American Government Quiz

In what ways does the current American legal system differ from that of the classical civilizations? In answering, choose two classical systems for contrasting: Greece, Rome, China or India.

According to Locke, what can the people do when their government acts against them?

• They can run for elected office.

• They can vote for new legislators.

• They can disregard government laws.

• They can destroy government property.

The ideas of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness were inspired by the work of

Which statement best describes these rights?

• They are unalienable.

• They are invoked in specific situations.

• They are granted by governments.

• They are defined by local custom.

The Preamble expands on which idea found in the Declaration of Independence?

• that all men are created equal

• that people may throw off unjust governments

• that people establish governments to protect their rights

• that England had not acted in the best interest of the colonies

What best identifies a similar principle as it appears in the United States government?

• the separation of powers as designed in the Constitution

• due process protections as provided for in the Bill of Rights

• judicial review as established in the Marbury v. Madison decision

• the belief in human equality as stated in the Declaration of Independence

The countries in this list are all examples of which type of government?

• oligarchy

• democracy

• monarchy

• theocracy

Which activity of Canadian citizens is connected with the responsibility described in the information?

• serving on a jury

• voting in elections

• avoiding pollution

• volunteering at a food bank

Governments use tax revenue from individuals and businesses to provide —

• for business expansion and increased consumption

• public goods and services

• profits to buy more resources

• income to purchase products

Taxes a resident pays to the government provide for which services?

• Cable TV

• Restaurants

• Public schools

• Roads

• Police