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Benchmark Review

Total questions: 88

Worksheet time: 1hrs 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of these is NOT a way to become a citizen of the United States?
a)
being born in America
b)
Having parents that are citizens
c)
naturalization
d)
reading books about America
2.
True or False: If a person is not born here, but they have American citizen parents, they can still be an American citizen.
a)
True
b)
False
3.
Something you MUST do is called...
a)
a responsibility
b)
a right
c)
a duty
d)
nothing
4.
Which of the following is a step in the naturalization process?
a)
applying for a driver's license
b)
getting a job
c)
registering to vote
d)
taking a citizenship test
5.
An important right and responsibility of all citizens is to
a)
obey traffic laws
b)
vote in elections
c)
pay taxes
d)
serve on a jury
6.
The US has a written constitution, this characteristic is one of a:
a)
Limited Government
b)
Unlimited Government
7.
The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution are called the
a)
Articles of Confederation
b)
The Preamble
c)
Bill of Rights
d)
Rules of Law
8.
Which amendment gives us freedom of speech , religion and press?
a)
First
b)
Second
c)
Third
d)
Fourth
9.
What is the name of the first written plan of government in America?
a)
Constitution
b)
Treaty of Paris
c)
Declaration of Independence
d)
Articles of Confederation
10.
Americans were afraid that a __?__ would lead to tyranny, or oppressive rule.
a)
strong state government
b)
weak government
c)
strong central government
d)
legslature
11.
What is one reason Americans wanted to change the Articles of Confederation?
a)
They opposed the Land Ordinance of 1785.
b)
They didn't want the government to have only 1 branch. 
c)
National government was weak, state government had too much power, states were not working together, and there was no leader.
d)
State government was weak and unsuccessful.
12.

Federal judge impeached best illustrates which concept

a)

democracy

b)

consent of the governed

c)

rule of law

d)

popular sovereignty

13.

We the people is an example of which principle

a)

consent of governed

b)

rule of law

c)

popular sovereignty

d)

democracy

14.

Why were the charters of the Virginia Company of London important

a)

They created a federal court system

b)

They established a national banking system

c)

They guaranteed the colonists’ rights as Englishmen

d)

They stated the colonists’ grievances against the English king

15.

Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States in more than 200 years?

a)

The process of adding amendments is very complex

b)

The courts strike down many amendments

c)

National laws limit the number of amendments

d)

Changes in society are too small to require amendments

16.

There are two ways to become a United States citizen. One is by birth and the other is by —

a)

emigration

b)

alienship

c)

naturalization

d)

immigration

17.

The idea that newspapers have a right to criticize the government is known as freedom of —

a)

assembly

b)

the press

c)

the economy

d)

speech

18.

In order for a United States citizen to receive a fair trial

a)

evaluate judges

b)

vote in elections

c)

pay poll taxes

d)

serve on juries

19.

A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by —

a)

serving in the military

b)

paying an income tax

c)

serving on a jury

d)

obeying the state law

20.

For government to be effective, citizens must —

a)

perform civic duties

b)

identify with local leaders

c)

work for elected officials

d)

join political parties

21.

By starting this school supply drive, Aiko and Ian are —

a)

engaging in community service

b)

demonstrating a civic duty

c)

fulfilling their duties as students

d)

engaging in patriotic acts

22.

Why is community service important in a democratic nation

a)

It helps businesses find and train new employees

b)

It addresses local needs and serves the public good

c)

It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers

d)

It removes the national government's duty to improve society.

23.

Susan went to the movies and asked the person of her to turn her phone off quietly this is an example of

a)

Honesty

b)

Responsibility

c)

Accountability

d)

Courtesy

24.

Laura gets herself up each morning and fixes her own breakfast. Which personal trait is she most likely demonstrating?

a)

Patriotism

b)

Respect

c)

Self-reliance

d)

Honesty

25.

When driving a car you stop at the sign this is an example of what?

a)

Patriotism

b)

Courtesy

c)

Respect for the law

d)

community service

26.

Political parties distribute literature about their candidates in order to —

a)

recruit individuals to run for office

b)

educate the electorate about campaign issues

c)

help new residents register to vote

d)

assist people in getting to their polling places

27.

In order to win an election, a major party is most likely to —

a)

appeal to the political center

b)

propose cuts to popular programs

c)

divide campaign funds between candidates equally

d)

organize leaders of special interest groups

28.

Third parties differ from the two main political parties because third parties —

a)

have more political experience

b)

have more official members

c)

are older than the two main parties

d)

are often concerned with one issue

29.

Which of the following is the best to use in evaluating campaign messages

a)

Recognizing bias

b)

Conducting voter surveys

c)

Holding debates

d)

Analyzing election results

30.

"Alexander and Barnes to run for governor" What role is this newspaper playing in the election process

a)

Publishing editorials

b)

Identifying candidates

c)

Providing a forum for voters

d)

Highlighting issues

31.

The main purpose of a Political Action Committee (PAC) is to —

a)

publicize a presidential candidate's ideas through the use of the media

b)

develop the party platform for the candidate's party

c)

see that money is distributed equally among presidential candidates

d)

raise money for candidates who support the same views

32.

Which of the following is a qualification to vote in VA

a)

Licensed driver

b)

Employed

c)

Married

d)

State resident

33.

House of Representatives the number is based on what?

a)

state population

b)

the number of political districts

c)

voter registration

d)

the number of state senators

34.

In a winner-take-all system, the candidate who wins receives —

a)

all of the state's electoral votes

b)

half of the state's electoral votes

c)

2/3 of the state's electoral votes

d)

90% of the state's electoral votes

35.

Select all of the ways the media

play an important role in setting the public agenda.

a)

focus public attention on selected issues

b)

offer a forum in which opposing viewpoints are communicated

c)

hold government officials accountable to the public

d)

pass laws to support public needs

36.

Government officials use ________ to communicate with the public.

a)

the media

b)

the military

c)

scare tactics

d)

elected officials

37.

Select all of the strategies used to evaluate media.

a)

separate fact from opinion

b)

separate needs from wants

c)

detect bias

d)

identify propaganda

e)

evaluate sources

38.

Seeking to influence legislators to introduce or vote for or against a bill is called ______.

a)

demonstrating

b)

public agenda

c)

lobbying

d)

demanding

39.

How can individuals influence public policy? (Select all)

a)

saving and investing

b)

join interest groups (NRA, PETA)

c)

participate in politics (vote, campaign, seek office)

40.

How do interest groups influence public policy?

(Select all)

a)

identifying issues

b)

making political contributions

c)

lobbying government officials

d)

expressing opinions (letters, email, demonstrations)

e)

threatening elected and/or appointed officials

41.

Select all of the international issues/events that would require policy decisions by the local government.

a)

public health concerns in the event of a pandemic (flu, plague)

b)

public safety in the event of an act of terrorism

c)

propaganda and bias issues

d)

economic development policies in response to the emerging global economy

e)

policies to protect the environment (wildlife protection)

42.

What is the term for topics that are at the top of the public's concerns and have the attention of political leaders? (ex - oil spill)

a)

demonstrations

b)

pandemic

c)

global economy

d)

public agenda

43.

Choose all of the statements that are TRUE regarding scarcity.

(Select all answers that apply.)

a)

We have unlimited wants, but our resources are limited.

b)

The goods and services we want exceed our ability to produce them.

c)

Scarcity forces consumers, producers, and governments to make difficult choices.

d)

Scarcity is defined as the ability to satisfy all wants at the same time. All resources and goods are unlimited.

44.

Resources are factors of production that are used in the production of goods and services. Select all examples of resources.

a)

production

b)

capital

c)

supply

d)

natural

e)

human

45.

Which term below is a selection of an item or action from a set of possible alternatives?

a)

opportunity cost

b)

choice

c)

production

d)

consumption

46.

Which term below is what is given up when a choice is made (the second-best alternative)?

a)

opportunity cost

b)

choice

c)

production

d)

consumption

47.

Which term below is the using of goods and services?

a)

opportunity cost

b)

choice

c)

production

d)

consumption

48.

Which term below is the combining of human, natural, capital, and entrepreneurship resources to make goods or provide services?

a)

opportunity cost

b)

choice

c)

production

d)

consumption

49.

How do producers determine what will be produced?

a)

They pay attention to consumer preferences and available resources.

b)

They produce only what the government suggests they produce.

c)

They roll the dice and hope for the best.

50.

Consumer _____ and ____ determine what is purchased and consumed.

a)

supply and demand

b)

income and services

c)

preference and price

51.

What are the three basic questions of economics? (Select 3.)

a)

How will it be produced?

b)

When will it be produced?

c)

Why will it be produced?

d)

For whom will it be produced?

e)

What will be produced?

52.

Which of the following statements are TRUE regarding a traditional economy?

(Select 2.)

a)

Economic decisions are based on supply and demand.

b)

Economic decisions are based on custom and historical precedent.

c)

People often perform the same type of work as their parents and grandparents, regardless of ability or potential.

d)

People choose their careers based on skills and preferences.

53.

Which of the following are characteristics of a

free market economy?

(Select all answers that apply.)

a)

private ownership of property and resources

b)

profit motive and competition

c)

consumer sovereignty and individual choice

d)

lack of consumer choice

e)

minimal government involvement in the economy

54.

Which of the following are characteristics of a

command economy?

(Select all answers that apply.)

a)

profit motive

b)

consumer choice

c)

central ownership of property and resources

d)

centrally-planned economy with little consumer choice

e)

competition

55.

Which of the following are characteristics of a

mixed economy?

(Select all answers that apply.)

a)

In the private sector, individuals and businesses are the owners and decision makers.

b)

In the public sector, individuals and businesses are the owners and decision makers.

c)

In the public sector, the government is the owner and decision maker.

d)

Most economies today, including the U.S. economy, are mixed economies.

e)

In the private sector, the government is the owner and decision maker.

56.

In a mixed economy, which sector operates like a command economy?

a)

public

b)

private

c)

both public and private

57.

In a mixed economy, which sector operates like a free market economy?

a)

public

b)

private

c)

both public and private

58.

The key factor in determining the type of economy a country has is...

a)

the amount of resources owned by the country.

b)

the supply and demand of the consumers.

c)

the price of goods and services.

d)

the extent of government involvement in the economy.

59.

A consumer is like a king. What consumers want, businesses produce. What is the term for "consumer is king"?

a)

consumer poverty

b)

consumer sovereignty

c)

profit motive

d)

consumption

60.

Which type of resource is the person who has the ideas for new businesses?

a)

natural

b)

human

c)

capital

d)

entrepreneurship

61.

Which type of resource is tools, equipment, and investment money?

a)

natural

b)

human

c)

capital

d)

entrepreneurship

62.

Financial institutions help with the transfer of money between ______.

a)

savers and borrowers

b)

businesses and the government

c)

state and local governments

d)

you and your family members

63.

What are the two main jobs of private financial institutions?

a)

Offer loans and print money

b)

Accept deposits and help consumers

c)

Accept deposits and offer loans

d)

Give ATM cards and credit cards

64.

Select all of the financial institutions-

a)

bank

b)

credit union

c)

savings and loan

d)

federal reserve system

65.

How does a financial institution encourage savings?

a)

pay interest

b)

give away free prizes

c)

advertisements

d)

provide a safe place to keep your money

66.

Private financial institutions act as intermediaries between savers and --?

a)

borrowers

b)

the government

c)

taxation

d)

businesses

67.

What do financial institutions do with your deposits?

a)

make loans

b)

put it in their vault

c)

place it in other banks for safe keeping

d)

keep it in security boxes

68.
Banks, credit unions, and savings and loans, and any firm that receives deposits and makes loans are all types of what?
a)
Financial communication commissions
b)
Private financial institutions
c)
Public financial institutions
d)
Deposit insurance companies
69.

Vans, Netflix and Youtube are examples of.....

a)

Sole Proprietorships

b)

Partnerships

c)

Corporations

d)

Franchises

70.
Financial institutions attract funds from savers by offering ____________ on savings. 
a)
Profits
b)
Revenues
c)
Interest
d)
Benefits
71.
How do banks help businesses?
a)
making loans
b)
issuing credit cards
c)
sharing profits
d)
issuing insurance
72.

What kind of advancements create new jobs in the workplace?

a)

financial advancements

b)

technological advancements

c)

governmental advancements

d)

democratic advancements

73.

Select all of the characteristics of a CORPORATION.

a)

2 or more owners

b)

Owner takes all of the risks

c)

Acts as a legal entity

d)

Profits are shared

74.

Entrepreneurs are in search of-

a)

A business structure

b)

Stock

c)

Profits

d)

Creating a new business

75.

Which part of the flow diagram uses income to purchase products?

a)

Government

b)

Households/ Individuals

c)

Businesses

76.

The worldwide markets in which the buying and selling of goods and services by all nations takes place-

a)

International flow

b)

Command Economy

c)

Global Economy

d)

Reasons why nations trade

77.

What reason why nations and states trade best supports the statement in the box?

a)

Get goods they cannot produce

b)

Sell goods to other countries

c)

Obtain goods at lower costs

d)

To create jobs

78.

Technology _______________ the cost of production.

a)

raises

b)

lowers

79.

The UK is a major exporter of gas and oil and supply a lot of the world with becuase they make it really well. What ideas best support this?

a)

Create new technology

b)

Specialize in products

c)

Make a larger profit

d)

Promote efficiency and growth

80.
What is a form of business organization with one owner who takes all the risks and all the profits?
a)
Proprietorship
b)
Partnership
c)
Corporation
d)
Business
81.
What is a form of business organization with two or more owners who share the risks and the profits?
a)
Proprietorship
b)
Partnership
c)
Corporation
d)
Business
82.
What is the BEST definition of an entrepreneur?
a)
person who purchases raw materials from businesses and sells them to the government
b)
person who improves on an invention
c)
person who invents a brand new product
d)
person who takes a risk to produce and sell goods and services in search of profit
83.
Which is NOT a part of the economic flow of the United States economy?
a)
Resources
b)
Strength
c)
Goods and services
d)
Money
84.
What can people and businesses do to increase consumption later?
a)
Save and invest
b)
Spend and retire
c)
Buy and sell
d)
Parkour!!
85.
According to the notes, who uses tax revenue to provide goods and services?
a)
Individuals
b)
Businesses
c)
The government
86.
According to the notes, who makes products and sells them?
a)
Individuals
b)
Businesses
c)
The government
87.
What type of business organization is authorized by law to act as a legal person regardless of the number of owners?
a)
partnership
b)
corporation
c)
proprietorship
d)
government
88.
What type of business organization has two or more owners who share risks and profits?
a)
proprietorship
b)
partnership
c)
corporation
d)
friendship

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