Gov_CA2 Review

Gov_CA2 Review

9th Grade

10 Qs

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Gov_CA2 Review

Gov_CA2 Review

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

9th Grade

Easy

Created by

Margaret McDonald

Used 17+ times

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Georgia have 14 members in the House of Representatives?

Georgia has 14 members based on its economic status.

Georgia has 14 members due to its geographical size.

Georgia has 14 members in the House of Representatives due to its population size.

Georgia has 14 members because of its historical significance.

Answer explanation

Georgia has 14 members in the House of Representatives due to its population size, which determines the number of representatives each state has based on the U.S. Census data.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Senate use checks and balances?

The Senate can veto legislation passed by the House.

The Senate has the power to dissolve the Supreme Court.

The Senate can directly appoint members of the executive branch.

The Senate checks the executive branch by approving appointments and treaties, and it balances power through impeachment trials.

Answer explanation

The correct choice highlights how the Senate checks the executive branch by approving appointments and treaties, and it balances power through impeachment trials, ensuring no branch becomes too powerful.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which branch of government carries out and enforces laws?

Judicial branch

Executive branch

Legislative branch

Local government

Answer explanation

The executive branch is responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws. It includes the President and various agencies that implement legislation passed by the legislative branch.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a qualification to be president of the United States?

Must have a college degree

Must be a natural-born citizen

Must have lived in the U.S. for 14 years

Must be at least 35 years old

Answer explanation

To be president of the United States, one must be a natural-born citizen, at least 35 years old, and have lived in the U.S. for 14 years. A college degree is not a requirement, making it the correct answer.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The authority of a court to hear a case for the first time is known as ________ .

concurrent jurisdiction

exclusive jurisdiction

appellate jurisdiction

original jurisdiction

Answer explanation

The authority of a court to hear a case for the first time is known as original jurisdiction. This term distinguishes it from appellate jurisdiction, which involves reviewing decisions made by lower courts.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who formally elects the President and Vice President of the United States?

The Senate

The Electoral College

The House of Representatives

The Supreme Court

Answer explanation

The President and Vice President of the United States are formally elected by the Electoral College, which consists of electors from each state who cast votes based on the popular vote in their state.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens at a national political convention?

Party leaders discuss international relations.

Candidates give speeches to the public.

Delegates vote on the party's logo and slogan.

Delegates nominate a presidential candidate and establish the party platform.

Answer explanation

At a national political convention, delegates nominate a presidential candidate and establish the party platform, which outlines the party's policies and goals for the upcoming election.

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