Structure and Origins of Government 2

Which principle from the Declaration of Independence emphasizes that people are born with inherent rights that cannot be taken away?

• Judicial review

• Social contract

• Popular sovereignty

• Natural rights

How did the Constitution resolve the issue of the federal government being too weak under the Articles of Confederation?

• By allowing states to maintain their own militias

• By establishing a bicameral legislature and a stronger executive branch

• By eliminating the power of Congress to regulate commerce

• By making the presidency a lifelong position

What does the separation of powers in the U.S. Constitution achieve?

• It divides power among the federal and state governments

• It ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful

• It gives the President control over the military

• It guarantees the states equal representation in Congress

Which of the following is an example of checks and balances in the U.S. government?

• The President appoints senators

• The Supreme Court can declare laws unconstitutional

• Congress can veto the President's executive orders

• The states have authority to override federal court decisions

How does federalism structure power in the United States?

• It gives more power to the national government than to the states

• It divides power between the national government and the states

• It consolidates all governmental powers at the state level

• It allows local governments to operate independently of the federal system

What is the formal process for amending the U.S. Constitution?

• A national referendum is held, and a majority vote decides

• Two-thirds of Congress and three-fourths of the states must approve

• The President can amend it with executive orders

• The Supreme Court can propose amendments directly

Why is the amendment process necessary in a constitutional government?

• It allows for changes to outdated laws and adapts the Constitution to modern needs

• It ensures that the President can make decisions without Congress

• It lets states pass new laws on their own

• It allows Congress to increase its own power when needed

Which of the following rights is protected by the First Amendment?

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom of religion

• The right to a trial by jury

• Protection from unreasonable searches

How does the Constitution establish judicial review?

• By allowing the states to invalidate federal laws

• By giving the Supreme Court the power to declare laws unconstitutional

• By granting Congress the ability to remove justices

• By letting the President override court decisions

What does the concept of popular sovereignty in the Declaration of Independence state?

• The government derives its power from the people

• The monarchy has ultimate authority

• The military controls the government

• The Supreme Court makes final decisions on all laws