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WorksheetsMissouri EOC - American Government
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 30mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
How does the census impact Congress and the Electoral College?
a)
It determines the # of seats given to each state in the HOR
b)
It determines the # of seats given to each state in the Senate
c)
It determines the number of Electoral College votes needed to win an election
d)
It's the official population count, but it doesn't impact the Electoral College
2.
The difficulty surrounding the amendment process has resulted in:
a)
Several changes being made to the Constitution every single year
b)
States being the only group capable of proposing amendments
c)
Congress being the only group capable of proposing amendments
d)
Very few changes being made throughout history
3.
Which level of the federal court system has original jurisdiction in most cases?
a)
US District Courts
b)
US Courts of Appeal
c)
US Supreme Court
d)
Federal Circuit Court of Appeals
4.
Which Congressional check on the President is most rarely used?
a)
Confirming Supreme Court Justices
b)
Overriding presidential vetos
c)
Confirming amabassadors
d)
Impeachment
5.
Why is it important for people to know who is paying lobbyists?
a)
It decreases governmental oversight
b)
It lets everyone know where the influence is coming from
c)
It helps guarantee that due process is not being violated
d)
Because they are elected by the people
6.
What is the purpose of having laws surrounding the inspection of food products?
a)
To protect the big corporations in the food industry
b)
To make it easier to sue the big corporations in the food industry
c)
To protect the health & safety of consumers
d)
To increase the size of the federal bureaucracy
7.
Which document includes federalism, separation of powers, and individual rights?
a)
Magna Carta
b)
United States Constitution
c)
Declaration of Independence
d)
English Bill of Rights
8.
Why were Political Action Committees (PACs) created?
a)
To increase the regulation of interest groups
b)
Becuase of the Supreme Court's decision in the Citizens United v. FEC case
c)
To even the playing field with labor unions
d)
So labor unions and corporations could get around campaign finance laws
9.
What is the best way for an interest group to achieve its goal?
a)
Hire outstanding lawyers
b)
Hold public forums
c)
Successfully lobby elected officials
d)
Make a bunch of great commercials
10.
Which of the following is an exclusive responsibility of the federal government?
a)
Enforcing laws
b)
Maintaing roads
c)
Establishing schools
d)
Declaring war
11.
Which of the following would be an example of a Laissez-Faire approach?
a)
The president allows inflation to rise without interfering
b)
The president steps in to stop the rise of inflation
c)
The national government takes control of public education
d)
The government provides additional funding for welfare programs
12.
Which official serves in the executive branch?
a)
Speaker of the House
b)
President Pro Tempore
c)
Secretary of Homeland Security
d)
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
13.
Why do some believe that judicial review upsets the balance of power between the 3 branches?
a)
It gives the Supreme Court too much power
b)
It is outdated
c)
It doesn't give the Supreme Court enough power
d)
It prevents the legislative branch from being able to check the executive branch
14.
The 10th Amendment limits the power of ...
a)
The states
b)
The federal government
c)
The President
d)
The Governor
15.
In 1974, the federal government created a speed limit for all interstate highways. Later, this was repealed and it was decided that states could set their own speed limits. This is an example of which government principle?
a)
Rule of Law
b)
Consent of the Governed
c)
Individual Rights
d)
Federalism
16.
Which of the following would be an example of a democratic leadership style?
a)
Employees are given a chance to help make decisions for the business as a whole
b)
The CEO of a company dictates a new start time for all employees
c)
The Human Resources department sends each employee a personalized letter
d)
Employees may not make suggestions to their supervisor
17.
Which of the following would be an example of Congress checking the judicial branch?
a)
The Supreme Court declaring Obamacare to be unconstitutional
b)
The President naming a new Chief Justice to the Supreme Court
c)
Congress overriding a presidential veto
d)
The Senate voting to impeach a Supreme Court justice
18.
Which activity of an interest group for teachers would have the most significant political impact?
a)
Providing legal advice for members who feel their rights have been violated
b)
Ensuring that continuing education is provided for all educators
c)
Providing instructors with lesson plans that align with curriculum
d)
Lobbying elected officials to enact new education laws that have a positive impact for teachers
19.
Political philosophers of the Enlightenment era, such as Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Montesquieu ...
a)
Rejected governmental policies that allowed for the expansion of property rights
b)
Adhered to traditional social customs in the creation of governmental offices
c)
Emphasized governmental structures based on reason and social progress
d)
Pursued strict obedience to religious scripture in governmental affairs
20.
The expansion of suffrage in the United States best illustrates society's changing views of ...
a)
Civil Rights
b)
Limited Government
c)
Popular Sovereignty
d)
Due Process of Law
21.
Which is a result of having a system dominated by two major political parties?
a)
It is easier for one candidate to obtain a majority of the votes
b)
There is less confusion in the primaries
c)
There are fewer legal challenges to elections
d)
It increases voter turnout
22.
The Constitution's emphasis on republican government is best illustrated by ...
a)
The protections featured in the 1st amendment
b)
The checks and balances system
c)
Setting up the process for an elected head of state
d)
The procedures for amending the document, which are outlined in Article 5
23.
Which of the following is a required civic responsibility?
a)
Voting
b)
Staying informed
c)
Volunteering your time with a local chartiy
d)
Paying taxes
24.
The 26th amendment had a significant impact on which of the following?
a)
Civic Responsibilities
b)
Reserved Powers
c)
Due Process of Law
d)
The expanding powers of the national government
25.
Which of the following is the best explanation of why a democratic system of government is similar to a team sport?
a)
Rising above the competition is the key to success in both
b)
Both depend heavily on participation
c)
Both can succeed without strong leadership
d)
Both are deeply concerned about the health and well-being of everyone involved
26.
"The President in every possible instance shall consult with Congress before introducing United States Armed Forces into hostilities ... and after every such introduction shall consult regularly with the Congress until United States Armed Forces are no longer engaged" -- The War Powers Act of 1973
Based on the quote above, the War Powers Act was most likely issued in response to ...
Based on the quote above, the War Powers Act was most likely issued in response to ...
a)
Protests against the military draft
b)
A lack of preparation displayed by the US Armed Forces
c)
The President's expansion of his role as Commander-In-Chief
d)
An attempt by the Supreme Court to take over the Department of Defense
27.
Congress passes a new immigration law.
The President orders a military strike on a Syrian airfield.
The Supreme Court applies its interpretation of the 14th amendment to a current case.
Which principle is being illustrated by the examples above?
The President orders a military strike on a Syrian airfield.
The Supreme Court applies its interpretation of the 14th amendment to a current case.
Which principle is being illustrated by the examples above?
a)
Popular Sovereignty
b)
Checks and Balances
c)
Federalism
d)
Separation of Powers
28.
Which of the following best explains why federal judges are given lifetime tenure?
a)
It's the only way to make sure judges remain accountable to the people
b)
It guarantees plenty of cooperation between all levels of the court system
c)
It allows them to stay away from political pressures and make tough/potentially unpopular decisions
d)
The longer they serve, the more experience they get
29.
"No (business) shall discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability ... in regard to job application procedures, the hiring, advancement, or discharge (firing) of employees" -- The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
The Americans with Disabilities Act is an example of a government action designed to:
The Americans with Disabilities Act is an example of a government action designed to:
a)
Improve gender equality
b)
Protect civil rights
c)
Promote cultural diversity
d)
Establish a stronger economy
30.
What role is the president filling if he utilizes the US military to help with the recovery efforts in Florida after a devastating hurricane?
a)
Chief Diplomat
b)
Head of State
c)
Commander-In-Chief
d)
Chief Executive
31.
Which of the following best explains the difference between authoritarian and democratic governments?
a)
Authoritarian governments provide free health care for all citizens
b)
Democratic governments often place severe restrictions on the freedoms of the people
c)
A Democratic government usually requires its people to serve in the military
d)
In authoritarian governments, the leader or leaders (small group) have all the power
32.
Which of the following provides the best explanation of why the Lobbying Disclosure Act was passed?
a)
To track the level of influence campaign contributions have on lawmakers
b)
To improve relationships between lobbyists and elected officials
c)
To make sure lobbyists have unrestricted access to members of Congress
d)
To prevent politicians from associating with lobbyists
33.
The Founding Fathers "borrowed" ideas about the social contract, consent of the governed, and natural or unalienable rights from which of the following?
a)
Magna Carta
b)
English Bill of Rights
c)
Mayflower Compact
d)
John Locke
34.
Which of the following provides the best explanation for why there are laws against stealing?
a)
To protect the property rights of the people
b)
To put criminals behind bars
c)
To promote the general welfare of society
d)
To discourage people from engaging in criminal behavior
35.
Which part of the Constitution best explains the structure of government?
a)
The Preamble
b)
The Articles
c)
The Bill of Rights
d)
The Amendments
36.
The principle of Majority Rule vs. Minority Rights is best illustrated by which of the following statements?
a)
The majority is able to infringe upon the rights of minorities
b)
30% of the population enjoys the same rights as the other 70%
c)
Minority groups are guaranteed to control at least 35% of the seats in Congress
d)
The majority can do whatever they want - as long as minority groups don't object
37.
"In all that people can individually do for themselves, government ought not interfere" -- Abraham Lincoln
What principle of government is Lincoln referring to in this quote?
What principle of government is Lincoln referring to in this quote?
a)
Separation of Powers
b)
Checks and Balances
c)
Due Process of Law
d)
Limited Government
38.
What role is the president filling if he meets with the leaders of several foreign countries to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Africa?
a)
Commander-In-Chief
b)
Head of State
c)
Chief Diplomat
d)
Chief Executive
39.
Congress makes the laws. The President enforces the laws. The judicial system interprets the laws.
These statements provide a description for which of the following?
These statements provide a description for which of the following?
a)
The process of government in the United States
b)
The principle of Federalism
c)
The principle of Popular Sovereignty
d)
The characteristics of a republic
40.
Which of the following best explains why interest groups make campaign contributions to those running for seats in the US Congress?
a)
They hope it helps to increase their membership
b)
They believe it's the only way to draw attention to their cause
c)
Interest groups don't make campaign contributions because they believe "buying influence" is immoral
d)
They hope that person gets elected and will support legislation favorable to their cause down the road
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