WorksheetsSTAAR Review Assessment--Second Six Weeks Grading Period
Total questions: 63
Worksheet time: 2hrs 6mins
(2016)During the Constitutional Convention of 1787, George Mason argued —
against increased power for the national government
for the dissolution of state governments
against the passage of a bill of rights
for the creation of a strong executive branch
(2016)What was one result of the Treaty of Paris of 1783?
Britain recognized the United States as an independent country.
Competing Seminole and Spanish claims in West Florida were resolved.
The British navy agreed to stop pressing American sailors into service.
British territory in eastern Canada was ceded to France.
(2016)The Northwest Ordinance established guidelines for the orderly expansion of the United States by instituting a —
method to purchase territory from foreign powers
procedure for military takeovers of existing countries
process through which states could be added to the Union
compromise line that prohibited slavery in the West
(2016)This information was included in a slide-show presentation to a high school history class.
Which document was the focus of this presentation?
The Mayflower Contract
The Articles of Confederation
The Virginia Declaration of Rights
The Declaration of Independence
(2016)Which amendment provides for the protections described in this list?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
(2016)Which excerpt from the U.S. Constitution best illustrates the principle of popular sovereignty?
“Each House shall be the Judge of the Elections, Returns and Qualifications of its own
Members. . . .”
“The House of Representatives shall be composed of Members chosen every second Year
by the People of the several States. . . .”
“The Senate shall chuse their other Officers, and also a President pro tempore. . . .”
“The Times, Places and Manner of holding Elections for Senators and Representatives,
shall be prescribed in each State by the Legislature thereof.”
(2016)Which of the following best completes this diagram?
Colonists sought military support from France.
Colonists organized boycotts of British goods.
Colonists signed the Declaration of Independence.
Colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor.
(2016)In this excerpt, the authors of the Virginia Declaration of Rights are describing rights they consider —
granted to citizens by their government
natural and possessed at birth
protected under religious doctrine
defined by the courts
(2016)Conflicting interpretations of this amendment played a major role in the —
Bank War
Nullification Crisis
Corrupt Bargain
XYZ Affair
(2016)
The first political parties in the United States formed mainly in response to disagreements
over —
taxation without representation
the doctrine of judicial review
territorial expansion to the west
the extent of federal power
(2016)Which speaker is in favor of ratifying the Constitution?
Speaker 1
Speaker 2
Speaker 3
Speaker 4
(2016)Which phrase completes this excerpt?
colonial settlements
protective tariffs
permanent alliances
territorial disputes
(2016)Which of these is a guarantee in the First Amendment?
States have the power to regulate public education.
People can choose whether and how to participate in religious services.
Persons accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Citizens have the right to be judged by a jury of their peers.
(2016)This provision is a response to which grievance from the Declaration of Independence?
“For suspending our own Legislatures, and declaring themselves invested with power to
legislate for us in all cases whatsoever . . .”
“For abolishing the free System of English Laws in a neighbouring Province, establishing
therein an Arbitrary government . . .”
“He has called together legislative bodies at places unusual, uncomfortable, and distant
from the depository of their public Records.”
“He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States; for that purpose
obstructing the Laws for Naturalization of Foreigners.”
(2016)Which action completes this diagram?
oversee state government agencies
regulate the creation of new businesses
establish a national bank
eliminate protective tariffs
(2017)This list includes rights that are considered —
transferable
legislated
unalienable
inherited
(2017)Which sentence completes this diagram?
People cannot be forced to be witnesses against themselves.
Cruel and unusual punishment cannot be inflicted.
Warrants cannot be issued unless probable cause is established.
A defendant cannot be denied a speedy and public trial.
(2017)The Whiskey Rebellion challenged the idea that —
the federal government had the power to pass and enforce tax laws
a national military was needed for dealing with foreign threats
the federal government could raise tariffs to protect industries
a national court system was needed for resolving disputes between states
(2017)Which argument would a Federalist make to support ratification of the Constitution?
The Constitution will enable states to nullify laws that are harmful to citizens.
A strong federal government will be more stable than a loose confederation of states.
The Constitution will allow states to establish banks to stabilize the national economy.
A republican system of government will better represent large states.
(2017)John Hancock was one of the Founding Fathers committed to liberty. How did he demonstrate this commitment?
By writing the Articles of Confederation
By serving as commander in chief of the Continental army
By organizing Committees of Correspondence
By signing the Declaration of Independence
(2017)Which amendment prohibits federal and state governments from carrying out these actions?
The First Amendment
The Second amendment
The Fifth Amendment
The Tenth Amendment
(2017)Why is the Battle of Saratoga considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War?
The British victory extended the fighting for another year.
The American defeat led many soldiers to desert the Continental army.
The British defeat marked the beginning of a steady decline in British military superiority.
The American victory convinced France to ally with the United States.
(2017)What assurance did this argument give to those who opposed ratifying the Constitution?
The amendment process would allow state governments to nullify federal law.
Making the federal government superior to state governments would ensure greater
stability.
The rights of citizens would be better protected by having both federal and state levels of
government.
Giving greater power to the federal government would allow it to assist states in times of
crisis.
(2017)The organization of the first U.S. political parties resulted in large part from disagreements over which issue?
The purchase of the Louisiana Territory from France
The election of George Washington to a second term as president
The establishment of the First Bank of the United States
The attack on the Port of Tripoli in North Africa
(2017)Which of the following is the source of this statement on foreign policy?
George Washington's Farewell Address
The Monroe Doctrine
Abraham Lincoln's first inaugural address
The Federalist Papers
(2017)How did the provisions of the Northwest Ordinance affect U.S. expansion?
By funding a transportation network in uninhabited regions
By establishing a process for territories to govern themselves
By promoting the growth of southern plantation economies
By creating a national bank to loan money to land investors
(2017)Why were southern delegates to the Constitutional Convention willing to accept the Three-Fifths Compromise?
It increased the political influence of the South.
It allowed indentured servants in the South to become citizens.
It decreased the federal tax on property in the South.
It allowed the South to expand its industrial output.
(2017)Which of these is a grievance from the Declaration of Independence?
Colonists born in America were prohibited from holding elected office.
Colonists were forced to quarter troops in their homes.
Colonists were not eligible to become officers in the British army.
Colonists were required to serve a year in their colony’s militia.
(2017)Why was it difficult for Congress to fulfill its duties under the Articles of Confederation?
Any congressional action required executive approval.
Congress lacked the power to declare war.
Most congressional decisions required the approval of at least nine states.
Congress lacked the power to regulate foreign trade.
(2018)The idea expressed in this quote is that the United States should avoid —
becoming involved in the political affairs of other countries
being a part of a global trade network
establishing U.S. territories overseas
allowing U.S. citizens to emigrate
(2018)What does this list suggest about the drafters of the Articles of Confederation?
They did not want a judicial system based upon that of Great Britain.
They feared that a strong central government would abuse its power.
They were uncertain that democracy would continue to be the best type of government.
They did not think that state governments could provide for the general welfare.
(2018)The British government issued the Proclamation of 1763 to limit the area British colonists were allowed to settle. Which geographic feature did the British use as the boundary of approved settlement?
Lake Michigan
Gulf of Mexico
Mississippi River
Appalachian Mountains
(2018)Which document completes this excerpt?
Declaration of Independence
Treaty of Ghent
Northwest Ordinance
Louisiana Purchase Treaty
(2018)Which numbered pair correctly replaces (1) and (2) in this table?
(1) three-fourths
(2) eligible voters
(1) two-thirds
(2) Electoral College
(1) three-fourths
(2) Supreme Court
(1) two-thirds
(2) state legislatures
(2018)Those who agreed with this point of view were known as —
Minutemen
Loyalists
Federalists
Patriots
(2018)Why was this congressional structure created by the framers of the Constitution?
To follow the plan outlined in the Articles of Confederation
To reach a compromise between large and small states
To reach a compromise between slave states and non-slave states
To implement the outcome of a popular vote
(2018)This statement is most likely from a handbook designed to prepare citizens for —
voting in elections
jury duty
paying income taxes
military service
(2018)What was the purpose of this amendment?
To encourage citizens to monitor the federal government
To prevent conflicts between state and local governments
To limit the authority of the federal government
To increase the participation of citizens in state government
(2018)The actions described in this excerpt were carried out in order to —
encourage the outbreak of war between England and France
protest British taxation policies
end trade disagreements between colonists and French traders
protest a ban on selling beverages in the colonies
(2018)Which law would be considered unconstitutional on the basis of First Amendment guarantees?
A ban on the publication of classified information by government employees
A requirement that church employees pay income tax
A requirement that churches get a permit before building a new chapel
A prohibition on electing religious leaders to government office
(2019) Which chart correctly identifies reasons for and against ratification of the proposed U.S. Constitution?
F
G
H
J
(2019) This author is expressing her opinion about--
recalling members of Congress
impeaching the President
disobeying the Supreme Court
amending the Constitution
(2019) This excerpt supports the conclusion that Jefferson disagreed with--
the congressional power of impeachment
the presidential power to veto bills
the states' power to amend the Constitution
the Supreme Court's power of judicial review
(2019) Which action is one part of the official path to U.S. citizenship through the naturalization process?
Attending college in the United States
Being employed in the United States
Passing a U.S. civics exam
Working for the U.S. government
(2019) According to the Northwest Ordinance, which condition did a U.S. territory have to meet in order to apply for statehood?
Have a population of sixty thousand free settlers
Hold a vote on whether to become a free or slave territory
Establish one public school per district
Have a territorial governor appointed by the president
(2019) Which person is most likely a supporter of free enterprise?
1
2
3
4
(2019) Which grievance from the Declaration of Independence is addressed by the Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?
"He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly."
"For depriving us in many cases, of the benefits of Trial by Jury..."
"He has obstructed the.....Laws for establishing Judiciary powers."
"For Quartering large bodies of armed troops among us...."
(2019) Which pair contributed to the development of political parties in the United States?
1
2
3
4
(2019) Why is this type of interaction important in U.S. society?
Free speech allows people to help create a better government.
Due process laws are guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment.
Individual protections are guaranteed by the Fourteenth Amendment.
Freedom of the press helps the government respond to public opinion.
(2019) Which event occurred as a result of General Cornwallis's surrender at the Battle of Yorktown?
France recognized American independence and declared war against Great Britain.
The Second Continental Congress agreed to the Articles of Confederation.
Great Britain and the United States signed the Treaty of Paris.
The Second Continental Congress sent the Olive Branch Petition to King George III.
(2019) This list refers to the contributions of which Founding Father?
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
James Madison
John Jay
(2019) Which phrase best represents the U.S. principle of republicanism?
The creation of a Congress to carry out the will of the people
The establishment of courts to interpret laws and government actions
The division of power between a federal government and state governments
The power of a court to declare a law unconstitutional
(2021) Which statement explains how the first Amendment has affected these groups?
These groups are allowed to share and promote their beliefs.
These groups are allowed to join together to forma a national religion.
These groups are prevented from having worship services in public places.
These groups are prevented from establishing religious schools.
(2021) What was the one way slow communication with the British government affected the American colonies?
The colonies united for trade and defense.
Self-government developed in the colonies.
Smuggling of goods in the colonies decreased.
The colonies petitioned the government to establish a navy.
(2021) Why did many farmers, artisans, and former Anti-Federalists support the Democratic-Republican Party?
The Democratic-Republicans favored the expansion of a strong national government.
The Democratic-Republicans supported strict restrictions on immigration.
The Democratic-Republicans supported the use of tariffs.
The Democratic=Republicans favored states' rights and the rights of the common man.
Which of the following prompted General Washington to write this letter?
A shortage of Continental soldiers to maintain the siege of Yorktown
The high number of casualties suffered during the Battle Bunker Hill
Low morale after the British army captured New York City
Concern for the Continental troops during during the winter at Valley Forge.
(2021) Why did Alexander Hamilton think a national bank would strengthen the central government?
The bank would help provide stability for the U.S. economy.
The bank would create a monopoly that would eliminate state banks.
The bank would encourage foreign competition for manufactured goods.
The bank would have the power to regulate interstate commerce.
(2021) How was this grievance addressed by the Founding Fathers?
By making the president the commander in chief of the armed forces
By requiring the president and members of Congress to take the oath of office
By giving the president and Congress the power to make treaties
By giving Congress the power to draft civilians into the armed forces
(2021) Which description is an example of an unalienable right from the Declaration of Independence?
Equality--People's education should be equal in every state.
Wealth--People's salaries should be dependent on their skills.
Happiness--People can do lawful things that they enjoy.
Patriotism--People can choose to join any of the armed forces.
(2021) Which group would have made these arguments in 1787?
Free-Soilers
Anti-Federalists
Loyalists
Federalists
(2021) The Great Compromise addressed disagreements over federal representation by--
creating a bicameral legislature
enumerating the powers of the central government
giving veto power to the executive
establishing three branches of government
(2021) How did the American colonists IMMEDIATELY respond to the 1774 laws described in these headlines?
The First Continental Congress declared war on Great Britain.
The colonists adopted the Articles of Confederation.
The First Continental Congress sent a list of grievances to King George III.
The colonists adopted the Bill of Rights.
(2021) Why is John Paul Jones remembered as the "Father of the American Navy"?
He won naval victories against the British during the Revolutionary War.
He led the naval assault against the Barbary States.
He commanded the first steam-powered warship in the U.S. Navy.
He served as the first Secretary of the Navy.
