Understanding Civil Liberties and Rights

Which of the following best defines civil liberties?

• Protections against government actions

• Rights guaranteed by the government

• Rights that are only applicable during wartime

• Laws that promote equality among citizens

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 primarily aimed to:

• Protect the freedom of speech

• Ensure equal protection under the law for all citizens

• Limit the power of the federal government

• Establish the right to vote for women

The concept of due process of law is primarily found in which amendments?

• 1st and 2nd

• 5th and 14th

• 10th and 15th

• 18th and 19th

Which amendment extended the right to vote to women?

• 15th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 24th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

Impeachment is defined as:

• A process to elect a new president

• A formal accusation against a federal official

• A method to change the Constitution

• A way to pass new laws

Which of the following is NOT a formal qualification for the presidency as outlined in the Constitution?

• Must be at least 35 years old

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• Must have prior military experience

• Must have lived in the U.S. for at least 14 years

Informal qualifications for the presidency often include:

• Political experience and charisma

• Age and gender

• Height and weight

• Educational background only

The line of succession to the presidency is outlined in which amendment?

• 12th Amendment

• 20th Amendment

• 22nd Amendment

• 25th Amendment

The Electoral College is responsible for:

• Directly electing members of Congress

• Electing the President and Vice President

• Appointing federal judges

• Overseeing state elections

Which role of the President involves being the head of the armed forces?

• Chief Executive

• Commander in Chief

• Chief Diplomat

• Chief Agenda Setter