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WorksheetsCivics Final Practice 2026
Total questions: 88
Worksheet time: 44mins
NiAsia and Amir want to learn about how government works and what it means to be a citizen. They should study (a) .
Civics
History
Economics
Political Science
Felipe is learning about the Constitution in his civics class. His teacher explains that sometimes, changes are made to the Constitution to improve it or address new issues. What is this kind of change called?
Power one branch has over another
What a judge says after a trial
street signs
A change to the Constitution
Sarah and Carlos are learning about how the branches of government keep each other in check. They wonder, what is one “check” the Legislative Branch has over the Executive Branch?
veto executive orders
Review a law as unconstitutional
Approve Executive nominations
Raise taxes
During a government class, Jennifer is asked to name one cabinet position. She answers, (a) .
Secretary of State
Secretary of Defense
Secretary of Education
Secretary of the Treasury
Adriana and Yuri are learning about the powers of the President in school. They wonder, who can the President nominate?
Teachers
Postal Workers
Supreme Court Judges
Mayors
Jonathan was born in the United States and is interested in serving his country. He is considering different ways to participate in the government. What is one right ONLY for native United States citizens like Jonathan?
Joining the military
Voting
Running for President
The American Dream
Adriana and Joshua are learning about different government positions. They want to know: which of these positions is appointed?
President
Ambassador to Taiwan
County Commissioner
Senators
Match the following government principles with the correct example or description.
Federalism
ONLY States are allowed to make laws about marriage.
Judicial Review
The Supreme Court can declare a law unconstitutional.
Checks and balances
The President can veto a bill passed by Congress.
Separation of powers
Government power is divided among legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
If Yohana is elected as President and abuses their power, the Legislative branch can _______ them.
Impeach
Magna Carta
Boycott
Veto
Jazmin and Sebastian are part of a student government club. Jazmin wants the club president to have a lot of power to make decisions quickly, while Sebastian thinks the club president should have limited power and that most decisions should be made by the whole group. What are Jazmin and Sebastian really debating about?
Magna Carta
Staying with Great Britain
Size/Power of the National Government
Treaties
Marcelo is studying for his civics test and needs to remember the 3 branches of government: Executive, Legislative and (a) . Can you help him choose the correct answer?
Judicial
Legislative
Executive
None of the above
Amir is studying for his civics test and comes across a question about Congress. He remembers that Congress is divided into two chambers. What are they called?
NC General assembly & Senate
Parliament and House of Commons
Federal and State
The Senate and the House
Match the following descriptions with the correct term related to elections and government.
a State's population
The total number of people living in a state
A government changing state district lines to help them win an election
An example of Gerrymandering
How we vote for U.S. House of Representatives
The process used to elect members to the U.S. House of Representatives
Jennifer and Joshua are studying for their civics test and come across a question: "Who is the current head of the Executive Branch?" Which answer should they choose?
Kamala Harris
Joseph Biden
Donald Trump
Nancy Pelosi
Sade' and Carlos are preparing for their civics test and want to know which powers belong to the Federal Government. Which power(s) does the Federal Government have?
To print money and declare war
to establish schools
To create news and build hospitals
to pave roads
Hailey decided to leave her home country and start a new life in another country. Which word best describes Hailey?
Delegate
Slander
Immigrant
U.S. Citizen
In a school, the student council president Dyson is accused of breaking the rules. Who has the final power to remove Dyson from office?
Congress
Supreme Court
50 states
Supreme Fuss
Jennifer has just been elected President. She needs help making important decisions and running the country. Which group assists Jennifer in her role as President?
The Senate
The Cabinet
House of Representatives
Utopia
Match each Supreme Court term with its correct description.
Dissenting Opinion
A written explanation by a Justice who disagrees with the majority decision.
Concurring Opinion
A written explanation by a Justice who agrees with the majority decision but for different reasons.
Talking with a defendant
An action not permitted for Supreme Court Justices during a case.
During a government class discussion, NiAsia and Amir ask which major US political party is considered the conservative party. Which party are they referring to?
Republicans
Democrats
Green Party
Humanist party
Hailey and Joshua are studying for their civics test and come across this question: (a) is a major US political party that is more liberal than conservatives.
Democratic
Republican
Libertarian
Green
During a civics quiz in Thomas's class, the teacher asks: "The current President/Vice President of the United States today is (a) ."
Joe Biden
Kamala Harris
Donald Trump
Mike Pence
Sarah and Adriana are learning about the U.S. government in school. They want to know: How long is a Senator's term?
6 years
2 years
4 years
8 years
Felipe and Jaylin are learning about how the U.S. government works in their civics class. Their teacher asks them to name the three branches of the U.S. government. What should they answer?
Obama, Trump, Biden
Supreme Leader, General Counsel, House Representative
NC General Assembly, Legislature, Mayor
Legislative, Executive, and Judicial
Match the following legislative bodies with the correct number of members they have.
100
U.S. Senate
435
U.S. House of Representatives
150
Texas House of Representatives
538
Total number of electors in the U.S. Electoral College
During a national emergency, Arsema and Emerson are discussing who has the power to declare war in the United States. (a) has the power to make this decision.
The Congress
The President
The Supreme Court
Mayor Baldwin
During a school debate, Adriana argues that the Commander in Chief of the United States Military has the highest authority over military decisions. Who is she referring to?
The President
The Congress
Supreme Court Justice
After the 2020 Census, Emilio and Joseph learn that their state's population has increased. They wonder what this means for their state's representation in the House of Representatives. What is a state's representation in the House based on?
1st amendment
Population
Tom Wolf
GDP
Yuri and Karen are learning about how laws are made in their civics class. They want to know: Who signs a Bill into Law?
Supreme Fuss
Speaker of the House
Supreme Court Chief Justice
The President
Guillermo and Karen are studying for their civics test and come across a question asking about the highest law in the United States. They wonder, what is the Supreme Law of the land?
The Constitution
Precedent
Stare Decisis
Declaration of Independence
Yuri and Marcelo are writing articles for their school newspaper and want to know what gives them the right to express their opinions freely. Where does our Freedom of Speech come from?
25th amendment
2nd amendment
1st amendment
28th amendment
NiAsia and Amir are excited to participate in their first election in the United States. They want to know at what age they are legally allowed to vote. What is the legal voting age in the United States?
18
21
16
30
During a mock election at Dyson and Atziri's school, the students are learning about how the President of the United States is chosen. The President of the United States is officially elected by the (a) .
Scott Perry
The Constitution
Electoral College
Super PACs
Jonathan, Marcelo, and Karen are discussing how the rules of their school could be officially changed or updated. What is the term for a change or addition to the Constitution?
Amendment
Bill
Clause
Article
During a government class debate, Emerson and Sarah propose a new bill to improve school lunches. After the bill passes through Congress, who has the power to veto Emerson and Sarah's bill?
The President
The Congress
The Supreme Court
The Senate
Marcelo and Arsema are researching where the final decisions are made in the U.S. legal system. They want to know: What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
The Court of Appeals
The District Court
The Circuit Court
Marcelo and Isael are discussing running for the U.S. Senate. What is the minimum age a person must be to qualify as a U.S. Senator?
25 years
30 years
35 years
40 years
NiAsia and Marcelo are debating who has the authority to interpret the Constitution when there is a disagreement about its meaning. Who has the power to interpret the Constitution?
The President
The Congress
The Supreme Court
The Senate
Sarah is the President of a country. What is her primary responsibility as the head of the Executive Branch?
To make laws
To interpret laws
To enforce laws
To amend laws
Jazmin is interested in running for the U.S. Senate and wants to know how long she would serve if elected. What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
Dyson and Jennifer are preparing for their history exam and come across a question about the abolition of slavery in the United States. They want to know which amendment officially ended slavery. Which amendment should they choose?
13th amendment
14th amendment
15th amendment
16th amendment
Yohana is reading about the rights granted by the U.S. Constitution. She wants to know which amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms. Which amendment should she look at?
1st amendment
2nd amendment
3rd amendment
4th amendment
Emerson and Allison are studying for their history test and come across a question: Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
15th amendment
19th amendment
21st amendment
23rd amendment
Jennifer is arrested and the police want her to answer questions about a crime. She refuses to answer because she says she has the right not to incriminate herself. Which amendment protects Jennifer in this situation?
Unreasonable searches and seizures
Self-incrimination
Quartering of soldiers
Excessive bail
Jaylin wants to organize a peaceful protest in her town and speak out about an issue she cares about. Which amendment grants her the right to free speech?
1st amendment
2nd amendment
3rd amendment
4th amendment
Arsema is at home when police officers arrive and ask to search her house without a warrant. She refuses, citing her constitutional rights. What amendment protects Arsema in this situation?
Unreasonable searches and seizures
Self-incrimination
Quartering of soldiers
Excessive bail
During a class discussion, Adriana mentioned that the amendment that abolished poll taxes in federal elections is the (a) .
19th amendment
24th amendment
26th amendment
27th amendment
Viki is studying for her government exam and wants to know which amendment lowered the voting age to 18. She writes down her answer as the (a) .
19th amendment
22nd amendment
26th amendment
27th amendment
Thomas and Sade' are studying for their civics exam and come across a question: Which amendment limits the President to two terms in office?
20th amendment
22nd amendment
25th amendment
27th amendment
Marcelo is accused of a crime and wants to make sure his trial happens quickly and is open to the public. Which amendment guarantees this right?
6th amendment
7th amendment
8th amendment
9th amendment
Dyson is arrested and the judge sets an extremely high bail amount that Dyson cannot possibly pay. Later, Dyson is also given a punishment that seems very harsh for the crime committed. Which amendment protects Dyson against excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment?
6th amendment
7th amendment
8th amendment
9th amendment
Adriana and Felipe are learning about the U.S. Constitution in their civics class. Their teacher asks: Which amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people?
6th amendment
7th amendment
8th amendment
10th amendment
Hailey and Sebastian are learning about the branches of government in their civics class. They want to know which branch is mainly responsible for interpreting laws. What is the main responsibility of the Judicial Branch?
To declare war
To enforce laws
To interpret laws
To make treaties
During a history class, Emilio and Joshua are discussing which document outlines the structure of the U.S. government. Which document should they refer to?
The Federalist Papers
The Constitution
The Bill of Rights
The Declaration of Independence
During a mock government session in class, Atziri is acting as the Vice President but needs to step out. Who presides over the Senate when Atziri is absent?
The Secretary of State
The Chief Justice
The President pro tempore
The Speaker of the House
During a classroom debate, Yohana, Amir, and Hailey are discussing which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the laws. Which branch of government interprets the laws?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Cabinet
During a classroom debate, Thomas, Guillermo, and Adriana are discussing who has the authority to declare war in the United States. Who is correct?
The Cabinet
Congress
The President
The Supreme Court
Hailey and Felipe are discussing their rights if they ever have to go to court. Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair and speedy trial?
5th amendment
6th amendment
8th amendment
10th amendment
Match each branch of government with its primary function.
Executive
Responsible for enforcing the laws
Legislative
Responsible for making the laws
Cabinet
Group of senior government ministers
Judicial
Responsible for interpreting the laws
During a school government meeting, Jaylin, Viki, Dyson, Emilio, and Thomas are discussing a new rule. After the student council (like Congress) passes the rule, who has the power to veto it?
The Speaker of the House
The Vice President
The Supreme Court
The President
During a history class, Isael and Allison are discussing which amendment abolished slavery in the United States. Which amendment did they identify?
13th amendment
14th amendment
16th amendment
15th amendment
During a classroom discussion, NiAsia, Joseph, and Sade' are debating which document established the framework for the United States government. Which document are they talking about?
The Federalist Papers
The Articles of Confederation
The Bill of Rights
The Constitution
During a classroom discussion, Amatullah, Allison, and Jazmin are reading the Preamble to the Constitution. What is the main purpose of the Preamble?
To list the rights of citizens
To introduce the goals and principles of the Constitution
To describe the amendment process
To outline the structure of Congress
Jaylin and Joseph are discussing the Bill of Rights in their history class. How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
5
10
12
15
Joseph and Sarah are discussing the structure of the United States Congress for their civics project. What are the two chambers of the United States Congress?
Cabinet and House of Representatives
Senate and House of Representatives
President and Congress
Supreme Court and Senate
During a class debate, Arsema, Jennifer, Viki, and Sade' are discussing who has the power to introduce bills in the U.S. Congress. Who is correct?
Only the Vice President
Any member of Congress
Only the President
Only the Supreme Court
During a classroom discussion, Jennifer asks Marcelo, "How long is the term for a member of the House of Representatives?"
2 years
8 years
4 years
6 years
Match each Enlightenment philosopher to their belief about human nature.
John Locke
Believed that people are born with natural rights to life, liberty, and property.
Baron de Montesquieu
Believed in the separation of powers to prevent tyranny.
Thomas Hobbes
Believed that people are naturally selfish and need a strong government to control them.
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Believed that people are naturally good but are corrupted by society.
Allison, Jaylin, and Emerson are discussing the main purpose of government in their civics class. According to John Locke, what is the main purpose of government?
To maintain absolute power
To protect natural rights
To expand territory
To enforce religious laws
During a classroom discussion, Yuri and Allison are debating what life would be like without any government or rules. Which philosopher argued that life in the state of nature would be "solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short"?
Voltaire
Thomas Hobbes
John Locke
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
(a) is a power of the legislative branch.
During a school debate, Joshua and Allison are discussing the main responsibility of the legislative branch. What is the main responsibility of the legislative branch?
Vetoing laws
Making laws
Judging laws
Enforcing laws
During a class debate, Karen and Sade' are discussing which chamber of Congress has the power to initiate revenue bills. Who is correct?
The Cabinet
The Supreme Court
The House of Representatives
The Senate
During a class discussion, Osvin and Hailey are talking about important documents in U.S. history. What is the main purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To establish the Supreme Court
To protect individual freedoms
To regulate trade between states
To outline the structure of Congress
During a classroom discussion, Viki and Guillermo are debating how many justices serve on the United States Supreme Court. What is the correct number?
11
9
7
13
During a classroom discussion, Allison and Sebastian are curious about which branch of government is responsible for making federal laws. Which branch should they learn about?
State Governments
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Atziri and Joshua are learning about the roles of the Executive Branch. Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the President?
Declaring laws unconstitutional
Signing bills into law
Commanding the armed forces
Appointing Cabinet members
Match each Cabinet-related role or function with its correct description.
To advise the President on important issues
The main purpose of the President's Cabinet in the Executive Branch
To interpret the Constitution
The primary responsibility of the Judicial Branch
To write and pass laws
The main duty of the Legislative Branch
To elect members of Congress
The process by which members of Congress are chosen
Isael and Dyson are discussing how the President is chosen in their civics class. Who officially elects the President of the United States?
The Supreme Court
The Electoral College
The House of Representatives
The Senate
Adriana, Karen, and Marcelo are discussing what it takes to become President of the United States. Which of the following is a requirement?
Must be a natural-born citizen
Must have served in the military
Must be at least 25 years old
Must be a resident of Washington, D.C.
During a classroom discussion, Amatullah and Thomas are talking about the President's roles. What is the main responsibility of the President as the Chief Diplomat?
Interpreting laws
Making treaties with other countries
Declaring war
Appointing state governors
During a classroom discussion, Arsema asks, "If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?"
The Vice President
The Chief Justice
The Speaker of the House
The Secretary of State
Jazmin and Thomas are reading about the U.S. government and want to know which branch is responsible for making federal laws. Which branch should they choose?
Executive Branch
Judicial Branch
State Government
Legislative Branch
Sarah and Marcelo are discussing the Bill of Rights in class. They are curious about which amendment guarantees freedom of speech, religion, and the press. Which amendment is it?
1st amendment
2nd amendment
5th amendment
4th amendment
Sarah and Sebastian are curious about how the President is chosen in the United States. What is the name of the group that officially elects the President?
Electoral College
Congress
Supreme Court
Cabinet
During a history class, Joseph and Jazmin are discussing which amendment gave women the right to vote in the United States. Which amendment should they choose?
18th Amendment
16th Amendment
19th Amendment
15th Amendment
Dyson and Viki are learning about voting rights in the United States. Which amendment lowered the voting age from 21 to 18?
19th amendment
15th amendment
24th amendment
26th amendment
Marcelo and Viki are reading about the rights of people accused of crimes. Which amendment protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy?
8th amendment
5th amendment
4th amendment
6th amendment
