Civics And Economics SOL Review

What are the two steps in the amendment process for the Constitution of Virginia?

• Proposal - action by General Assembly or convention of the states; Ratification - by voters of Virginia.

• Proposal - action by the President; Ratification - by the Supreme Court.

• Proposal - action by the Governor; Ratification - by the General Assembly.

• Proposal - action by the Senate; Ratification - by the House of Delegates.

What are the two means of obtaining citizenship in the United States?

• By birth and by naturalization.

• By marriage and by employment.

• By residency and by visa lottery.

• By investment and by sponsorship.

To become a citizen through naturalization, a person must (select all that apply):

• Be of good moral character and be loyal to the United States

• Be able to read, write, and speak basic English

• Be a legal resident of the U.S. for 3-5 years

• Pass a Citizenship Test

• Be at least 18 years old

The Constitution of the United States of America establishes and protects the citizen's fundamental rights and liberties. Few rights, if any, are considered absolute.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a First Amendment freedom?

• Assembly

• Press

• Speech

• Religion

• Property

For government to be effective, citizens must fulfill their civic duties. Which of the following is a civic duty of citizens?

• Pay taxes

• Serve in the armed forces, if called

• Serve on a jury or as a witness in court, when summoned

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of citizens?

• Register and vote

• Hold elective office

• Communicate with government officials

• Ignore current issues

• Respect others' rights to an equal voice in government

A democratic society requires the active participation of its citizens.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a way for citizens to participate in community service?

• A) Express concern about the welfare of the community as a whole (e.g., as related to environment, public health and safety, education)

• B) Ignore community issues

• C) Refuse to help others

Which of the following is a way the executive branch influences policymaking?

• Delivering an annual speech to Congress

• Issuing executive acts/orders

• Approving or vetoing legislation

• All of the above