Q2 9 Week Exam Practice

This diagram shows the steps in selecting a juror. Which statement completes this diagram?

• The jury pool listens to arguments and delivers a verdict.

• Attorneys narrow the jury pool through the voir dire process.

• Attorneys identify a foreperson to speak on behalf of the jury pool.

• The jury pool meets with court clerks to determine any biases that would affect the trial.

Which of the following is a responsibility of a grand jury?

• hear evidence presented during a trial

• decide on a verdict at the end of a trial

• determine criminal sentencing after a trial

• consider whether evidence warrants holding a trial

Which two political parties take an active role in shaping U.S. public policy today?

• Democratic and Republican

• Democratic and Libertarian

• Socialist and Republican

• Socialist and Libertarian

This diagram shows steps in the election process at the national level. Which statement best completes this diagram?

• Political parties hold midterm elections.

• The winner of the political debates takes the oath of office.

• Primary elections are held to narrow down the candidates.

• State legislatures cast votes to determine who will appear on the ballot.

Which of the following correctly identifies a constitutional qualification to serve as president of the United States?

• at least 25 years old

• at least 30 years old

• at least 35 years old

• at least 40 years old

According to the biographical information, for which reason is Candidate A NOT qualified to run for governor of Florida?

• Candidate A is not old enough.

• Candidate A was not born in Florida.

• Candidate A does not have a law degree.

• Candidate A has not lived in Florida long enough.

Which branch of the national government makes laws?

• bureaucracy

• legislative

• executive

• judicial

This newspaper headline describes an event in U.S. history. Which part of the national government initiated the process described in this newspaper headline?

• Senate

• Vice President

• Supreme Court

• House of Representatives

Which group makes up the structure of the executive branch?

• Speaker of the House, President Pro Tempore, committees, Cabinet

• president, chief justice, President Pro Tempore, representatives

• president, vice president, Cabinet, administrative agencies

• Speaker of the House, justices, vice president, senators

This diagram provides details about processes carried out by the executive branch at the national level of government. Which option best completes this diagram?

• Fund the armed forces

• Draft bills to become laws

• Make Cabinet appointments

• Advise Supreme Court justices