Civics Worksheet: Civics SOL Review

What document outlines the fundamental rights of American citizens?

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

• Bill of Rights
• Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom

Which principle means that government power is limited?

• Popular sovereignty

• Separation of powers

• Limited government

• Federalism

What is the main purpose of the Constitution?

• To create laws

• To establish a framework for government

• To declare independence

• To issue taxes

Which amendment guarantees freedom of speech?

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

What does the term "checks and balances" refer to?

• Each branch of government has equal power.

• The legislature can override the president’s veto.

• Each branch can limit the powers of the others.

• The judicial branch makes all the laws.

What is the highest law in the United States?

• The President's orders

• The Constitution

• State laws

• The Declaration of Independence

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Military

What is the role of the executive branch?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To make laws

• To create budgets

How many amendments does the Bill of Rights contain?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 27

What is the significance of the Virginia Declaration of Rights?

• It established the first government.

• It influenced the U.S. Bill of Rights.

• It ended the Civil War.

• It created the judicial system.