Civics SGO Practice

What system was put in place to keep one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

• political parties

• checks and balances

• federalism

Maria puts an “I hate the President!” bumper sticker on her car. Which amendment protects Maria's freedom of speech?

• 4th Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 1st Amendment

Which branch of government reviews laws?

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

What are the first 10 amendments of the Constitution called?

• Civil Rights

• Bill of Rights

• Voting Rights

What are the two parts of Congress?

• Senate and House of Representatives

• House of Representatives and Executive Branch

• Supreme Court and President

How many Senators are there total?

• 100
• 200

• 50

How many Justices are on the Supreme Court?

• 5

• 7

• 9

Paying taxes and serving on a jury are examples of what?

• civic duty

• civic responsibility

• citizen power

Which amendment gives citizens the right to practice (or not practice) any religion?

• 7th Amendment

• 8th Amendment

• 1st Amendment

Who can both sign AND veto laws?

• Vice President

• President

• Speaker of the House