Understanding Public Policy and Government

Which branch of government can call a law or executive order unconstitutional?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

The Virginia General Assembly gets its powers from which document?

• Virginia Constitution

• United States Constitution

• Declaration of Independence

• Bill of Rights

How many electoral votes does a presidential candidate need to win the Electoral College?

• 250

• 270

• 300

• 350

What is the Virginia court called that deals with large civic claims and felony cases?

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

• Family Court

List some responsibilities often given to the local government by their state.

• Running of local schools

• Managing state highways

• Overseeing federal elections

• Regulating international trade

What is lobbying?

• communicating with government officials to persuade them to vote for or against a bill

• a method of public protest against government policies

• a process of gathering public support for a political candidate

• a technique used to influence public opinion through media

Can you vote if you are not a U.S. citizen?

• Yes, you can vote if you are not a U.S. citizen.

• No, you cannot vote if you are not a U.S. citizen.

• Only if you have a green card.

• Yes, but only in local elections.

What is the Virginia court called that deals with small claims, domestic and juvenile cases, as well as misdemeanors?

• Circuit Court

• District Court

• Supreme Court

• Family Court

Having three branches of government helps to create a system of...

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism

• Judicial Review

Which amendment defines citizenship?

• 1st

• 5th

• 10th

• 14th