WorksheetsMission Possible Day 8
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 34mins
SS.7.C.3.13 The following is an excerpt from the U.S. Constitution.
“This Constitution, and the Laws of the United States which shall be made in pursuance thereof; and all treaties made, or which shall be made, under the authority of the United States, shall be the supreme law of the land; and the judges in every state shall be bound thereby, anything in the constitution or laws of any state to the contrary notwithstanding.”
Based on the passage, which of the following statements is true?
The U.S. Constitution can override Florida laws
Laws in Florida can override the U.S. Constitution
The U.S. Constitution must seek approval from a state to overturn state laws
Laws created in Florida prior to the U.S. Constitution do not have to adhere to the U.S. Constitution
SS.7.C.2.8 In which of the following ways do modern Democrats differ from Republicans?
Republicans tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Democrats
Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Republicans
Democrats tend to favor tax decreases, while Republicans tend to favor keeping tax rates the same
Republicans tend to favor tax increases, while Democrats tend to favor keeping tax rates the same
SS.7.C.2.8 The main beliefs of a political party are summarized below:
· Lower or equal taxes for all
· Defense of right to bear arms
· Less interference from government
Which political party holds these views?
Communist Party
Libertarian Party
Democratic Party
Republican Party
SS.7.C.2.2 The information below lists examples of actions that citizens can take.
· Attending public meetings
· Helping neighbors after a storm
· Running for elected office
· Volunteering in the community
What will happen if a citizen does NOT perform these actions?
The democracy will fail
The common good will suffer
The citizen will be charged with a crime
The citizen will be fined
SS.7.C.2.8 The statement below if from a political party platform.
“We, the workers and our allies, need to take power from the hands of the wealthy few, their corporations, and their political operatives.”
What political party is most likely represented in this statement?
Democratic
Republican
Socialist
Communist
SS.7.C.3.13 What part of the Florida Constitution protects individual rights?
Declaration of Rights
Bill of Rights
Amendments
Preamble
SS.7.C.2.2 Which of the following provides an accurate example of a duty or a responsibility?
Attending a public meeting is a duty because each community member is required to provide input
Serving on a jury is a responsibility because jury members are U.S. citizens
Petitioning the government is a responsibility because citizens can choose to voice their opinions
Registering for selective service is an example of a responsibility because all U.S. citizens may be asked to serve
SS.7.C.2.8 Which statement reflects modern day Republican views on the role of government?
Republicans favor less government, lower taxes, and greater personal freedom
Republicans favor value-based government, affordable health care, and greater personal freedom
Republicans favor themselves as the people’s party, helping the working classes and against monopoly capitalism
Republicans favor more affordable health care, increased public funding for education, and an end to discrimination in all forms
SS.7.C.3.1 Julie lives in a country where no one individual has complete control. When her country needs to make policy decisions for the good of the population, all citizens are asked to attend a meeting to cast a vote. Which form of government is illustrated in this scenario?
Autocracy
Absolute Monarchy
Oligarchy
Direct Democracy
1SS.7.C.2.2 The diagram below represents different activities.
Which of the following could go in the missing part of the diagram?
Registering for Selective Service
Join a political party
Volunteering in the community
Running for an elected office
SS.7.C.3.13 The diagram below compares the process for amending the U.S. and Florida Constitutions.
Which sentence completes the diagram?
The Speaker of the House approves the amendment
Sixty percent (60%) of the citizens vote to approve the amendment
A majority of the Florida Supreme Court Justices approve the amendment
A majority of the members of the Governor’s Cabinet approve the amendment
SS.7.C.3.1 Below is a quote from Abraham Lincoln.
“We the people are the rightful masters of both Congress and the courts, not to overthrow the Constitution…”
What form of government does this quote most likely support?
Autocracy
Oligarchy
Absolute Monarchy
Representative Democracy
SS.7.C.3.13 A headline is shown below.
Which of the following can be concluded about a difference between the Florida constitution and the U.S. constitution?
Citizens can be involved in the amendment process by contacting their representatives
Citizens can be directly involved in the amendment process by voting on the actual amendment
Only elected officials may change constitutions
Only elected officials vote on amendments
SS.7.C.3.1 The conversation below is between two individuals.
Greg: I think that the views of the people should be reflected by government decisions.
Martha: I agree, people should be able to elect their government leaders.
Which form of government would these two most likely supports?
Republic
Oligarchy
Autocracy
Monarchy
SS.7.C.4.2 Which is an example of a way that a citizen can seek participation in an international organization?
Email about internship opportunities at the International Red Cross
“Like” the Facebook page of the World Trade Organization
Request a trial before the World Court
Ask to join the United Nations
SS.7.C.3.1 Jordan lives in a country where his family is part of the ruling class. He has been told that when his father steps down as leader, he will be the next in line to hold all the power in his country. What form of government does Jordan’s country have?
Absolute Monarchy
Constitutional Monarchy
Oligarchy
Direct Democracy
SS.7.C.4.2 Which of the following international organizations allows countries like the United States, Canada, and Mexico to take advantage of lower taxes on international commerce?
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)
United Nations (UN)
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
