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WorksheetsCivics SOL Practice Test
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 11mins
Explain the political principle: Consent of the governed
People are the source of any and all governmental power
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things people have given it the power to do
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those that are governed
In a democratic system of government, the people rule
In a representative system, people elect officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf
Explain the political principle: Limited government
People are the source of any and all governmental power
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things people have given it the power to do
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those that are governed
In a democratic system of government, the people rule
In a representative system, people elect officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf
Explain the political principle: Rule of Law
People are the source of any and all governmental power
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things people have given it the power to do
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those that are governed
In a democratic system of government, the people rule
In a representative system, people elect officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf
Explain the political principle: Democracy
People are the source of any and all governmental power
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things people have given it the power to do
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those that are governed
In a democratic system of government, the people rule
In a representative system, people elect officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf
Explain the political principle: Representative government
People are the source of any and all governmental power
Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things people have given it the power to do
The government and those who govern are bound by the law, as are those that are governed
In a democratic system of government, the people rule
In a representative system, people elect officeholders to make laws and conduct government on their behalf
How did the following influence the Constitution?
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Rights of Englishmen guaranteed to colonists
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights of the US Constitution
stated grievances against king of Britain, declared Colonies' independence from Britain, affirmed "certain unalienable rights," established that all ppl are = under the law
first form of national government for independent states, kept major powers in states, weak central govt led to US constitution
How did the following influence the Constitution?
Virginia Declaration of Rights
Rights of Englishmen guaranteed to colonists
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights of the US Constitution
stated grievances against king of Britain, declared Colonies' independence from Britain, affirmed "certain unalienable rights," established that all ppl are = under the law
first form of national government for independent states, kept major powers in states, weak central govt led to US constitution
How did the following influence the Constitution?
Articles of Confederation
Rights of Englishmen guaranteed to colonists
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights of the US Constitution
stated grievances against king of Britain, declared Colonies' independence from Britain, affirmed "certain unalienable rights," established that all ppl are = under the law
first form of national government for independent states, kept major powers in states, weak central govt led to US constitution
How did the following influence the Constitution?
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
Rights of Englishmen guaranteed to colonists
Served as a model for the Bill of Rights of the US Constitution
stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
first form of national government for independent states, kept major powers in states, weak central govt led to US constitution
How did the following influence the US Constitution?
US Constitution and Bill of Rights
Rights of Englishmen guaranteed to colonists
established structure of US govt, = under the law w/ majority rule and minority protected, affirmed dignity of all, protected RAPPS
stated freedom of religious beliefs and opinions
first form of national government for independent states, kept major powers in states, weak central govt led to US constitution
Ways to become a US citizen
Birth
Naturalization
How do you amend the US constitution?
Proposal by congress or constitutional convention
Ratification by the states
Proposal by general assembly or constitutional convention
Ratification by VA voters
Requirements of US naturalization
demonstrate knowledge of US history and US principles
demonstrate ability to read, write, and speak in English
demonstrate ability to drive
demonstrate ability to testify in court
What are first amendment rights?
free religion, no government religion
peaceful assembly
publicly petition and share ideas
press can gather info, including government-criticizing stuf
free speech
What does 14th amendment do?
extends due process to states from 5th amendment
federal due process
create all laws
allow service dogs to be in commercial planes
Duties of all citizens are:
obey laws
pay taxes
serve in military if called
jury/witness duty when summoned
register and vote
Responsibilities of citizens are
register and vote
hold elective office/serve in voluntary, elected positions
participate in political campaigns & communicate with govt officials
keep informed regarding current issues
respect others' right to an equal voice in the government
What is an overarching civic responsibility?
contribute to the common good
be educated; at least high school ed
register and vote
serve in the armed forces, if called
What are ways citizens participate in community service?
consuming goods and services
volunteering for democratic institutions
express concern for holistic community welfare
help make community a good place to work and live
Functions of political parties
recruit and nominate candidates
educate the electorate about campaign issues
help candidates win elections
monitoring actions of officeholders
introduce new ideas or press for a particular issue
Similarities between political parties
organize to win elections
influence public politics
reflect both liberal and conservative views
define selves to appeal to political center
differences between are stated on website/reflected in campaigning
