Civics Benchmark Review

Which fundamental principle is represented by the statement "We the People"?

• Consent of the Governed

• Rule of Law

• Federalism

• Limited Government

Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States in 200 years?

• Changes in society are too small to require amendment

• National laws limit the number of amendments

• The process of adding amendments is very complex

• The courts strike down many amendments

The phrase in the Constitutions, "in order to form a more perfect union..." best refers to the ---

• national problems caused by outdated laws

• weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation

• failed policies made by foreign officials

• grievances in the Declaration of Independence

A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by ---

• paying income tax

• serving in the military

• obeying the state law

• serving on a jury

Why is community service important in a democratic nation?

• it lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers

• it addresses local needs and serves the public good

• it helps businesses find and train new employees

• it removes the national government's duty to improve society

Number of members in the House of Representatives is based on --

• state population

• the number of state senators

• voter registration

• the number of political districts

This action is one way the president can influence --

• national policies

• judicial reviews

• foreign affairs

• international trade

Which branch of government has the power to declare Virginia laws unconstitutional?

• State judicial branch

• Federal executive branch

• Federal legislative branch

• State executive branch

Which executive power is being demonstrated in this drawing?

• Power to influence legislation

• Ability to veto legislation

• Ability to change judicial decisions

• Power to approve cabinet members

In which court case did the United States Supreme Court establish the power of judicial review?

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Marbury v. Madison

• Dred Scott v. Sandford

• Plessy v. Ferguson