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WorksheetsCIVICS EOC REVIEW
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The use of Uncle Sam in this propaganda poster to represent the U.S. government is an example of ___________.
bias
symbolism
socialism
diplomacy
________ a preference, opinion or attitude that favors one way of thinking or feeling over another.
Bias
Propaganda
Symbolism
capitalism
In what way was this poster a form of propaganda?
It made extreme and unfounded claims.
It was issued by the United States government.
It distorted physical appearances in a negative way
It appealed to emotions to encourage women to work.
A person who is hired by an interest group to influence or persuade politicians to vote a certain way on issues related to the interest group
lobbyist
communist
socialist
capitalist
Which of the following is the primary function of a political action committee (PAC)?
to contribute funds or money to political or candidate campaigns
to create foreign policy
to create domestic policy
to lobby Congress
Which government office has these requirements?
-Be 30 or older
-Citizen for 9 years
-Reside in the state you represent
U.S. Senate
U.S. President
U.S. House of Representatives
Florida House of Representatives
Which refers to the work of keeping up relations between the governments of different countries?
autocracy
military policy
domestic policy
diplomacy
What does a person born in any U.S. territory automatically become?
a natural or native born citizen
a permanent resident alien
a naturalized citizen
a refugee
How is the distribution of goods and services determined in a free market system?
by the free interaction of producers and consumers, based on supply and demand
by government officials who determine what should be produced and how it is distributed
by the government for basic industries and utilities, and by supply and demand for other goods and services
by private trading arrangements between groups of producers and consumers, supervised by government officials.
A pond in Orange County has become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Which government agency should citizens address to resolve this problem?
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Orange County Pest Control Office
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Which of the following is an example of an action that would support U.S. domestic policy interests?
negotiating trade agreements with other countries
imposing sanctions on countries that are acting as aggressors
supporting the humanitarian efforts of international organizations
increasing regulations on food products grown in the United States
In October 1962, American spy planes discovered that the Soviet Union was about to install nuclear missiles in Cuba, 90 miles from Florida. How did President John F. Kennedy respond to this crisis?
He ordered the invasion of Cuba by an army of Cuban exiles.
He threatened the Soviet Union with an immediate nuclear attack.
He agreed to let the missiles remain in Cuba in order to avoid a nuclear war.
He established a naval blockade around Cuba until the missiles were removed.
Which of the following occurred in consequence of this event?
The United States entered World War II.
The United States entered the Korean War.
The United States signed the Atlantic Charter.
The United States signed the United Nations Charter.
What do these international organizations have in common?
International organizations focused on common defense
International organizations that grew out of the Cold War
International organizations formed to help developing nations
International organizations in which the United States plays a role
What is the purpose of imposing sanctions on a foreign country?
to obtain economic benefits from the foreign country
to place pressure on its leaders to change their policies
to demonstrate the economic power of the United States
to force foreign leaders to accept an unpopular trade agreement
What is the primary objective of U.S. foreign policy?
to act as the world’s policeman
to protect the security of the United States
to help Americans acquire more wealth than any other people
to make the United States the most popular nation in the world
Which of the following is an example of voting at the national level?
voting for the Governor for the state of Florida
voting for a local school board member
voting the President of the country
voting for a Justice to the Florida Supreme Court
Based on the U.S. Constitution, how is the President of the United States chosen?
elected directly by the people
elected by the state legislatures
elected by the Electoral College
elected by the members of Congress
Which phrase completes the diagram?
Attend Civic Meetings
Tour Government Buildings
Help Family Members
Act as a watchdog
How did the 12th Amendment change the Electoral College?
Electors vote for the President and the Vice President.
Electors were required to follow the voters in their state.
Each state had to give all of its electoral votes to a single candidate.
In the event of a tie, the election would go to the House of Representatives
Which economic system allows for greater economic freedom?
communism
fascism
capitalism
socialism
Which international organization's purpose is to keep peace around the world and develop friendly relationships among nations?
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
World Health Organization (WHO)
United Nations (UN)
The World Bank
Problem:
Someone who lives in an apartment is concerned that mice, rats, and cockroaches are getting into the trash bins and creating a health problem.
What is one requirement that both the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives have in common?
be at least 30 years old
reside in the state your represent
be at least 35 years old
be a natural born citizen
Which of the following issues would most likely be a foreign policy matter?
balancing the federal budget
negotiating a treaty with Mexico
raising the retirement age for Social Security
revising neighborhood zoning restrictions
What is one way in which an individual citizen can influence the government?
save money from extra earnings
help a neighbor solve a problem
sign a petition to state legislators
watch television to become better informed
What is the meaning of the phrase “U.S. foreign policy”?
any action by Congress affecting the size of U.S. armed forces
any government policy concerning affairs within the United States
any action by private individuals helping people in foreign countries
any U.S. government action relating to other countries around the world
Which is an impact of having free and fair elections?
Government officials can act without concern for public opinion.
Citizens can place their trust in democratic institutions like elections to be free and fair.
Government officials agree on all policies.
Citizens only support one candidate.
You want to get a law passed requiring radon detectors in all houses. What type of group would you
most likely organize to help reach that goal?
city council
focus group
interest group
political party
The newspaper headline above identifies an event in U.S. history. What led to the event described in this newspaper headline?
Communist North Korea had invaded South Korea.
Students in Tehran had seized the staff of the U.S. Embassy as hostages.
Japan had launched a surprise attack on the U.S. Navy at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
Vietnamese Communists had attempted to topple the government of South Vietnam.
Which of the following best completes the table?
to promote peaceful coexistence and worldwide cooperation
to protect member countries from North America and Europe
to resolve international legal disputes
to supervise and set rules for international trade
What is the main purpose of propaganda?
to provide impartial information
to influence the views of the public
to resolve disagreements without emotion
to prevent one group from having an unfair advantage
What role of the media is depicted in the headline below:
Biased Reporting
Watchdog Role
Political Action Committees
Lobbying
Which phrase completes the diagram?
How the media influences government
How lobbyists monitor government officials
How elected officials influence public opinion
How individuals can influence the government
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
Florida Legislator
President
Which type of communication is shown in this poster?
unbiased
propaganda
informational
accurate
How did this political advertisement show bias?
it drew readers’ attention to an important issue.
it provided readers with an opportunity to learn more.
It let readers know that it had been paid for by “Romney for President, Inc.”
It accused Perry of planning to end Social Security without sharing his point of view.
The following quote is from the Magna Carta:
“No free man shall be taken, or imprisoned…exiled, or in any way harmed…save by the lawful judgment of his peers [equals]..."
What does this quote refer to?
security of lawful judgment
rule of law
Mayflower Compact
the right to trial by a jury
The 15th , 19th, 24th & 26th Amendments all had what effect on the political process?
They limited the powers of the executive branch
They increased checks & balances on the three branches
They increased the numbers of minority voters
They made it more difficult for illegal immigrants to vote
The Founding Fathers divided the power to make, enforce, and interpret laws between the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government.
What might have happened if they had given all of these powers to the executive branch?
The balance of power among the different branches would make government more efficient.
The president could have grown too powerful, leading to tyranny.
Congress would have had more occasions to override presidential vetoes.
Supreme Court justices would have had to strike down more laws as unconstitutional
According to the Declaration of Independence, which are examples of natural rights?
freedom of speech and of the press
the right to free health care and education
the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
the right to use the resources of nature, including air and water
The colonial theory of government
Montesquieu’s separation of powers
Grievances of the colonists against Britain
False rumors spread by colonial newspapers
Which phrase completes the diagram?
Congress can raise an army.
Congress has the power to collect taxes.
The national government controls state tax collection.
The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review.
According to the Declaration of Independence, the people have the right to alter or abolish a government if that government…
is a limited monarchy
violates or does not protect their natural rights
becomes involved in alliances
favors one religion over another
Which form of government does this statement describe?
autocracy
oligarchy
absolute monarchy
representative government/republic
Which principle of the Constitution is demonstrated by the following chart:
Level Power
National: Declare war, make treaties, appoint
ambassadors, make amendments to
U.S. Constitution
State: Issue drivers licenses, marriages,
education, run elections
checks & balances
separation of powers
federalism
popular sovereignty
What is meant by “insure domestic tranquility” in the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution?
to prevent a foreign invasion
to prohibit taxation without representation
to guarantee that Americans enjoy high standards of living
to maintain peace at home by preventing violent disturbances or rebellions
Which of the following is NOT an obligation of citizenship?
Vote in elections
Pay Taxes
Obey Laws
Defend the nation
Which parts of the national government participated in the process described in the newspaper headline?
Senate and President
Supreme Court and President
House of Representatives and Senate
Supreme Court and House of Representatives
Which statement completes the diagram?
Pay federal income tax
Have an annual income of $20,000 or more
Have resided in the United States for five years
Have a close relative (parent, spouse or child) who is a U.S. citizen
What is the best title for this diagram?
Federalism
Popular Sovereignty
Limited Government
Checks and Balances
Which court completes the diagram?
U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
Circuit Courts
Juvenile Courts
How does the Fourteenth Amendment protect individual rights?
By defining citizenship, it gave all citizens equal protection under the law.
By granting women the right to vote, it ensures that women have a say in government.
By outlawing slavery, it gave African American men the right to vote.
By requiring the direct election of senators, it protects the principle of direct representation.
What influence did Thomas Paine’s Common Sense (1776) have on the colonists?
It reconciled them with King George III of England.
It established the framework for their later system of government.
It persuaded them to declare their independence from Great Britain.
It divided Northern and Southern colonists by calling for an end to slavery.
Which phrase completes this diagram?
The goals of government identified in the Preamble to the Constitution
The impact of the rule of law on government officials and institutions
The separation of powers among the three branches of government
The rights and responsibilities of American citizens
Who are the speakers and what are they afraid of?
Patriots; ineffective government
Federalists; the loss of liberty
Antifederalists; a strong national government
Loyalists; the loss of property rights
Which is an example of an implied power that Congress has to enforce the enumerated power of raising and supporting an army and navy and can use when they feel it is necessary and proper?
Power to coin money
Military draft
Impeachment
Power to declare war
Which statement defines what the Founders meant by natural rights?
All citizens should have the right to participate in electing representatives
Both rich and poor should have to obey the same laws, without exception.
Every person is born with certain essential freedoms, such as the right to life, liberty and property.
When accused of a crime, a person has the right to a fair and impartial trial by a jury of his or her peers.
Which principle is illustrated by the chart?
natural rights
due process of law
limited government
equality of mankind
Which of the following is the basic characteristic of Federalism?
It gives all power to a National/Federal/Central Government
It divides power between a National/Federal/Central Government and State governments
It gives all the power to State government
It puts all the powers equally to a National government and State governments
Which statement explains why members of the Constitutional Convention created the Electoral College?
They wanted to make it easier to count votes.
They did not trust the people to choose the President directly.
They wanted to be able to appoint their supporters as electors.
They wanted to provide work for members of Congress during recess.
“Protection of free speech would not protect a man in falsely shouting Fire! in a theatre and causing a panic...” Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes,Jr.
What conclusion about the freedom of speech can be made from the above quote?
Freedom of speech can be regulated if it leads to danger
Freedom of speech cannot be limited during wartime
Freedom of speech is absolute
Freedom of speech is unlimited
Which goal of the Preamble is symbolized by this image? *
It establishes justice
It provides for the common defense
It promotes the general welfare
It insures domestic tranquility
To which branch of the government does the quotation refer?
executive
judicial
presidential
legislative
Which part of the government is responsible for this headline?
President
Congress
Supreme Court
state legislatures
How did the Twenty-fourth Amendment allow more Americans to vote?
It changed voting laws, which meant that non-U.S. citizens were able to vote.
It outlawed poll taxes, which many states used to prevent poor Americans from voting.
It prevented grandfather clauses, which many states used to prevent women from voting.
It required literacy tests, which meant that Americans became better educated about voting.
Which institution today is most similar to a polis from Ancient Greece?
a self-governing city
a federal system of government
a state legislature
an association of independent nations
Which principle is demonstrated by these amendments?
All U.S. citizens automatically enjoy the right to participate in elections.
The amending process is used to emphasize the importance of a new law.
State laws are superior to federal laws in the absence of a constitutional amendment.
The formal amendment process has allowed the Constitution to adapt to changes in society.
Which sentence completes the chart?
A king or queen inherits power
Citizens elect their own representatives
Judges are appointed for life
An all powerful President
How does the Fifth Amendment protect an individual’s right to own property?
by preventing the government from taking private property without fair payment
by guaranteeing every citizen the right to apply for a home loan
by preventing a police search of private property without a warrant
by prohibiting the quartering of soldiers without permission
Which of the following best completes the title of this table?
The Federal System
Separation of Powers
Popular Sovereignty
Rule of Law
Which earlier document contained similar rights?
The Magna Carta (1215)
The Mayflower Compact (1620)
The English Bill of Rights(1689)
Montesquieu'sSpirit of the Laws(1784)
Which phrase best completes the diagram?
Individual worth
Civic participation
Separation of powers
Ethical ideas of justice
Based on this excerpt, with which statement would John Locke have most likely agreed?
Government’s power creates a state of nature.
Government’s power comes directly from God.
Government’s power must be held by one person.
Government’s power is based on the consent of the people.
In English history, the Magna Carta (1215) and the English Bill of Rights (1689) both reinforced the concept of
universal suffrage
a limited monarchy
religious toleration
a laissez-faire economy
What has been one long-term result of the constitutional protection of free speech?
few court cases involving minors
a more informed society
fewer laws limiting minority rights
a more accurate election
Which was an outcome of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954)?
Administrators may limit the content of student publications.
Public school districts that segregate deny equal protection.
Students have a reduced expectation of privacy in school.
Criminal defendants have the right to an attorney.
The diagram above gives details about U.S. foreign policy. Which best completes the diagram?
U.S. Foreign Policy Resources
Objectives of U.S. Foreign Policy
Instruments of U.S. Foreign Policy
Makers of U.S. Foreign Policy
Three-fourths of the states must ratify proposed amendments.
The easy process has allowed hundreds of amendments to be approved.
State conventions must vote to ratify amendments.
Over half of the original amendments have been repealed.
Which is considered a citizenship responsibility rather than an obligation?
obey the law
sign a petition
serve on a jury
defend the nation
Which power completes the chart?
To collect taxes
To impeach the President
To raise an army and establish a navy
To rule on whether a law is constitutional
Use the quotation to answer the question.
“In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury. ”
—excerpt from the U.S. Constitution
Which amendment is this quotation from?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Thirteenth Amendment
Natural Law
Separation of Powers
Divine Right of Kings
Rule of Law
Which citizen obligation does the photograph depict?
jury duty
defending the nation
pay taxes
obey laws
A court decides that the First Amendment permits a journalist to write an article on something the
government wants to keep secret. What type of law was most involved in the decision?
constitutional law
criminal law
civil law
military law
Florida District Court
U.S. Circuit Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. District Court of Appeals
Which phrase completes the diagram?
Propose a new bill
Amend the bill
Sign the bill
Refer the bill to a public referendum
Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen or a step in the naturalization process?
being born to American parents
serving in the U.S. military
passing a U.S. history, U.S. Government and English Test
being born on American soil or land
Sam favors higher taxes because he wants a bigger government with more workers and agencies to offer the American people additional services and security. Using the above scenario,
What conclusion can be made about Sam’s political party preference?
He supports the Constitution Party
He supports the Republican Party
He supports the Libertarian Party
He supports the Democratic Party
Which of the following comparisons is correct?
Direct democracies have always been more common than oligarchies.
An autocracy might be a monarchy or a dictatorship.
In a theocracy, the people have more power than they do in a representative democracy.
Socialism and direct democracy are often combined in the same government.
Police enter a home without a search warrant
Police search an individual who is stopped while breaking a store window.
Police search the car of an individual who has speeded at more than 100 miles per hour to avoid being stopped.
Police search the home of a suspected drug dealer after obtaining a warrant.
Which choice completes the chart?
“Separate but Equal”
Suspects must be read their rights
Students have free speech in school
Judicial Review
How did the passage of this amendment to the U.S. Constitution impact the political process in the United States?
Women were allowed to contribute to political campaigns.
Women were allowed to hold citizenship rights.
Women were allowed to hold public office.
Women were allowed to vote in national elections.
Why is it important for citizens to pay taxes?
to allow the country to start a draft
to help citizens become informed voters
to make sure that laws are up to date
to provide money to pay for government services
What is a characteristic of free speech under the First Amendment?
It protects oral but not written statements.
Citizens cannot violate the law by anything they might say.
The Supreme Court has ruled that there are reasonable limits to it.
The government can prohibit speech if most citizens find it offensive.
Which example affects both domestic and foreign policies of the United States?
New healthcare legislation
Reforms to educational policy
The use of oil or fossil fuels
The rate of minimum wage
Which phrase completes the chart?
regulate trade between states
borrow money
equip a navy
declare war
Which type of service project would help promote the common good?
planning a neighborhood recycling program
participating in a neighborhood party
completing homework on time
visiting public libraries
How does registering to vote fulfill a responsibility of citizenship?
Registering to vote communicates your opinions to your representatives.
Registering to vote makes you eligible to be called for jury duty.
Without registering, you cannot express your political views through voting.
Without registering, you cannot give money to a political campaign.
Use the table to answer the question.
Weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation
Weakness
No power to enforce laws
No executive branch
No judicial branch
How did these weaknesses impact the writing of the Constitution?
The Founding Fathers gave Congress the power to legislate.
The Founding Fathers created a government with three branches.
The Founding Fathers gave the states the power to interpret national laws?
The Founding Fathers created the office of president to settle disputes.
The statement below was made by Thomas Jefferson in a 1786 letter to John Jay.
"... our liberty which cannot be guarded but by the freedom of the press..."
Why is this right so important to a democratic society?
It keeps talented and creative writers employed
It helps the government keep track of public opinion
It provides a place for political candidates to advertise their campaigns
It keeps citizens informed about the actions of the government
Why did the original U.S. government have a confederal form of government?
the national government wanted to share powers with the states governments
the states did not want to give too much power to the central government
they didn’t trust the state governments
the British forced them to
The Supremacy Clause states that
state laws are superior to federal laws
The U.S. Constitution and federal laws are superior to state laws
expressed powers are superior to implied powers
Alabama is superior to Auburn
Which British policy caused concerns that led to this later amendment?
new taxes imposed by the Stamp Act
restrictions on printed materials and pamphlets
lodging of British troops in colonists' homes
special taxes on tea that led to the Boston Tea Party
What does the blindfold covering the figure's eyes represent?
equality under the law
separation of powers
federalism
checks and balances
States must pay for public defenders as a result of which U.S. Supreme Court case?
District of Columbia v. Heller (2008)
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier (1988)
Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)
Miranda v. Arizona (1966)
According to the 10th Amendment of the Bill of Rights, powers not specifically delegated are reserved to the people or —
local governments
the courts
political parties
the states
"CONGRESSS DECLARES WAR ON JAPAN, ENTERS WORLD WAR II" What role did President Franklin Delano Roosevelt take on based on this headline?
Chief Economist
Chief of State
Chief of Party
Commander-in-Chief
Which Supreme Court case extended the 14th Amendment's guarantee of equal protection under law by ending legalized segregation of schools?
Plessy vs Ferguson
Marbury vs Madison
in re Gault
Brown vs Board Education
(a) Any member of the armed forces who– (1) without authority goes or remains absent from his unit, organization, or place of duty with intent to remain away there from permanently . . . is guilty of desertion.
What is the source of this law?
statutory law
common law
administrative law
military law
Which example is a valid restriction of free speech?
A government agency censors a controversial newspaper before it is printed.
Students are arrested for criticizing government policies at a press conference.
A person is arrested for yelling “fire” in a crowded movie theater as a practical joke.
A religious leader is stopped from calling her fellow worshippers to prayer on the radio.
What is meant by “insure domestic tranquility” in the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution?
to prohibit taxation without representation
to prevent a foreign invasion
to guarantee that Americans enjoy high standards of living
to maintain peace at home by preventing violent disturbances or rebellions
The Rio Grande forms the international border between Texas and Mexico. Over the years, the Rio Grande has changed its course several times. This has led to disputes between Texas, New Mexico, and Mexico. The Country Club dispute between Texas and New Mexico was decided by the US Supreme Court in 1927.
Why did the Supreme Court hear this case?
The case involved federal law.
The case was between two states.
The case was between citizens of different states.
The case involved foreign ambassadors and foreign diplomats.
Thomas Paine who wrote Common Sense telling colonists to declare independence from England accused King George III of running this type of government.
democracy
self-government
tyranny or dictatorship
communism
Self-Government
Separation of Powers
Economic Freedom
Individual Rights
Why did the founders limit government in this way?
To divide the power and responsibility between national and state governments.
To specify checks on powers for each branch of government.
To protect the nation against tyranny by separating the powers of government.
To prevent any one level of government from becoming stronger than the other.
What is the next step in the lawmaking process?
The governor signs the bill into law.
The bill goes to the Senate for action.
The people vote on the bill in an election.
The bill goes to the Supreme Court for a hearing.
The diagram above identifies the steps in becoming a U.S. citizen. Which of the following best
completes the diagram?
be interviewed and pass citizenship tests
complete a background check
receive appointment letter
wait five years
Which level of government could pass a law changing the age at which people can marry?
state
federal
county
city
Which of the following statements about the Democratic Party is most accurate?
It is more likely to support reducing the power of the federal government.
Its members are said to be more conservative.
Its members are said to be more liberal.
Its members generally believe state and local government should run social programs.
What is meant by “the rule of law”?
the idea that people are the source of government power
the idea that all people, including rulers and leaders, must obey the law
the theory that power should be divided among three branches of government
the power of the courts to interpret the Constitution and other laws
Which group did Patrick Henry most likely side with during the ratification debate?
the Loyalists
the Federalists
the Antifederalists
the Constitutionalists
Why did the Founding Fathers separate the power to make, enforce, and interpret laws between
different branches of government?
to prevent one branch of government from becoming too powerful
to make the national government more efficient
to increase the power of the presidency
to ensure that Congress would act according to the will of the people
What pamphlet denounced British rule and fanned the flames of revolution?
Magna Carta
Common
Sense
Mayflower Compact
Two Treatises of Government
What is an important advantage of the United States constitutional republic over a totalitarian nation?
U.S. citizens are able to rely on government instructions to know how to act.
The leaders of the United States can respond more quickly to an emergency.
Because the United States follows the rule of law, citizens’ rights are protected.
The U.S. government is able to limit the right of its citizens to criticize its policies.
Which phrase completes the statement?
a monarchy
an oligarchy
a theocracy
a democracy
Which sentence completes the chart?
Religious leaders use their authority to run the government.
A single all-powerful ruler makes decisions for the community.
Citizens make decisions by voting on important issues directly.
Elected representatives make key decisions for the community.
In the United States, power is shared between the national government and the state governments. Which system of government does the United States have?
unitary
confederal
autocratic
federal
How does the system of federalism limit government power?
by giving only some powers to the central government
by allowing the national government to define its own powers
by making the state governments superior to the national government
by separating powers among the three branches of the national government
Which statement completes the Venn diagram?
establish patents and copyrights
regulate the naturalization of immigrants
maintain a court system
establish a navy
Which is an example of a reserved power?
the power to grant patents
the power to borrow money
the power to establish a navy
the power to issue driver's licenses
Which sentence completes the diagram?
The Speaker of the House approves the amendment.
Sixty percent (60 %) of the voters 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.
Which phrase completes the Venn diagram?
Allows the government to borrow money
Sets up a system of courts
Establishes a cabinet with three elected members
Gives Congress the power to coin money and declare war
Which international organization has these aims?
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
US-Mexico-Canada Agreement
World Trade Organization
United Nations
Why did the original U.S. government have a confederal form of government?
the national government wanted to share powers with the states governments
the states did not want to give too much power to the central government
they didn’t trust the state governments
the British forced them to
Which group is described in this passage?
members of the U.S. Senate
members of the state legislatures
members of the Electoral College
members of the U.S. House of Representatives
Which term or phrase best completes the chart?
Republicanism
Written Constitutions
Ethical Ideas of Justice
Representative Government
Which course of action taken by the United States is represented by the headline?
treaty ratification
veto override
diplomacy
terrorism
Read the quote from Greek thinker Aristotle.
"The citizen we are seeking is a citizen in the strictest sense...and his special characteristic is that he shares in the administration of justice and in the holding of public offices."
Based on the passage, with which statement would Aristotle have agreed?
Democracy is the best form of government
Civic participation is an essential part of the state.
Government officials should be elected by the people.
Most Greek city-states did not extend citizenship widely enough.
Which phrase completes the diagram?
voting rights
republicanism
separation of powers
ethical ideas of justice
Which of the following words best describes the meaning of "evaluate?"
to correct
to examine and then judge
to represent
