Worksheets1st 9 Week Test Review
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 39mins
Sam was born in Canada, has lived in the U.S. for 4 years, and is 19 years old. Which option makes Sam a U.S. citizen?
Law of Soil
Law of Blood
Naturalization
Permanent Resident
Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen?
passing a U.S. Citizenship exam
working in the U.S. for at least five years
being born to American parents
serving in the U.S. military
How a political party feels on certain issues is stated in their...
radio addresses
mailings
pamphlets
platforms
Which political party has a donkey as their logo?
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Green Party
Libertarian Party
The elephant is the symbol associated with which political party?
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Green Party
One Republican Party core belief is _____________________.
more taxes
increase taxes
less taxes
no taxes
One Democratic Party core belief is _____________________.
destroy the environment
Raise Taxes
Cut taxes
Not funding social programs
In the modern political system, which issue represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?
the responsibilities of government (How involved they should get)
the frequency of national elections
he legality of the U.S. Constitution
the support for the U.S. military soldier
What long term policy goal of the interest group?
electing candidates
regulating elections
improving citizens' lives
influencing political appointments
Who do lobbyists represent? (Who typically hires them?)
Elected Officials
Interest Groups
Rich Donors
The Media
What is the main purpose of Political Action Committees (PACs)?
Using money to give influence candidates running for office
convincing politicians to support their interest group's positions with their decisions
providing politicians with unbiased information to increase the common good
endorsing candidates that support their personal views and agree with their platform
Based on the government system in the United States, which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decisions?
watching political debates on television
discussing political issues at work
collecting opinions for a yearbook
gathering signatures for a petition
Who are considered the "Persuaders" or "Convincers" in Government?
Mr. L
Media
Lobbyists
Political Action Committee
What are ways individuals can influence and monitor the government? (hint: there are FOUR correct answers!)
run for political office
attend civic meetings
vote
petition the government
lobby senators and representatives
Using a picture or word as a representation of something else is an example of:
bias
convey
symbolism
lobbying
Which option presents a clear point of view?
Bias
Propaganda
Symbolism
Metaphor
a preference, opinion or attitude that favors one way of thinking or feeling over another
name calling
bias
special interest group
editorial
Which represents an opinionated, one sided point of view?
symbolism
bias
propaganda
Which type of communication is shown in this poster?
accurate
biased
informational
propaganda
Which of the following is an obligation of citizenship?
being informed about issues
volunteering for public service
voting in elections
paying taxes
Activities citizens SHOULD do are called . . .
rights.
responsibilities.
obligations.
petitions.
Activities citizens HAVE to do are called . . .
rights.
responsibilities.
obligations.
common good.
Why is it important for citizens to meet the obligation requested in this document?
to guarantee our right to confront witnesses
to preseve constitutional limits on governmental power
to guarantee our right to be judged by a jury of our peers
to protect our right to petition for a writ of habeas corpus
Which of these are obligations of U.S citizens? Choose THREE of the following.
pay taxes
owning a firearm
Flush the toilet
serve on a jury (jury duty)
obey laws
Law of Soil means
A child gets citizenship from parent(s)
A child is born on USA land/territory
Law of blood means:
A child gets citizenship from parent(s)
A child is born on USA land/territory
What right do citizens have?
(A RIGHT is something that CAN NOT be taken away)
attending public schools
owning property
holding a job
voting
What is the term for the idea that those who govern must follow the laws, meaning no one is above the law?
rule of law
elastic clause
separation of powers
veto power
The ________________ Party wants to share wealth with workers.
(Take money from the rich/wealthy and give it to the working class)
Communists
Federalists
Socialists
Green
The newspaper headline above describes a government process.
Why might this have been a difficult election for Richards to win?
Richards is a homeowner.
Richards is a party leader
Richards has less political experience than his opponent.
Richards has less employment experience than his opponent.
Why is Maria the more qualified candidate?
Her age
Her beliefs/platforms
Her experience
Her family
The poster below is from a recent election
Doug is pro-immigration!
Doug is pro-military!
Vote for Doug
Based on the poster, what conclusion can be drawn about the candidate?
Doug is running for judge
Doug is running for mayor
Doug is running for president
Doug is running for city council
Which option represents a way that multiple perspectives are reflected in political participation?
Public Meetings
Press Conference
Legislative Sessions
State of the Union Address
The following are requirements for which political office?
- At least 35 years old
- Natural born citizen
- Lived in US for 14 years
President
U.S. Senator
FL Senator
Vice President
The following are requirements for which political office?
At least 25 years old
US citizen for 7 years
Live in the state they represent
U.S. House of Representatives
U.S. Senator
FL Governor
President
