Unit 2 Test

What is the main significance of Federalist No. 51?

• It argues for the independence of the judiciary.

• It emphasizes the importance of separation of powers and checks and balances.

• It outlines the rights of the states.

• It discusses the need for a strong executive branch.

What does the Declaration of Independence signify?

• The end of the Civil War.

• The independence of the 13 American colonies from Great Britain.

• The beginning of the Industrial Revolution.

• The establishment of the United Nations.

What key idea is expressed in the Declaration of Independence?

• All men are created equal with unalienable rights.

• The need for a strong central government.

• The importance of a national bank.

• The necessity of a standing army.

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

• To declare war on foreign nations.

• To outline the goals of the U.S. Constitution.

• To establish a national religion.

• To create a new economic system.

What does the Bill of Rights protect?

• The rights of the government to impose taxes.

• Individual liberties and limits the powers of the federal government.

• The rights of corporations to operate freely.

• The power of the military to enforce laws.

Which amendment protects the freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition?

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• First Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

What does the Second Amendment protect?

• Freedom of speech

• Right to bear arms

• Protection from unreasonable searches

• Right to due process

What is the definition of Separation of Powers?

• The division of power between the federal and state governments.

• The division of government responsibilities into three branches.

• The ability of the President to veto laws.

• The right of states to secede from the union.

What is the purpose of Checks and Balances?

• To ensure that no single branch becomes too powerful.

• To allow the President to declare war.

• To establish a national bank.

• To create a unified national currency.

Which branch of government enforces laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Military Branch