Gov Review

Which statement most accurately describes federalism?

• The judicial branch of government has more power than the other two branches.

• The president and vice president divide executive power.

• Power is divided between the national government and the states.

• Power is shared between the two houses of Congress.

What is a principle of government that is stated in the Preamble to the United States Constitution?

• Federal laws must be subject to state approval.

• The power of government comes from the people.

• The right to bear arms shall not be infringed.

• All men and women are created equal.

Which feature of the United States Constitution was included to address the concern expressed by James Madison?

• electoral college

• separation of powers

• Bill of Rights

• amendment process

The elastic clause of the United States Constitution gives Congress the power to:

• "make rules for the government and regulation of the land and naval forces;"

• "regulate commerce with foreign nations, and among the several states, and with the Indian tribes;"

• "lay and collect taxes, duties, imports and excises;"

• "make all laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into execution the foregoing powers;"

Which action is an example of the system of checks and balances?

• An individual pays both a state and a federal income tax.

• New York State requires at least 180 school days per year.

• The House of Representatives votes to expel one of its members.

• The Senate approves a president’s nominee to the Supreme Court.

Which statement about the electoral college system is accurate?

• The number of electoral votes a state receives is based on its geographic size.

• A candidate can be elected president without the majority of the popular vote.

• Presidential candidates are forced to campaign equally in every state.

• The total number of electoral votes has increased with each census.

Which two groups debated the ratification of the new Constitution?

• Federalists and revolutionaries

• loyalists and AntiFederalists

• Democratic Party and Whig Party

• executive branch and judicial branch

The amendment process was included in the Constitution to:

• allow for change over time

• expand the powers of the president

• expand the powers of Congress

• limit the authority of the United States Supreme Court

Which situation best illustrates the practice of lobbying?

• Congress decides to reduce the number of military bases in California.

• A law is passed to increase federal funding for public schools.

• A group influences Congress to pass a law benefiting their industry.

• The president vetoes a bill that would increase taxes.

A major purpose of the president’s cabinet is to

• offer advice on important issues

• nominate ambassadors

• conduct impeachment trials

• regulate the amount of money in circulation