Civics and Economics Review VA SoL 7th Grade

What are the fundamental political principles of the United States government?

• The power of the government comes from the people.

• The government has absolute power over the people.

• The government is ruled by a single individual.

• The government's power is derived from a divine right.

How can the Constitution of the United States be amended?

• By a unanimous vote in Congress.

• By a referendum among all citizens.

• By a two-thirds vote in Congress and ratification by three-fourths of the states.

• By a presidential decree.

Which document served as a model for the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of the United States of America?

• Declaration of Independence

• Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom

• Articles of Confederation

• Virginia Declaration of Rights

What are two ways of obtaining U.S. citizenship?

• Birth and naturalization

• Marriage and employment

• Education and military service

• Investment and property ownership

Which amendment to the Constitution of the United States guarantees freedom of speech?

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

What is a basic responsibility of citizenship in the United States?

• To pay taxes

• To serve in the armed forces

• To vote in elections

• All of the above

What is one way that citizens can participate in community service?

• Volunteering to support overseas activities

• Engaging in community improvement projects

• Running for political office

• Watching political debates

Which of the following is a function of political parties?

• Monitoring candidates once elected

• Providing military support

• Regulating trade agreements

• Designing public infrastructure

What characterizes a two-party system?

• Multiple parties have equal representation

• One party dominates the political process

• Two major parties dominate the political scene

• Any party can win elections regardless of size

What role do third parties play in the political process?

• They introduce new ideas or press for a particular issue

• They organize to win elections

• They reflect both liberal and conservative views

• They define roles in ways that win majority support by appealing to political center