of Law

Natural rights

Equality of mankind

Limited government

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which foundational principle is reflected in the creation of three branches of government?

natural rights

social contract

separation of powers

consent of the governed

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Based on the passage from the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution, which foundational principle is being described?

social contract

natural rights

religious liberty

equality of mankind

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Founding Principles in U.S. Documents

Which founding principle is being described in the excerpt from the U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 8: Powers of Congress?

The excerpt from the U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 4, is about the impeachment of certain officials. Which founding principle does this relate to?

What founding principle is emphasized by the phrase "endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights" from the Declaration of Independence?

The First Amendment's protection against the establishment of religion pertains to which founding principle?

The Fourth Amendment's requirement for probable cause before searches and seizures is an example of which founding principle?

Which foundational principle is reflected in the creation of three branches of government?

Based on the passage from the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution, which foundational principle is being described?

Which document argued for a representative self-government and included ideas such as due process of law, limitation of government power, right to justice, and right to a fair trial?

Which document was written to convince American colonists to support independence from England and emphasized rights to life, liberty, and property without taxation without representation?

Which document is considered important because it provided the English people with a trial by jury for the first time and established consent of the governed and self-government in the colonies?

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