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WorksheetsNaturalization Exam - US Civics
Total questions: 57
Worksheet time: 33mins
What is the supreme law of the land?
Constitution
Declaration of Independence
US President
Bible
Congress
What does the Constitution do?
Outlines the powers of the US government
Lists the reasons for America's break with England
Ensures the equal prosperity of every citizen
Freed black Americans and protected their civil rights
The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?
We the people
Life, Liberty, & Happiness
Freedom for all
Free and Brave
What is an amendment?
A change to the constition
A right protected in the constitution
An enumerated power of congress
An exception to the right to vote
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
Bill of Rights
The Preamble
The Declaration of Independence
Inalienable Rights
Which are rights or freedoms from the first amendment?
Assembly
Worship
Cruel & Unusual Punishment
Due Process
Petititon
How many amendments does the Constitution have?
27
29
23
25
What did the Declaration of Independence do?
Declared US separation from Britain
Outlined the rules for the new US government
Asserted the fundamental values for the country
Established the specific rights to be protected by the government
What are the three rights in the Declaration of Independence?
Life
Liberty
Pursuit of Happiness
Health
Shelter
What is freedom of religion?
You can practice any religion you want, including none
Government cannot have any religious expression
Religious expression must be private and not public
The state can set up an established church
What is the economic system in the United States?
Free market
Command
Traditional
Socialist
What is the rule of law?
Everyone must obey the law
Laws are permanent and eternal
Certain laws apply to particular people or groups
Judges may make exception to laws
Name three branches of the government.
Executive
Judicial
Legislative
Federal
What stops one branch of government from being too powerful?
Separation of Powers
Checks and Balances
Strength of the military
Federalism
Who is in charge of the executive branch?
President
Speaker
Congress
Supreme Court
The People
Who makes federal law?
Congress
President
Supreme Court
State legislatures
What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
Senate
House of Representatives
Judiciary
Capitol Building
The legislature
How many U.S Senators are there?
100
435
50
270
We elect a U.S. Senator how many years?
6
2
4
8
Who are state’s senators now?
Alex Padilla
Gavin Newsom
Laphonza Butler
Nancy Pelosi
The House of Representatives has how many voting members?
435
100
50
270
438
We elect a U.S. Representative for how many years?
2
4
6
8
Who does a U.S Senator represent?
All the people of the state
All the people of of their district
All the people of their city
All American citizens
Name your U.S. Representative.
Salud Carbajal
Nancy Pelosi
Eric Garcetti
Alex Padilla
Why do some states have more Representatives than other states?
Differing state populations
Differing district populations
False - they are all equal
Differing urban populations
We elect a President for how many years?
2
4
6
8
In what month do we vote for President?
April
November
January
December
What is the name of the President of the United States now?
Joe Biden
Donald Trump
George Washington
Kamala Harris
Jill Biden
What is the name of the Vice President of the United States?
Kamala Harris
Joe Biden
Mike Pence
John Adams
If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
Vice President
Speaker
Majority Leader
Determined by a new election
If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
Majority Leader
Secretary of State
Speaker
Determined by a new election
Who is Commander in Chief of the military?
The President
Speaker
Joint Chiefs
The people
Vice President
Who signs bills to become laws?
The President
Speaker
Majority Leader
Congress
Supreme Court
Who vetoes laws?
The President
The Vice President
Senate
House of Representatives
Tribune
What does the President’s cabinet do?
Advises the President
Presides over the Senate
Helps elect the president
Presides over the House of Representatives
What are two Cabinet-level positions?
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of State
Chief of Staff
Secretary of Finance
Press Secretary
What does the judicial branch do?
Review laws
Pass laws
Carry out laws
Veto Laws
What is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
Federal appeals Court
Federal Circuit Court
Super-duper Court
How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
5
7
9
13
10
Who is the Chief Justice of the United States?
John G. Roberts Jr.
Ruth Bader Gingsburg
Brett Kavanaugh
John Marshall
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the federal government. Which of the following are powers of the federal government?
To declare war
Regulate interstate commerce
Print money
Conduct elections
Regulate public health
Under our Constitution, some powers belong to the states. What are some of the powers of the states?
Approve zoning and land use
Issue licenses
Direct public education
Regulate immigration
Print Money
Who is the Governor of your state now?
Gavin Newson
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Nancy Pelosi
Jerry Brown
What is the Capital of your state?
Sacramento
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Washington D.C.
What are the two major political parties In the United States?
Democratic
Republican
Libertarian
Socialist
Freedom
What is the political party of the President now?
Democratic
Republican
Independent
Freedom
Socialist
What is the name of the Speaker of the House of Representatives now?
Nancy Pelosi
Kevin McCarthy
Mike Johnson
Chuck Schumer
Mitch McConnell
Which of the following describe the four amendments to the Constitution about who can vote.
All male citizens can vote regardless of race.
All male and female citizens can vote.
All US citizens 18 years and older can vote.
Poll taxes are illegal.
All US citizens and green card holders can vote.
What are responsibilities that are only for a United States citizen?
Serve on a jury
Vote in federal elections
Pay taxes
Serve in the military
Which are rights only for United States citizens.
Vote in a federal election
Run for office
Own a business
Due process of law
What are rights of everyone living In the United States?
Freedom of Expression
Freedom of Worship
Right of Assembly
Right to bear Arms
Right to Due Process
What do we show loyalty to when we say Pledge of Allegiance?
The President
The United States
The American Flag
God
Congress
What are promises you make when you become a United States citizen?
To serve in the military if needed
To obey all laws
To defend and protect the constitution
To surrender your loyalties to your former country
To vote in every election
How old do citizens have to be to vote for President?
35
18
19
21
25
What are ways that Americans can participate in their democracy?
Vote
Run for office
Join civic and community groups
Start a business
Petition their congressman and Senator over bills
When is the last day you can send in federal income tax forms?
April 15
June 15
December 31
November 15
September 1
When must all men register for the Selective Service?
16
18
19
21
