What are the personal character traits of good citizens?

Honesty, responsibility, and respect for others

What are the skills for effective civic participation?

Communication, critical thinking, and collaboration

Mathematics, science, and technology

The 14th Amendment defines:

citizenship and equal protection under the law

the process of electing the President

List the purposes of government as mentioned in the worksheet.

To maintain law and order, provide public services, and ensure national security.

To increase taxes and control the economy.

To promote individual interests and personal gains.

To restrict freedom and limit personal rights.

The Magna Carta is significant because it:

limited the power of the king and established certain legal rights

established the principle of absolute monarchy

was the first written constitution in the world

granted women the right to vote

Who wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom and what did it establish?

Thomas Jefferson wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, and it established the principle of separation of church and state.

James Madison wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, and it established the principle of freedom of speech.

George Washington wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, and it established the principle of religious tolerance.

Benjamin Franklin wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, and it established the principle of freedom of the press.

What grievances were stated in the Declaration of Independence against the king of England?

Taxation without representation

What was established by the Articles of Confederation?

A loose confederation of states

What form of government is defined by the term 'Democracy'?

A form of government where power is held by the people

A form of government where power is held by a single ruler

A form of government where power is held by a religious leader

A form of government where power is held by the military

What is the concept of Limited Government?

A political system where the government's powers are restricted by law or a constitution.

A system where the government has unlimited power over its citizens.

A form of government where the ruler is above the law.

A government system that does not have a constitution.

The decision supported by more than half the people is accepted.

The decision supported by less than half the people is accepted.

The decision is made by a single leader.

The decision is made by a random selection.

What is Representative Government?

A system where citizens elect officials to represent them

A government where all citizens vote on every decision

A monarchy ruled by a king or queen

A dictatorship led by a single leader

What does Consent of the Governed refer to?

The authority of a government should depend on the consent of the people.

The government has the right to rule without the people's consent.

The government is chosen by a select group of elites.

The government is always right and should not be questioned.

A principle where all members of a society, including those in government, are considered equally subject to publicly disclosed legal codes and processes.

A rule that only applies to the judiciary system.

A law that is only applicable to citizens and not to government officials.

A principle that allows government officials to act above the law.

What is the U.S. Constitution referred to as?

The Declaration of Independence

Due Process of Law protects against:

arbitrary denial of life, liberty, or property

Expressed Powers are:

powers explicitly stated in the Constitution

powers not explicitly stated but implied

powers shared by both state and federal governments

What are Implied Powers?

Powers not explicitly stated in the Constitution but are necessary and proper to execute the enumerated powers.

Powers explicitly stated in the Constitution.

Powers that are shared between state and federal governments.

Powers that are reserved for the states.

Powers not delegated to the federal government and reserved for the states

Powers specifically granted to the federal government by the Constitution

Powers shared by both the federal and state governments

Powers that are prohibited to both the federal and state governments

Concurrent Powers refer to powers that are:

Shared by both federal and state governments

Exclusive to the federal government

Not mentioned in the constitution

Federalism is a system of government in which power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Which of the following best describes this system?

A system where power is divided between a central authority and constituent units

A system where power is centralized in a single government

A system where power is held by local governments only

A system where power is shared equally among all citizens

The Constitution has been amended for various reasons. Which of the following is one of them?

To change the national language

What is the Preamble?

A section of a document that serves as an introduction

What are the purposes listed in the Preamble?

To form a more perfect union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty

To establish a monarchy, ensure economic prosperity, promote cultural heritage, and secure international alliances

To create a federal government, ensure state sovereignty, promote individual rights, and secure national borders

To establish a parliamentary system, ensure equal representation, promote technological advancement, and secure environmental sustainability

List the First Amendment freedoms (RAPPS).

Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech

Religion, Assembly, Privacy, Petition, Speech

Religion, Association, Press, Petition, Speech

Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Silence

What does 'Bicameral' mean?

A system of government with two chambers

A system of government with one chamber

A system of government with three branches

A system of government with no branches

What is the process of how a bill becomes a law?

Introduced by a Senator or Representative, work in committees, debate on the floor, vote by both houses, signed into law by President

Introduced by the President, approved by the Senate, signed by the House

Voted on by the public, approved by the President

We the People: A Government of Citizens Quiz

100 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A citizen is:

a person who is a member of a state or nation, either by birth or naturalization

a person who visits a country for tourism

a person who works for the government

a person who is not allowed to vote

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the sources of citizenship?

Birth and naturalization

Only birth

Only naturalization

None of the above

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

List the steps involved in the naturalization process.

Filing an application, attending an interview, taking an oath

Filing an application, passing a driving test, taking an oath

Filing an application, attending a citizenship class, taking an oath

Filing an application, attending a language class, taking an oath

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the effects of immigration?

Economic growth and cultural diversity

Increased unemployment and crime

No significant impact

Only negative effects

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The duties of citizens include:

Voting in elections

Obeying laws

Paying taxes

All of the above

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The responsibilities of citizens include:

Voting in elections

Obeying laws

Paying taxes

All of the above

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Citizen's community service is:

a voluntary service by citizens to help their community.

a mandatory government program for all citizens.

a paid job for citizens to work in their community.

a service provided by the government to citizens.

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We the People: A Government of Citizens

A citizen is:

What are the sources of citizenship?

List the steps involved in the naturalization process.

What are the effects of immigration?

The duties of citizens include:

The responsibilities of citizens include:

Citizen's community service is:

What are the personal character traits of good citizens?

What are the skills for effective civic participation?

What are the First Amendment freedoms known as RAPPPS?

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