Civics 2024 EOC Exam: Constitutional Limits on Governmental Power

Mr. Raymond's video explores the constitutional limits on governmental power, focusing on the U.S. Constitution's structure, separation of powers, checks and balances, rule of law, and due process. The video also discusses the global influence of the U.S. Constitution on other nations' governance systems. Key examples and historical context are provided to illustrate these concepts.

What is the main focus of the updated Civics 2024 EOC exam?

• Economic policies

• Constitutional limits on governmental power

• Technological advancements

• Environmental laws

Which document was the first attempt at a U.S. Constitution?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Federalist Papers

What is the primary purpose of the separation of powers in the U.S. Constitution?

• To eliminate the legislative branch

• To centralize power in the executive branch

• To give the judiciary unlimited power

• To divide governmental power among different branches

Which article of the U.S. Constitution gives Congress the power to declare war?

• Article 1

• Article 2

• Article 3

• Article 4

What is the role of the president in foreign affairs according to the U.S. Constitution?

• To appoint state governors

• To represent the nation in foreign affairs

• To declare war

• To create laws

What is the concept of checks and balances designed to do?

• To centralize power in the legislative branch

• To allow one branch to dominate the others

• To ensure that no single branch becomes too powerful

• To eliminate the need for a judiciary

Which case established the concept of judicial review?

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Marbury v. Madison

• Plessy v. Ferguson

• Roe v. Wade

What does the rule of law ensure in a society?

• That only the wealthy are accountable to the law

• That everyone, including those in power, is accountable to the same laws

• That laws are created by the executive branch alone

• That the judiciary has no role in law enforcement

What is due process of law?

• A method for electing government officials

• A process for amending the Constitution

• A principle that ensures fairness in all legal matters

• A system for creating new laws

How has the U.S. Constitution influenced other nations?

• By being ignored in favor of monarchies

• By serving as a model for their own constitutions

• By eliminating the need for a judiciary

• By promoting centralized power