Unit 3 Rights & Responsibilities Assessment

Which amendment guarantees the freedom of speech?

• The First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

What is the main purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To limit the powers of the state governments
• To list the powers of the federal government
• To list & protect individual rights and freedoms
• To outline the structure of the federal government

What is gerrymandering?

• The process of voting in a new government
• The drawing of electoral district boundaries to benefit a specific political party
• The redistribution of seats in the House of Representatives
• The amendment process for the Constitution

Which government level is responsible for public education?

• Local government
• Federal government
• State government
• International organizations

What does reapportionment involve?

• Redrawing state boundaries

• Reassigning House of Representatives seats based on population changes

• Electing new senators

• Impeaching a president

What is a common barrier for citizens to participate in government?

• High voter turnout

• Access to polling places

• Online voting systems

• None of the above

What does federalism refer to?

• The separation of powers between the branches of government

• The division of power between national and state governments

• The rights reserved to the states

• The power of the judicial branch to interpret laws

Which of the following is a right protected by the Bill of Rights?

• The right to a speedy and public trial

• The right to vote

• The right to education

• The right to drive

What led to the creation of the Bill of Rights?

• The Articles of Confederation

• The need to limit the power of the executive branch

• The Anti-Federalists' demand for protection of individual liberties

• The expansion of the United States territory

How can citizens participate in local government?

• Running for President

• Voting in local elections

• Serving in the military

• Writing a U.S. Supreme Court opinion