E.O.C. Civics Final Review

Which action will the government take when it needs more money?

• Hold elections

• Lower prices of goods

• Increase taxes

• Hire more government workers

In order for a United States citizen to receive a fair trial, other citizens must:

• evaluate judges

• vote in elections

• pay poll taxes

• serve on juries

In the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution, what does it mean by, "...ensure domestic tranquility"?

• Provide police and emergency services to the people

• Guarantee military protection to the people

• Create both federal and state courts

• Allow for the Supreme Court to conduct Judicial Reviews

In order to amend the U.S. Constitution, which of the following is necessary?

• a majority vote from the Electoral College

• Ratification (approval) by the legislatures of each state - OR a National Convention

• a unanimous vote of approval from all of Congress

• The approval of the President of the United States

Which of the following is a freedom that is guaranteed to U.S. citizens under the first amendment?

• The right to remain silent

• The right to clean air and drinking water

• The right to a fair trial by jury

• The right to discuss your political preferences with your friends/family.

If a federal judge commits a crime and is impeached by Congress, this nis an example of which legal principle?

• Rule of Law

• Democracy

• Consent of the Governed

• Popular Sovereignty

Once a year, the President is required (under Article II of the Constitution) to address the nation with a "State of the Union" speech. This speech is an example of the President acting as:

• The Chief Citizen

• The Chief Legislator

• The Chief Diplomat

• The Chief Executive

According to the 10th Amendment of the Bill of Rights, powers not specifically delegated to the Federal Government are set aside for the people in the states. These powers are called:

• Concurrent Powers

• Enumerated Powers

• Reserved Powers

• Delegated Powers

Which level of government has the authority to declare war on foreign nations?

• City

• State

• District

• Federal

If an individual is interested in running for City Mayor in an upcoming election, they would have to win the election by:

• Receiving the highest number of votes from registered city voters

• Receiving 2/3 approval from the members of the Governor's cabinet

• Receive the approval from county representatives (city council members)

• Receive the most votes from the members of a General Assembly.