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Worksheets2014 SOL Civics Released Test
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 21mins
Which statement best expresses the principle of "consent of the governed"?
Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States in more than 200 years?
The process of adding amendments is very complex
The courts strike down many amendments
National laws limit the number of amendments
Changes in society are too small to require amendments
This phrase best refers to the -
failed policies made by foreign officials
grievances in the Declaration of Independence
national problems caused by outdated laws
weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation
A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by-
serving in the military
paying an income tax
serving on a jury
obeying the state law
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
It helps businesses find and train new employees
It addresses local needs and serves the public good
It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers
It removes the national government's duty to improve society
Which phrase completes this diagram?
state population
the number of political districts
voter registration
the number of state senators
This action is one way the president can influence-
judicial review
foreign affairs
international trade
national policies
Which branch of government has the power to declare Virginia laws unconstitutional?
State judicial branch
Federal executive branch
State executive branch
Federal legislative branch
Which executive power is being demonstrated in this drawing?
Power to influence legislation
Ability to veto legislation
Power to approve cabinet members
Ability to change judicial decisions
In which court case did the United States Supreme Court established the power of judicial review?
Dred Scott v. Sanford
Brown v. Board of Education
Marbury v. Madison
Plessy v Ferguson
The local government in Virginia most likely created this law in order to-
promote public health
support federal laws
protect consumer rights
regulate land use
The principle of federalism gives governmental power to-
the county and local governments
a strong confederate government
the national and state governments
a powerful state government
The power of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the -
Virginia Circuit Court
Constitution of Virginia
United States Attorney General
Constitution of the United States
Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county?
8 am
9 am
10 am
11 am
In a criminal case, a jury determines-
how much money one person needs to pay another person
whether someone is guilty of breaking the law
the best way to settle a disagreement between two people
whether a person's plea deal can be accepted
Which person is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia?
Alyssa
Ranjan
Carla
Rick
How are implied powers most often used by the United States Congress?
To help carry out expressed powers
To force the executive branch to sign new legislation
To encourage citizens to vote
To give the government veto powers
Which power is a responsibility of the Virginia General Assembly?
Exercises judicial review
Approves the state budget
Regulates the economy
Administers state bureaucracy
Which action is an example of political lobbying?
The governor gives special advice to legislative members
A mayoral candidate holds a campaign rally for registered voters
The local newspaper exposes corrupt practices in election campaigns
A health group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws
From this information, it can best be concluded that the news media-
showed little favoritism between political parties
displayed a positive bias to the candidate from Party X
showed negative bias toward both political parties
gave more positive coverage to the candidate from Party Y
Which amendment led to this decision?
5th
8th
13th
16th
According to this table, what will happen if the price of a slice of pizza decreases from $2.50 to $1.00?
Customers will not buy as much pizza
Profits of pizza makers will increase
There will not be enough pizza produced
The cost of producing pizzas will rise
What is the best title for this list?
Characteristics that Employers Seek
National Requirements for All Jobs
Personal Training Courses offered by the Federal Government
Outdated Skills due to Technological Advancements
Which pair of economic systems best completes this diagram?
Mixed--Traditional
Command--Traditional
Mixed--Free Market
Free Market--Command
Which term best describes the message on the poster?
Insurance
Deposit
Investment
Guarantee
Which characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming most desirable?
A person who recently earned a high school diploma but has no work experience
A person who earned a 2-year associate's degree in general business but has no work experience
A person with a 4-year bachelor's degree and programming experience
A person with a doctoral degree in economics and management experience
Which term completes this economic flow?
Taxes
Income
Savings
Investment
Which is an example of a proprietorship?
Edward owns a restaurant. He is responsible for all of the restaurant's debts.
Roberta owns stock in a steel company. She receives a portion of the company's profits.
Juan and Phillip own a bookstore. They are both responsible for the bookstore's debts.
Janet and Miriam own a flower shop. They share equally in the shop's profits.
This headline describes a case involving--
civil rights
property rights
employee rights
consumer rights
Which is the best action the government can take to increase the amount of funds available for businesses?
borrow money
lower taxes
balance the budget
reduce consumer demand
This agreement is an example of how the United States takes part in a -
regulatory organization
military agreement
global economy
financial agreement
Which action represents a way the federal government can promote business competition?
Punishing polluters
Regulating investors
Enforcing tariffs
Prohibiting monopolies
Which 3 goods and services are provided by the government?
Post Office
Private School
Public Library
Police Station
What characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming most desirable?
A person who just graduated high school with no work experience
A person who has a 2 year associate's degree with no work experience
A person with a 4 year bachelor's degree with programming experience
A person with a doctoral degree in economics and management experience
A business legally separated from the people that own it.
Proprietorship
Partnership
Sole Proprietorship
Corporation
Which 3 statements are examples of effective and respectful participation in civic life.
Traveling overseas
Volunteering at a soup kitchen
Serving in the military
Obeying laws
Rioting against a court decision
A man on trial refuses to testify against himself.
1st
5th
14th
The Federal government is divided in order to-
resist foreign influence
restrict individual rights
prevent abuses of power
limit the power for the military
Which hat is the President wearing?
Chief Legislator
Commander in Chief
Chief Executive
Chief Citizen
Which hat is the President wearing?
Chief Diplomat
Chief Executive
Chief of the Party
Chief Citizen
