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Worksheet time: 56mins
Immigration and naturalization have made our country ?
diverse
boring
dangerous
a hard place to live freely
The Richmond News Crier reported that a local politician was under investigation for his use of campaign funds. This is an example of ?
freedom of speech
freedom of the press
freedom of religion
freedom of petition
A newspaper headline reads, "A candlelight vigil is being held in honor of veterans of WWII tonight in Monroe Park." This headline is an example of which fundamental freedom?
freedom of the press
freedom of petiton
freedom of religion
freedom of assembly
How many amendments have been made to the U.S.Constitution?
24
26
27
25
The difference between duties and responsibilities of citizens, is that?
responsibilities are required by law
we are required by law to fulfill duties
duties are always voluntary
we must vote in every election
Along with the 5th Amendment, which amendment protects your due process rights at the state level?
11th
12th
13th
14th
According to the 14th Amendment, American citizenship is automatically given to anyone that?
is born in the U.S.
speaks English
signs up for a political party
pays taxes to the government
The "Father" of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights is?
Thomas Jefferson
James Monroe
James Madison
George Mason
The Bill of Rights provides?
Domestic tranquility
The blessing of liberty
A more perfect union
A written guarantee of individual rights
The first ten amendments to the U.S.Constitution are called?
Virginia Charters
The Bill of Rights
The Preamble
the English Bill of Rights
The construction of government building must be voted on according to which fundamental principle?
limited government
monarch
tyranny
representative government
When a voter elects a president, Senator, governor, or county supervisor, they are participating in which type of government?
sovereign
tyranny
limited government
representative government
According the Virginia Declaration of Rights, the power given to the government came from ?
the Virginia Legislature
the First Continental Congress
the people
the Governor of Virginia
The first three words of the U.S. Constitution are "We the People." This phrase represents which of the following fundamental principles?
representative government
consent of the governed
rule of law
democracy
The Bill of Rights protects our fundamental freedom of ?
speech, war press, religion, taxes
speech, press, religion, taxes, petition
speech, religion, taxes, petition, assembly
speech, press, religion, petition, assembly
The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom was written by?
George Mason
Thomas Jefferson
George Washington
James Madison
What is the significance of the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom?
it was written to protect the natural right to practice the religion of your choice
it was written to enforce the practices of the Church of England
it was written to be part of the Declaration of Independence
it is responsible for the later important document, the Virginia Charter
Because of this fundamental principle, even if the local mayor breaks the law, he or she will be charged with a crime.
democracy
limited government
consent of the governed
rule of law
Why were the Articles of Confederation considered weak and a failure?
it only had two branches, the executive and legislative
it created a strong central government
the central government had little power over the states for taxes and commerce
some states had more representation than the others
Which choice BEST describes the significance of the Charters of the Virginia Company of London?
it served as a model for the Virginia Declaration of Rights
it gave the colonists the same liberties and rights of Englishmen
it served as a model for the U.S. Bill of Rights
it guaranteed freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
Rule by the people is another way to say ?
dictatorship
monarchy
democracy
tyranny
The Declaration of Independence was written by which Virginian?
George Washington
George Mason
Patrick Henry
Thomas Jefferson
A plan of government could also be called a ?
constitution
mandate
democracy
monarch
The Virginia Declaration of Rights was written by?
Thomas Jefferson
Sam Adams
George Mason
George Washington
The Virginia Declaration of Rights influenced a later important document in the founding of the U.S. This document is?
the Declaration of Independence
the U.S. Bill of Rights
the Virginia Constitution
the English Bill of Rights
How is the governor of a state selected?
elected by the people
appointed by judges
chosen by commission
appointed by the General Assembly
Which is the best example of "due process?"
the rules media outlets have to obey to print the news
the process a person goes through when being arrested
the steps a bill must go through to become a law
a state law that becomes an amendment to the Constitution
What is a bill?
a veto
a proposed decree
a proposed amendment
a proposed law
What is the media doing when it informs the public about the wrongdoing and mistakes of government?
voting
holding government accountable
lobbying for an interest group
contributing to a campaign
Which document gives local governments in Virginia their power to govern?
Virginia Constitution
Virginia Charters
Declaration of Independence
U.S. Constitution
What do you call a change to the Constitution?
preamble
articles
amendment
introduction
Thinking about the three levels of government, which level of government do you think individuals can have the greatest influence on decisions made?
international government
local government
state government
national government
The division of power between the states and national government is known as the principle of?
checks and balances
separation of powers
reserved powers
federalism
What is the name of Virginia's legislative branch?
House of Burgess
General Assembly
General Meeting
House of Representatives
What do you call the leader of the state executive branch?
Governor
President
Mayor
Manager
What power does the President exercise when ordering soldiers into battle?
Chief of party
Commander in chief
Chief of state
Chief diplomat
Legislators make laws in response to?
demands from interest groups
constitutional necessity
supreme court nominations
problems and issues in the community
Which branch of government is responsible for making sure the laws are carried out?
Judicial Branch
Supreme Court
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
What does the principle of separation of powers refer to?
the three branches of government
the three levels of government
federalism
checks and balances
Which house of Congress must a bill pass through in order to become a law?
Senate
Both houses of Congress
Supreme Court
House of Representatives
Which branch confirms Presidential appointments?
Supreme Court
Executive
Judicial
Legislative
Which statement would best fit into the Declaration of Independence?
We should be able to travel freely between the states
We believe it is our right to end an unfair government
We will support the decisions made by the King of England
We will take ownership of the native's lands
Who is the leader of the executive branch of government?
President Pro Tempore
Speaker of the House
President of the United States
Chief Justice
Which basic principle of the Constitution of the United States prevents any one branch from gaining too much power?
Checks and Balances
Representative Government
Popular Sovereignty
Rule of Law
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists
Obeying laws, paying taxes, serving in the armed forces if called, and serving on a jury or as a witness are all...
Probable cause is reviewed, attorneys can be appointed, and a plea is entered
Shared power between state and national governments
Virginia Declaration of Rights
Maintains records and administers oaths
- 3 judges
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights in the Constitution
Declaration of Independence
Creates and maintains foreign policy
- Stated grievances against the King
- Proposal: action by the General Assembly or the convention of states
The executive branch of both cities and towns
Articles of Confederation
Has the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and appointed cabinet members
Maintains records and administers oaths
- First national government for the states
Prohibits state and local governments from acting in an unfair manner
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
- Defines why the Constitution was written
Obeying laws, paying taxes, serving in the armed forces if called, and serving on a jury or as a witness are all...
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
Powers used to carry out expressed powers
The Charters of the Virginia Company of London, Virginia Declaration of Rights, Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation, and Virginia Statue for Religious Freedom helped shape our US Constitution by...
Collects taxes and sells licenses
- Serves a 4-year term
The executive branch of counties
- Setting up government structure
RAPPS
- Serves a 4-year term
Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
- 1 judge
The executive branch of both cities and towns
Consent of the Governed
The people are the source of the governmental power
Has the District Courts, Circuit Courts, Court of Appeals,and the Supreme Court
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have giving it the power to do
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are the governed
Rule of Law
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights in the Constitution
The people are the source of the governmental power
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are the governed
Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
Democracy
Collects taxes and sells licenses
The people rule
Ceremonial head of government
This requires knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to write, read, and speak English
Representative Government
Ceremonial head of government
Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws
The executive branch of both cities and towns
The people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf
Unalienable Rights
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Chief tax-assessing official
The House of Delegates and the Senate makes up the...
Promotes public health, safety, and welfare
Limited Government
- 1 judge
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have giving it the power to do
How many people is the Senate made up of?
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are the governed
Preamble to the Constitution
Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
Seeking to influence legislators to introduce or vote for or against a bill
- Defines why the Constitution was written
Proposes a legislative agenda
Amendment Process
Head of the executive branch of government
This requires knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to write, read, and speak English
- Proposal: action by the General Assembly or the convention of states
- 9 justices
14th Amendment
Consumers determine, through purchases, what goods and services will be produced
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
elected in Virginia, help enforce the laws in VA
Defines citizenship as anyone born or naturalized in the U.S.
Naturalization Process
This requires knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to write, read, and speak English
This requires knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to write, read, and speak English
How many people is the Senate made up of?
Chief tax-assessing official
Civic Duties
Conducts foreign policy, regulates interstate commerce, provides for the common defense
- Proposal: action by the General Assembly or the convention of states
The House of Delegates and the Senate makes up the...
Obeying laws, paying taxes, serving in the armed forces if called, and serving on a jury or as a witness are all...
Civic Responsibilities
Head of the executive branch of government
Ceremonial head of government
Registering and voting, holding elective office, communicating with government officials, serving in voluntary government-appointed positions, participating in political campaigns, keeping up-to-date on current events, and respecting others' rights are all...
The legislative branch of counties
Legislative Branch
- Congress
The executive branch of counties
- Headed by the president
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have giving it the power to do
The House of Representatives and the Senate
- Stated grievances against the King
Congress is made up of...
Powers specifically listed in the Constitution
- Federal Courts
435
Consumers determine, through purchases, what goods and services will be produced
The people rule
Court determines if the accused is guilty or not guilty of a felony or misdemeanor
How many people is the House of Representatives made up of?
100
Collects taxes and sells licenses
Has the District Courts, Circuit Courts, Court of Appeals,and the Supreme Court
How many people is the Senate made up of?
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
Executive Branch
Head of the executive branch of government
- Headed by the president
Has the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and appointed cabinet members
Proposes a legislative agenda
Judicial Branch
Local laws, made by the board of supervisors and the city/town council
- Federal Courts
This requires knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to write, read, and speak English
The executive branch of counties
Expressed Powers
Powers specifically listed in the Constitution
- Proposal: action by the General Assembly or the convention of states
Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Implied Powers
Court determines if the accused is guilty or not guilty of a felony or misdemeanor
Promotes public health, safety, and welfare
Court determines if the accused is guilty or not guilty of a felony or misdemeanor
Powers used to carry out expressed powers
Chief of State
- 1 judge
- 9 justices
The House of Delegates and the Senate makes up the...
Ceremonial head of government
Chief Executive
Government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have giving it the power to do
Head of the executive branch of government
The executive branch of both cities and towns
Congress is made up of...
Chief Legislator
Obeying laws, paying taxes, serving in the armed forces if called, and serving on a jury or as a witness are all...
Powers specifically listed in the Constitution
Proposes a legislative agenda
Court settles a disagreement between two parties to recover damages and compensation (only in states)
Commander-in-Chief
Has the Bicameral General Assembly and meets annually for a fixed number of days
The people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf
Has the Bicameral General Assembly and meets annually for a fixed number of days
Head of the armed forces
Chief Diplomat
Creates and maintains foreign policy
Court settles a disagreement between two parties to recover damages and compensation (only in states)
Has the Bicameral General Assembly and meets annually for a fixed number of days
Obeying laws, paying taxes, serving in the armed forces if called, and serving on a jury or as a witness are all...
Chief of Party
Leader of their political party
- Administer laws
The executive branch of counties
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
Chief Citizen
- Stated grievances against the King
Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
Court determines if the accused is guilty or not guilty of a felony or misdemeanor
Representative of all the people
Federalism
Guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists
Shared power between state and national governments
Head of the executive branch of government
- Administer laws
National Government
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
Conducts foreign policy, regulates interstate commerce, provides for the common defense
- Proposal: action by the General Assembly or the convention of states
Has the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and appointed cabinet members
State Government
Promotes public health, safety, and welfare
Conducts foreign policy, regulates interstate commerce, provides for the common defense
Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
Chief tax-assessing official
Virginia Legislative
- Federal Courts
Has the Bicameral General Assembly and meets annually for a fixed number of days
The sue-er (defendant) in a civil case
Maintains records and administers oaths
Virginia Executive
Registering and voting, holding elective office, communicating with government officials, serving in voluntary government-appointed positions, participating in political campaigns, keeping up-to-date on current events, and respecting others' rights are all...
Has the governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, and appointed cabinet members
- Stated grievances against the King
Has the Bicameral General Assembly and meets annually for a fixed number of days
Virginia Judicial
Collects taxes and sells licenses
Chief tax-assessing official
Congress is made up of...
Has the District Courts, Circuit Courts, Court of Appeals,and the Supreme Court
Bicameral General Assembly
The House of Delegates and the Senate makes up the...
Probable cause is reviewed, attorneys can be appointed, and a plea is entered
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are the governed
Governor
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are the governed
- Serves a 4-year term
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights in the Constitution
- Stated grievances against the King
Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General
Seeking to influence legislators to introduce or vote for or against a bill
elected in Virginia, help enforce the laws in VA
The people rule
Proposes a legislative agenda
Appointed Cabinet Members
- Judge
The sue-er (defendant) in a civil case
- Administer laws
Head of the armed forces
Board of Supervisors
Local laws, made by the board of supervisors and the city/town council
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights in the Constitution
- Federal Courts
The legislative branch of counties
County Manager
The executive branch of counties
The House of Delegates and the Senate makes up the...
- 3 judges
The people elect public officeholders to make laws and conduct government on the people's behalf
Ordinances
Head of the armed forces
Local laws, made by the board of supervisors and the city/town council
How many people is the Senate made up of?
Congress is made up of...
Mayor
Congress is made up of...
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights in the Constitution
Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws
The executive branch of both cities and towns
Treasurer
Proposes a legislative agenda
Collects taxes and sells licenses
Obeying laws, paying taxes, serving in the armed forces if called, and serving on a jury or as a witness are all...
Guaranteed the rights of Englishmen to the colonists
Commissioner of Revenue
Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
- 9 justices
Chief tax-assessing official
Has the District Courts, Circuit Courts, Court of Appeals,and the Supreme Court
Clerk of Circuit Court
Maintains records and administers oaths
- 3 judges
Consumers determine, through purchases, what goods and services will be produced
- Setting up government structure
Lobbying
The executive branch of both cities and towns
Seeking to influence legislators to introduce or vote for or against a bill
Prohibits state and local governments from acting in an unfair manner
Promotes public health, safety, and welfare
U.S. Supreme Court
- 9 justices
Defines citizenship as anyone born or naturalized in the U.S.
- 3 judges
- 9 Justices
U.S. Court of Appeals
- 3 judges
Head of the armed forces
Probable cause is reviewed, attorneys can be appointed, and a plea is entered
Prohibits state and local governments from acting in an unfair manner
U.S. District Court
elected in Virginia, help enforce the laws in VA
Religion, Assembly, Press, Petition, Speech
- Judge
Local laws, made by the board of supervisors and the city/town council
Virginia Supreme Court
The people are the source of the governmental power
- 9 justices
The sue-er (defendant) in a civil case
Consumers determine, through purchases, what goods and services will be produced
Virginia Court of Appeals
- Judge
- Defines why the Constitution was written
Stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
- 3 judges
Virginia District Court
- 1 judge
- 9 justices
Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws
- 3 judges
Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court
Powers specifically listed in the Constitution
- 1 judge
Probable cause is reviewed, attorneys can be appointed, and a plea is entered
This requires knowledge of American history and principles and the ability to write, read, and speak English
Due Process of Law
Defines citizenship as anyone born or naturalized in the U.S.
Head of the executive branch of government
Constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws
- Proposal: action by the General Assembly or the convention of states
5th Amendment
Congress is made up of...
Promotes public health, safety, and welfare
- 1 judge
Prohibits the national government from acting in an unfair matter
14th Amendment
Prohibits state and local governments from acting in an unfair manner
Promotes public health, safety, and welfare
Representative of all the people
Powers specifically listed in the Constitution
Criminal Case
Representative of all the people
Court determines if the accused is guilty or not guilty of a felony or misdemeanor
- Stated grievances against the King
The legislative branch of counties
Civil Case
Consumers determine, through purchases, what goods and services will be produced
- First national government for the states
- 9 Justices
Court settles a disagreement between two parties to recover damages and compensation (only in states)
Arraignment
Probable cause is reviewed, attorneys can be appointed, and a plea is entered
The executive branch of counties
Head of the armed forces
The House of Delegates and the Senate makes up the...
Plaintiff
- 1 judge
The sue-er (defendant) in a civil case
- Administer laws
Court settles a disagreement between two parties to recover damages and compensation (only in states)
Consumer Sovereignty
- 1 judge
- Defines why the Constitution was written
Consumers determine, through purchases, what goods and services will be produced
- Administer laws
