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Coach Jumpstart Plus | Civics & Economics | Post Test

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
1. Which principle of American government is expressed in this quote?
a)

A. Representative Government

b)

B. Checks and Balances

c)

C. Judicial Review

d)

D. Federalism

2.
2. The Declaration of Independence --
a)

A. Introduced the concept of freedom of religion

b)

B. Established the first national government of the U.S.

c)

C. Affirmed the idea that people have natural rights

d)

D. Defended freedom of speech and freedom of the press

3.
3. As outlined in its Preamble, one of the goals of the Constitution is to --
a)

A. Ensure domestic tranquility

b)

B. Guarantee freedom of speech

c)

C. Declare independence from Great Britain

d)

D. Create a market economy

4.
4. The process of amending the Constitution of Virginia is complete when the amendment is --
a)

A. Acted on by the U.S. Congress

b)

B. Ratified by the voters of VA

c)

C. Approved by the Supreme Court of VA

d)

D. Signed by the governor of VA

5.
5. To become a naturalized citizen of the U.S., a person must --
a)

A. Perform community service

b)

B. Vote in an election

c)

C. Serve in the armed forces

d)

D. Show knowledge of American history

6.
6. The 1st Amendment to the Constitution forbids the federal government to --
a)

A. Collect income taxes

b)

B. Establish an official religion

c)

C. Control interstate commerce

d)

D. Overturn state court decisions

7.
7. This cartoon illustrates citizens fulfilling their civic duties by --
a)

A. Communicating with government officials

b)

B. Respecting others' political rights

c)

C. Doing community service

d)

D. Obeying laws

8.
8. The people in this picture are --
a)

A. Fulfilling a required duty

b)

B. Becoming naturalized citizens

c)

C. Exercising their right of petition

d)

D. Being responsible citizens

9.
9. This amendment best reflects the concept of --
a)

A. Consent of the governed

b)

B. Representative government

c)

C. Limited government

d)

D. Natural rights

10.
10. Which phrase best completes this diagram?
a)

A. The U.S. Constitution

b)

B. State laws

c)

C. Local laws

d)

D. The Electoral College

11.
11. The president can check the power of the Supreme Court by --
a)

A. Overturning its decisions

b)

B. Appointing its justices

c)

C. Impeaching judges

d)

D. Amending the Constitution

12.
12. This cartoon shows the president acting as the --
a)

A. Chief legislator

b)

B. Chief diplomat

c)

C. Chief of party

d)

D. Chief justice

13.
13. Judicial power in Virginia is exercised by the Virginia Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals of Virginia, and the --
a)

A. Circuit Courts and District Courts

b)

B. House of Delegates

c)

C. Attorney General

d)

D. Town Councils and City Councils

14.
14. Which most likely explains why state governments are worried about this new federal law?
a)

A. Federal action is needed to carry it out

b)

B. Adequate funding is not provided to carry it out

c)

C. It must be reviewed by the U.S. Supreme Court

d)

D. It does not protect public health or safety.

15.
15. Which is a duty of the executive branch of the Virginia State government?
a)

A. To oversee the court system

b)

B. To conduct foreign policy

c)

C. To operate public schools

d)

D. To enforce laws

16.
16. In Virginia's cities, mayors can be elected by the --
a)

A. Voters or local board of supervisors

b)

B. Voters or city council members

c)

C. Local board of supervisors or city council members

d)

D. Virginia Senate or Virginia Supreme Court

17.
17. Local governments in Virginia receive their powers from the Constitution of Virginia and by acts of the --
a)

A. Governor

b)

B. State Supreme Court

c)

C. General Assembly

d)

D. State District Courts

18.
18. A charge like the one in this headline would be tried in which court?
a)

A. U.S. District Court

b)

B. U.S. Court of Appeals

c)

C. General District Court

d)

D. Virginia Supreme Court

19.
19. The principle of judicial review was first established in the case of --
a)

A. Marbury v Madison

b)

B. McCulloch v Maryland

c)

C. Plessy v Ferguson

d)

D. Brown v Board of Education

20.
20. The principle of federalism as established by the U.S. Constitution is the division of power --
a)

A. Among the individual states

b)

B. Among cities, counties, and the states

c)

C. Between the states and the national government

d)

D. Among the three branches of the national government

21.
21. This cartoon illustrates how political parties --
a)

A. Provide a forum for elected officials

b)

B. Provide information about the issues

c)

C. Recruit and nominate candidates

d)

D. Resolve disputes about campaign laws

22.
22. Which type of political party is this person trying to start?
a)

A. Conservative party

b)

B. Liberal party

c)

C. Major party

d)

D. Third party

23.
23. Which phrase best describes this campaign ad?
a)

A. Public debate

b)

B. Opinion supported by facts

c)

C. Voter education about issues

d)

D. Political propaganda

24.
24. The high costs of campaigning for public office have resulted in --
a)

A. more political action committees (PACs) being formed

b)

B. more opportunities for ordinary citizens to run for office

c)

C. fewer fund-raising activities held by candidates

d)

D. less influence of special interest groups

25.
25. Based on this table, which statement is most accurate?
a)

A. Voter turnout decreases as income levels rise

b)

B. Voter turnout increases as income levels rise

c)

C. Voter turnout is not affected by family income level

d)

D. Voter turnout is highest among middle-income voters

26.
26. In the Electoral College system, the electors for each state are chosen by --
a)

A. popular vote

b)

B. the governor

c)

C. legislative confirmation

d)

D. the presidential candidates

27.
27. Which step best completes this diagram?
a)

A. The Senate votes on the bill

b)

B. The House of Representatives votes on the bill

c)

C. Both houses of Congress vote on the bill

d)

D. The president vetoes the bill and Congress revises it

28.
28. This drawing reflects the Virginia government's role in --
a)

A. Improving transportation

b)

B. Protecting the environment

c)

C. Promoting business interests

d)

D. Supporting public education

29.
29. Who is responsible for passing ordinances for a county in Virginia?
a)

A. Elected board of supervisors

b)

B. Appointed council members

c)

C. Voters in the county

d)

D. General Assembly

30.
30. Which word or phrase best describes how Angela is trying to influence public policy?
a)

A. Seeking elected office

b)

B. Campaigning

c)

C. Lobbying

d)

D. Demonstrating

31.
31. Which concept ensures fair treatment for all United States citizens?
a)

A. Judicial review

b)

B. Probable cause

c)

C. Due process of law

d)

D. Original jurisdiction

32.
32. What is the correct sequence in a criminal case?
a)

A. 2, 3, 1, 4, 5

b)

B. 3, 1, 2, 5, 4

c)

C. 3, 4, 2, 5, 1

d)

D. 3, 4, 5, 2, 1

33.
33. Which of these represents the opportunity cost of Juan's decision?
a)

A. The amount of money Juan had in his savings

b)

B. The value of having the newest of having the newest video game

c)

C. The sale price of the bicycle Juan bought

d)

D. The time Juan spent making his decision

34.
34. Which is the best title for this table?
a)

A. Mixed Economy

b)

B. Command Economy

c)

C. Traditional Economy

d)

D. Free Market Economy

35.
35. Over summer vacation, which student would be the best match for this job?
a)

A. Mary Jo likes to sleep late and has allergies

b)

B. Ana is interested in science and enjoys gardening

c)

C. Marcus goes to band camp and enjoys computer games

d)

D. Felix is a lifeguard, and his schedule changes each week

36.
36. Derrick is likely to be successful in his career because he --
a)

A. has a higher education level and advanced skills

b)

B. works for an international company

c)

C. is an expert in technology and globalization

d)

D. has a strong work ethic and is fiscally responsible

37.
37. Employers of the future are most likely to hire people who have -
a)

A. some general skills

b)

B. limited work experiences

c)

C. a high school diploma

d)

D. updated technology skills

38.
38. Which statement does this newspaper headline best illustrate?
a)

A. Higher incomes generally lead to financial success

b)

B. Higher education levels generally lead to financial success

c)

C. Higher education levels generally increase the supply of labor

d)

D. Self-assessment generally leads to higher education levels

39.
39. People have to make economic choices because --
a)

A. resources and goods are limited

b)

B. resources and goods are unlimited

c)

C. supply and demand always change

d)

D. consumption determines what is purchased

40.
40. Which phrase best completes this list?
a)

A. Competition

b)

B. Individual choice

c)

C. Profit motive

d)

D. Lack of consumer choice

41.
41. Which economic concept is best illustrated by this table?
a)

A. Supply and demand

b)

B. Opportunity cost

c)

C. Private ownership

d)

D. Individual choice

42.
42. This drawing best illustrates --
a)

A. competition

b)

B. incentives

c)

C. consumer sovereignty

d)

D. opportunity cost

43.
43. A business organization with two or more owners who share the risks and the profits is a --
a)

A. financial institution

b)

B. proprietorship

c)

C. partnership

d)

D. corporation

44.
44. If this cheese company follows the normal process of economic flow, it will purchase more raw milk by --
a)

A. using its profits

b)

B. taking out a loan

c)

C. reducing its prices

d)

D. selling more stock

45.
45. This ad shows how private financial institutions --
a)

A. make profits

b)

B. encourage savings

c)

C. charge fees

d)

D. reinvest funds

46.
46. One reason the United States trades with other nations is to --
a)

A. control markets

b)

B. decrease competition

c)

C. create jobs

d)

D. limit choice

47.
47. Which is something usually provided by the government?
a)

A. Interstate Highways

b)

B. Shopping Mall

c)

C. Amusement Park

d)

D. Baseball Field

48.
48. Who is responsible for managing the amount of money in the United States economy, in order to keep inflation low?
a)

A. The president

b)

B. Congress

c)

C. Private financial institutions

d)

D. The Federal Reserve System

49.
49. The United States government issues coins and currency to --
a)

A. make buying and selling goods and services easier

b)

B. increase deposits in savings accounts

c)

C. limit the need to raise taxes

d)

D. encourage global trade

50.
50. Profit is best defined as the money earned --
a)

A. after all expenses have been paid

b)

B. after all sales are added up

c)

C. when demand is greater than supply

d)

D. when competition exists between producers