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WorksheetsBenchmark 3.5 and 3.6
Total questions: 43
Worksheet time: 22mins
How many amendments have been added over time?
10
27
30
50
What is the only branch to vote on amendments?
executive(President)
judicial(Supreme Court)
legislative(Congress)
How many states must ratify(approve) an amendment?
1/3= 17 states
1/4= 13 states
3/4= 38 states
Why did the Founders make it difficult to amend the Constitution?
They wanted to annoy people
They wanted to maintain stability with the goals of the original Constitution
They wanted to make sure only men could decide on amending
What do you call a change to the Constitution?
amendment
introduction
preamble
articles
Which circumstance is protected by the First Amendment?
right to have a fair trial in a reasonable amount of time
right to send threatening letters to public officials
freedom to submit a petition to the government
. freedom to vote at the age of eighteen
Clarence Gideon was arrested on suspicion of breaking into a business. When he went to court, he asked the judge for a lawyer. The judge refused and Gideon was found guilty. He appealed his case to the Supreme Court. Which constitutional right provided the legal basis for Gideon's appeal?
to be informed of his rights
to be tried by a jury of his peers
to have assistance with his defense
to be informed of the charges against him
Which of the following is an enumerated power of the Congress?
To declare war
To appoint justices to the Supreme Court
To serve as commander-in-chief of the armed forces
To negotiate treaties
•Ben was prosecuted and convicted in state court for speaking out publicly against the governor. During his trial, he was denied the counsel of a lawyer. Two years later, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction, explaining that the state had not guaranteed Ben’s constitutional rights. Which amendments apply to this case?
Amendment I (free speech) and Amendment VI (due process)
Amendment I (free press) and Amendment IV (search and seizure)
Amendment IX (unenumerated rights) and Amendment VI (due process)
Amendment IX(unenumerated rights) and Amendment IV (search and seizure)
Anne Tracy works as a journalist for The Daily Mouth. She wrote a story about how Senator Jones cheated on a law school exam. She interviewed witnesses who saw the senator cheating. The story ran on the front page. Senator Jones denied the charges. Then he resigned from office. He plans to sue The Daily Mouth for damages.
Under what circumstances could he sue the paper and win his lawsuit?
He could sue the paper for libel and could win the case if he proved that Tracy had a grudge against him.
He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved that Tracy had a grudge against him.
He could sue the paper for libel and could win the case if he proved that the accusations were untrue and his reputation was hurt.
He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved that the accusations were untrue and his reputation was hurt.
What was the important outcome of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Miranda v. Arizona?
If someone cannot afford a lawyer, one must be provided by the state
Schools can no longer separate facilities based on race
People suspected of committing a crime, must be informed of their rights
Students have first amendment rights to free speech
The statement above was made by Thomas Jefferson in a 1786 letter to John Jay.
Why is this right so important to a democratic society?
a.) It keeps talented and creative writers employed
b.) It helps the government keep track of public opinion
c.) It provides a place for political candidates to advertise their campaigns
d.) It keeps citizens informed about the actions of the government
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
Which is one result of the court decisions?
Potential witnesses to a crime do not have to speak during the trial
Those that investigate crimes were given more power and authority
Suspects are not required to speak to police without an attorney present
Every citizen, whether innocent or guilty, now have access to a proper criminal trial.
. Read the following excerpt and answer the question below.
".... shall have the Power To lay and collect Taxes....throughout the United States..."
–Article I, U.S. Constitution
Which person or group has this role in the United States government?
the Congress
the President
the Supreme Court
the Federal Reserve Board
Look at the diagram below and answer the question that follows.
Which step completes this diagram outlining the steps in creating a federal law?
Bill is sent to the states.
Bill is sent to the Senate.
Bill is sent to a committee.
Bill is sent to the President
Which step is missing from the law-making process at the local, state, and federal levels?
vote by the citizens
review by the courts
revision by the executive
approval by the legislature
Which level of government can declare war on foreign nations?
City
State
County
Federal
The chart lists some powers of the executive branch.
Which of the following is also a power of the executive branch?
Appoints federal judges
Declares acts of Congress unconstitutional
Ratifies treaties
Impeaches and removes judges
Which branch of government is column 1 describing?
Executive
Judicial
Federal
Legislative
Which action formally accuses a government official of "wrongdoing"?
Filibuster
Impeach
Override
Pardon
What powers do the Florida Governor ad the U.S President have in common?
deliver State of the Union address, four-year term, commander-in-chief, grant pardons
six-year term, grant pardons, make treaties, commander-in-chief
grant pardons, veto, deliver State of the Union address, six-year term
veto, grant pardons, chief executive, four-year term
Identify the following “forms” of government:
a: socialism, b: communism
a: direct democracy, b: representative democracy
a: constitutional monarchy, b: representative democracy
a: oligarchy, b: autocracy
Which Enlightenment philosopher influenced the following passage?
Baron de Montesquieu
John Locke
Thomas Paine
Thomas Jefferson
Which Enlightenment philosopher influenced the following chart:
John Locke
Montesquieu
Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Paine
- According to John Locke, which agreements did individuals enter to form their own society?
Constitution
Mayflower Compact
English Bill of Rights
Social contract
Which phrase completes the diagram?
A. separation of powers
B. economic freedom
C. self-government
D. individual rights
separation of powers
economic freedom
self-government
individual rights
In which of the following documents is the principle of limitation of governmental power first stated?
Declaration of Independence
English Bill of Rights
French Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen
Magna Carta
Throughout most of his life, Thomas Paine’s writings inspired passion. He expressed his ideas to farmers and scholars with ease. He stirred the hearts of the citizens of the thirteen American colonies, appealing to their moral beliefs.
Why did Thomas Paine write Common Sense?
To end slavery
To motivate people to move West
To encourage independence from Britain
To make more money
What does "We the People..." mean?
The people create the government and give the government its power
The government has to keep laws fair and protect rights
The government has to help make the country better and stronger
The government has to keep peace in the country
What does "...insure domestic tranquility..." mean?
The people create the government and give the government its power
The government has to keep laws fair and protect rights
The government has to help make the country better and stronger
The government has to keep peace in the country
What does "...establish justice..." mean?
The people create the government and give the government its power
The government has to keep laws fair and protect rights
The government has to help make the country better and stronger
The government has to keep peace in the country
What does "...promote the general welfare..." mean?
The government has to protect people and keep them safe
The government has to help people to be happy and healthy
The government has to make sure people are free now and in the future
The people approve of the Constitution and the government it creates
The 1st amendment protects which of the following?
Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
Freedom of religion, speech, press assembly and petition.
Right to trial by jury.
No quartering of soldiers.
The 2nd amendment protects which of the following rights?
Right to keep and bear arms.
Rights of accused persons (speedy and public trial).
Powers reserved to the states.
Other rights of the people.
The 3rd amendment protects which of the following rights?
Right of a trial by jury.
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly and petition.
No quartering of soldiers.
Right to keep and bear arms.
The 4th amendment protects which of the following rights?
Powers reserved to the states.
Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, and double jeopardy.
The 5th amendment protects which of the following rights?
Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, and double jeopardy.
Rights of accused persons (speedy and public trial).
Other rights of the people.
Right to keep and bear arms.
The 6th amendment protects which of the following rights?
No quartering of soldiers.
Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, and double jeopardy.
Powers reserved to the states.
Rights of accused persons (speedy and public trial).
The 7th amendment protects which of the following rights?
Right of trial by jury.
No quartering of soldiers.
Rights of accused person (speedy and public trial).
No quartering of soldiers.
The 8th amendment protects which of the following rights?
No quartering of soldiers.
Powers reserved to the states.
Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
The 9th amendment protects which of the following rights?
Right of trial by jury.
No quartering of soldiers.
Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
Other rights of the people.
The 10th amendment protracts which of the following rights?
Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, and double jeopardy.
Powers reserved to the states.
Right of trial by jury.
