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Worksheetsce.6 - 9 SOL review
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 5hrs 24mins
The form of government of the Commonwealth of Virginia is established by the ______.
Virginia Constitution
U.S. Constitution
Declaration of Independence
What is the legislature of Virginia called?
House of Burgesses
General Assembly
State Council
The Virginia General Assembly is bicameral. What are the names of the two houses?
House of Representatives and Senate
House of Burgesses and Senate
House of Delegates and Senate
Who is the head of the state executive branch in Virginia?
governor
mayor
board of supervisors
How long is the term of office for the governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general of Virginia?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
Which term means division of power between the states and the national government?
federalism
concurrent powers
amendment
Which level of government is supreme according to the Constitution of the United States?
national
state
local
Powers not given to the national government are ____ to the states.
borrowed
reserved
amended
removed
Conducting foreign policy, regulating commerce, and providing for the common defense are primary responsibilities of the _____ government.
national
state
local
Promoting public health, safety, education, and welfare is a primary responsibility of the _____ government.
national
state
local
Tensions exist when federal mandates require state actions without _____.
adequate funding.
adequate time.
adequate regulations.
The lawmaking process requires ______ and ______.
time and effort
ying and yang
collaboration and compromise
judicial and executive branches
What is the correct order of the lawmaking process at the state level of government?
Introducing the bill, debate, vote, working in committee, and send bill to other house, repeat process and send to governor to sign into law.
Introducing the bill, working in committee, debate, vote, and send bill to other house, repeat process and send to president to sign into law.
Introducing the bill, working in committee, debate, vote, and send bill to other house, repeat process and send to governor to sign into law.
Elected officials in the Virginia General Assembly write laws and take action in response to _________.
problems or issues
the State of the Union Address
the available time and money
Select the primary issues in the legislative process at the state level.
(SELECT ALL THAT APPLY.)
education and public health
environment
foreign policy
state budget and revenue
printing money
Select all of the ways the executive branch influences policymaking at the state level.
propose the annual budget
propose legislation in the State of the Union Address
propose the biennial budget
propose legislation in the State of the Commonwealth Address
approve, veto, or line-item veto bills
Who helps the governor administer laws, enforce laws, regulate/monitor aspects of business and the economy, and provide services? (Select all that apply.)
cabinet secretaries
cabinet departments
agencies, commissions, and regulatory boards
Senators and members of the House of Delegates
Which document defines the structure and powers of the national government?
Declaration of Independence
U.S. Constitution
U.S. Bill of Rights
Articles of Confederation
The powers held by government are divided between the national government, located in _________, and the governments of the 50 states.
Richmond, VA
Baltimore, MD
Philadelphia, PA
Washington, DC
Which of the following are responsibilities of Congress?
(Select all answers that apply.)
raise revenue through taxes and other levies
oversee agencies and departments
veto legislation
regulate interstate and foreign trade
declare war
Which of the following are responsibilities of the president of the United States?
(Select all answers that apply.)
Override vetoes
Propose legislation in a State of the Union Address
Prepare the annual budget
Exercise judicial review
Appoint cabinet officers, ambassadors, and federal judges
Which items below pertain to the judicial branch of the United States?
(Select all answers that apply.)
The Supreme Court exercises judicial review.
There are 9 justices on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Interpret the U.S. Constitution and federal laws
Approve presidential appointments
Which of the following are describe Congress?
(Select all answers that apply.)
bicameral legislature
oversee agencies and departments
House of Representatives
House of Delegates
Senate
Which of the following are describe the U.S. House of Representatives?
(Select all answers that apply.)
bicameral legislature
435 members
100 members
number of members is two per state
number of members is based on populations of the states
Which of the following are describe the U.S. Senate?
(Select all answers that apply.)
bicameral legislature
435 members
100 members
number of members is two per state
number of members is based on populations of the states
Which of the following are checks the legislative branch (Congress) has over the executive branch (the president)?
(Select all answers that apply.)
impeach and convict judges/justices
approve the annual budget
approve presidential appointments
override presidential vetoes
Which of the following are checks the legislative branch (Congress) has over the judicial branch (the Supreme Court)?
(Select all answers that apply.)
impeach and convict judges/justices
approve the annual budget
confirm or refuse to confirm judges/justices
override presidential vetoes
Which of the following are checks the executive branch (the president) has over the judicial branch (the Supreme Court)?
(Select all answers that apply.)
impeach and convict judges/justices
appoints judges/justices
grants pardons and reprieves
override presidential vetoes
Which of the following are checks the executive branch (the president) has over the legislative branch (Congress)?
(Select all answers that apply.)
propose legislation (State of the Union Address)
prepare the annual budget for Congress to approve
call special sessions of Congress
declare war
veto legislation
Which of the following are checks the judicial branch (the Supreme Court) has over the legislative branch (Congress)?
declare war
prepare the annual budget for Congress to approve
call special sessions of Congress
declare act of Congress (legislation) unconstitutional
What are the powers of Congress that are specifically listed in the Constitution?
reserved
expressed
implied
concurrent
What are the powers of Congress that are used to carry out the specifically listed powers in the Constitution?
reserved
expressed
implied
concurrent
What is the first step of the lawmaking process in Congress?
Send the bill to the president.
Work in committees.
Vote on the bill in both houses.
Introduce the bill in either house.
After the bill is introduced on the floor of either house, what is the next step of the lawmaking process in Congress?
Send the bill to the president.
Work in committees.
Vote on the bill in both houses.
Introduce the bill in either house.
What is the final step of the lawmaking process for Congress?
The bill will be sent to the president to sign or veto.
The bill will return to committee for further study.
The bill will be sent to the Senate where the process will be repeated.
Who helps the president of the United States to execute the laws?
(Select all answers that apply.)
Cabinet departments
Agencies and regulatory groups
Congress
Federal courts
What "hat" is the president wearing when he sends the troops into battle?
Chief of State
Chief Executive
Chief Legislator
Commander-in-Chief
Chief Diplomat
What "hat" is the president wearing when he reassures citizens during times of national crisis?
Chief of State
Chief Citizen
Chief Legislator
Commander-in-Chief
Chief Diplomat
What "hat" is the president wearing when he welcomes foreign leaders to the U.S.?
Chief of State
Chief Citizen
Chief Legislator
Chief Executive
Chief Diplomat
What "hat" is the president wearing when he signs or vetoes a bill?
Chief of State
Chief Citizen
Chief Legislator
Chief Executive
Chief Diplomat
What are the three units of local government in Virginia?
(Select 3.)
precincts
cities
localities
counties
towns
Counties in Virginia have an elected ______ which exercises legislative powers.
council
mayor
board of supervisors
manager
Cities and towns in Virginia have an elected _______ which exercises legislative powers.
council
mayor
manager
board of supervisors
What are legislative powers held by localities in Virginia?
(Select all answers that apply.)
enforcing laws
enacting ordinances (local laws)
adopting a biennial budget
adopting an annual budget
Which of the following localities have an elected or appointed school board to oversee the operation of the K-12 public schools?
cities
towns
counties
regions
Which locality is located within counties, allowing its citizens to receive and pay for services from both the county and its own government?
cities
towns
counties
regions
In which units of local government could a manager be hired by the elected legislature to oversee the operations of the local government?
counties
towns
cities
all of these answers are correct
Which units of local government elect a mayor OR have members of the council appoint a mayor?
(Select all answers that apply.)
cities
counties
towns
precincts
Which of the following are powers that are exercised by Virginia local governments?
(Select all answers that apply.)
enforce state and local laws
promote public health and protect public safety
regulate land use and levy/collect taxes
endanger the environment
educate the children
Where are judicial disputes resolved in every locality in Virginia?
federal courts
state courts
local courts
The Virginia Constitution requires that voters in every locality elect which of the following officials?
(Select all answers that apply.)
president
treasurer
sheriff
clerk of the circuit court
commissioner of revenue
All powers of local governments in VA are given to them by the ______ and ______.
(Select 2.)
U.S. Constitution
Virginia Constitution
acts of Congress
acts of the General Assembly
Not all counties and cities are given the same powers. Cities have _____ listing their powers.
constitutions
preambles
ordinances
charters
Counties and cities assist in the local implementation of ______.
federal laws and executive orders
state laws and ordinances
state laws and programs
federal laws and programs
Who has the greatest influence on the decisions made by local government officials by communicating their opinions and preferences to those officials?
individuals
families
mayors
the president
The United States has a dual court system, which consists of _____ courts and ____ courts.
federal; state
federal; local
state; local
federal; national
Federal Courts have jurisdiction over ___ laws;
state courts have
jurisdiction over ___ laws.
state; federal
national; federal
local; state
federal; state
The role of the judicial branch is to _____.
make the laws
enforce the laws
interpret the laws
execute the laws
What is original jurisdiction?
the authority to review a decision from a lower court
the authority to hear a case first
the authority to decide on a case
What is appellate jurisdiction?
the authority to review a decision from a lower court
the authority to hear a case first
the authority to decide on a case
Of the two types of crimes, felonies and misdemeanors, which is the more serious?
felonies
misdemeanors
the two are equal in seriousness
Which federal court has 9 justices, no jury, and jurisdiction that is both original (limited) and appellate?
U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Which federal court has a panel of judges, no jury, and appellate jurisdiction only?
U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Which federal court has a judge with an optional jury, and original jurisdiction only?
U.S. District Court
U.S. Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Which state court has a judge with an optional jury, and both original jurisdiction and appellate jurisdiction?
Virginia Court of Appeals
Virginia Circuit Court
Virginia General District Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Which state court has a judge, no jury, and original jurisdiction for misdemeanors and civil cases involving lower dollar amounts?
Virginia Court of Appeals
Virginia Circuit Court
Virginia General District Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Which state court has a judge, no jury, and original jurisdiction for cases involving families and people under the age of 18?
Virginia Court of Appeals
Virginia Circuit Court
Virginia General District Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Which state court has a panel of judges, no jury, and appellate jurisdiction only?
Virginia Court of Appeals
Virginia Circuit Court
Virginia General District Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Which state court has 7 justices, no jury, and both appellate and original (limited) jurisdiction?
Virginia Court of Appeals
Virginia Circuit Court
Virginia General District Court
Virginia Supreme Court
Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
The power of judicial review is an important check that the ____ branch has over __________.
executive over legislative and judicial branches
legislative over judicial and executive branches
judicial over legislative and executive branches
Who has the power of judicial review?
the president of the United States
the U.S. Supreme Court
the federal courts of the United States
both the U.S. and Virginia Supreme Courts
Which case established the principle of judicial review?
Virginia v. Neff
U.S. v. Marbury
Marbury v. Madison
Brown v. Board of Education
What are the two types of conflicts resolved by courts?
(Select 2.)
criminal
felonies
misdemeanors
civil
In which type of case does a court determine whether a person accused of breaking the law is guilty or not guilty of a misdemeanor or felony?
criminal
federal
civil
state
In which type of case does a court settle a disagreement between two parties to recover damages or receive compensation?
criminal
federal
civil
state
What is the first step of procedure for a criminal case?
The case goes to arraignment.
The accused may be arrested if police have probable cause.
A court date is set.
The accused may be committed to jail or released on bail.
After a person has been arrested, the case proceeds to arraignment. What happens during arraignment?
(Select all answers that apply.)
A grand jury is selected.
Probable cause is reviewed.
An attorney may be appointed for the defendant.
A plea is entered.
A trial date is set.
If a preliminary hearing determined that there was probable cause in a felony arrest, what happens next?
A grand jury will determine if there is enough evidence to indict the accused.
A grand jury will try the case.
A trial date will be set.
What is the constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws?
judicial review
due process of law
unalienable rights
1st Amendment freedoms
Which of the following is TRUE about due process of law?
The 5th Amendment prohibits the national government from violating due process.
The 14th Amendment prohibits the state and local governments from violating due process.
The 5th Amendment prohibits the state and local governments from violating due process.
The 14th Amendment prohibits the national government from violating due process.
