Semester 2 Unit 1 Pretest

How does the United States Constitution ensure freedom of conscience and religion?

• By establishing a national religion

• By allowing religious tests for public office

• By prohibiting government interference in religion

• By requiring all citizens to attend church services

What does the term "individual rights" refer to in a constitutional context?

• Rights given to the government

• Rights that can be taken away at any time

• Rights guaranteed to each person

• Rights of businesses

Which idea is central to the concept of limited government?

• Government can do whatever is necessary

• Powers are restricted by laws and constitutions

• Rulers have absolute power

• Citizens have no rights

What does due process of law guarantee?

• Unlimited government power

• Fair treatment through the legal system

• Automatic conviction of criminals

• Government control over all aspects of life

How do checks and balances work in the United States government?

• By allowing one branch to override all others

• By letting the judiciary make all decisions

• By ensuring no branch becomes too powerful

• By removing the legislative branch

Popular sovereignty means:

• The government can do whatever it wants

• Power comes from the people

• Kings and queens rule by divine right

• Only wealthy individuals can vote

How do national governments affect the everyday lives of people?

• By controlling global weather

• Through laws and regulations

An example of an individual right held under Article I of the Indiana Constitution is:

• Freedom of religion

• Right to a speedy trial

• Freedom from taxation

• Right to bear arms

Which right is guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United States Bill of Rights?

• Right to bear arms

• Freedom of speech

• Protection from quartering troops

• Right to a fair trial

What is a key principle stated in the Preamble to the United States Constitution?

• Unlimited government power

• Establish justice

• Absolute monarchy

• Economic equality