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Worksheets1st 9 Week Test Review 2
Total questions: 65
Worksheet time: 2hrs 6mins
The 3 ways of being a U.S. citizen include: being born in the U.S., having citizen parents and _______________.
becoming naturalized and adopting the U.S. as your country
being born in Europe and living in the United States
being taken prisoner by the United States during a war
Admitting Mr. L is a cool guy.
A child is born in France to a US citizen mom and a French citizen dad. Is she a U.S. citizen? Explain.
Yes; Birthright by Law of Blood
Yes; Birthright by Law of Soil
No; She's a legal alien but can become naturalized.
No; She will be deported if she is caught living in the U.S.
How does someone qualify for "birthright citizenship" in the United States?
by meeting requirements for "Law of Blood" or "Law of Soil"
by completing all 5 steps in the naturalization process
by marrying a U.S. citizen
having legal residency for work or school (a Green Card)
Which amendment defines a U.S. citizen as someone who has been born or naturalized in the U.S.?
26th Amendment
15th Amendent
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
Asking yourself, "what can I do for my country?" is an action that represents which Unit 1 term?
respecting others
common good
public policy
popular sovereignty
Obeying the law is a(n) ________ of citizenship.
responsibility
right
obligation
none of the above
The illustration shows a legal document. Why are citizens required to respond to such documents?
to guarantee court hearings remain public
to guarantee courts provide probable cause
to protect the constitutional right to a fair trial
to protect the constitutional right of petition
Voting in elections, volunteering, and staying informed are examples of what?
Rights
Responsibilities
Opportunities
English
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
__________ establishes that a person's citizenship at birth is the same as that of his or her biological mother or father.
law of blood
law of soil
naturalization
Which REQUIREMENT of the naturalization process is missing from this list:
be at least 18 years old
legal permanent resident for at least 5 years
be of good moral character
speak and read English
have at least one American parent
live in the U.S. prior to 2010
pass a civics and history test
The rule of law :
no one is above the law
The Constitution is the supreme law of the land and the Supreme Court upholds the Constitution.
the Supreme Court is the supreme law of the land
the Bill of Rights is the supreme law of the land and immigrants are not accountable for violating it.
Activities citizens must do are called . . .
rights.
responsibilities.
obligations.
common good.
Activities citizens should do are called . . .
rights.
responsibilities.
obligations.
petitions.
Which describes an Element of rule of law?
consistent application
enforcement of the law
decisions based on the law
all of the above
Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
military officers
elected officials
interest groups
circuit judges
Which best describes the main objective of a lobbyist?
to raise campaign funds for political parties
to influence public decision-making for the common good
to influence, convince, and persuade state legislators or members of Congress on issues
to advise political candidates on how to manage their political campaigns
Who do lobbyists represent? (Who typically hires them?)
Elected Officials
Interest Groups
Rich Donors
The Media
Which example below shows the media working as a "watchdog"?
A reporter shares a story about former President Obama riding a jetski.
A news agency reports a story about the government stealing money from citizens
The nightly news does a story on how much money it costs to run for president
The news does a story on why Democrats and Republicans sometimes dont agree with each other.
What is the purpose of a P.A.C.
Using money to influence political campaigns
Influence politicians by asking them to vote a certain way
To report whether or not the government is following rules and laws
To help politicians decide what political party to join
What are ways individuals can influence and monitor the government? (hint: there are FOUR correct answers!)
run for political office
attend civic meetings
vote
petition the government
lobby senators and representatives
What is the main purpose of Political Action Committees (PACs)?
Using money to give influence candidates running for office
convincing politicians to support their interest group's positions with their decisions
providing politicians with unbiased information to increase the common good
endorsing candidates that support their personal views and agree with their platform
Using a picture or word as a representation of something else is an example of:
bias
convey
symbolism
lobbying
Which option presents a clear one sided point of view?
ex: People who like pineapples on pizza are evil
Bias
Propaganda
Symbolism
Metaphor
Which represents an opinionated, one sided point of view?
symbolism
bias
propaganda
The following are requirements for which political office?
- At least 35 years old
- Natural born citizen
- Lived in US for 14 years
President
U.S. Senator
FL Senator
Vice President
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
FL Governor
President
The following are requirements for which political office?
At least 30 years old
US citizen for 9 years
Live in the state they represent
President
U.S. Senator
U.S. Representative
FL Governor
What type of citizenship must you have in order to qualify to run for the Presidency?
Natural Born
Naturalized
None
Any
Which branch of government interprets/determines what a law means?
executive
legislative
judicial
Which is NOT a power of the president?
power to tax
power to lead military
power to veto bills
power to pardon criminals
establish Justice,.....What does this phrase mean?
create a fair legal system,
a better union of states than before
join together to defend against attacks,
keep things peaceful at home
insure domestic Tranquility,.....What does this phrase mean?
create a fair legal system,
a better union of states than before
join together to defend against attacks,
keep things peaceful at home
provide for the common defense,.....What does this phrase mean?
a better union of states than before
create a fair legal system,
join together to defend against attacks,
keep things peaceful at home
The preamble of a document serves as a/an:
introduction to a document
summary of a document
midpoint in a document
conclusion of a document
Which part of the Constitution establishes the 6 goals and purpose of the government?
the Articles
the Amendments
the Preamble
The branch of government that reviews and interprets laws to determine whether they are fair or unfair.
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
The head of this branch is the Supreme Court
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
The head of this branch is the President
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Division of Power between the 3 branches of government.
Equal Powers
Separation of Powers
Infinity Stones
Bicameral Legislature
Prevents any one branch of government from becoming too powerful. Allows each branch of government to limit powers of the other two branches.
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Checks & Balances
Natural Rights
The structure and powers of each branch of government are outlined in the...
Preamble
Amendments
Articles 1,2, and 3 of the Constitution
Article 1 is the ________________ Branch
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Congress
Article 2 is the _________________ Branch.
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Chief
Article 3 is the _________________ Branch.
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Useless
The President is the leader of the military. Anything he says goes. The Military have to follow the President's orders. This power is known as ______________________________.
chief legislator
negotiator-in-chief
chief regulator
commander-in-chief
When the Judicial Branch decides whether something is Constitutional or Unconstitutional. This is know as ________________________.
Constitutional Review
Constitutional Interpretation
Judicial Review
Judicial Interpretation
Who interprets the law?
Who was the Enlightenment thinker to first suggest the separation of powers & checks and balances in government?
Who can Veto Laws made by the legislative branch?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Who Makes Appointments to the Supreme Court and Cabinet?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Who approves appointments of federal judges?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
True or False:
One of the main jobs of The Senate is to Approve the actions of other branches.
True
False
Who was the Enlightenment thinker to first suggest the separation of powers & checks and balances in government?
an order that comes from the U.S. President or a government agency and must be obeyed like a law.
Presidential Law
Executive Law
Executive Order
Presidential Order
Veto
The power of the U.S. President to choose members of his or her cabinet, ambassadors to other nations, and other officials in his or her administration.
Presidential Appointment
Presidential Pointa
Presidential Selection
Executive Review
What is the job of an appeals court?
Correct any errors or mistakes made interpreting the law that happened at the trial court
The ability of courts to hear and decide cases
Settling disputes under the law
What is the order of Florida’s state courts (lowest to highest)?
State Supreme Court, County Court (trial) OR Circuit Court (trial), District Court of Appeals
County Court (trial) OR Circuit Court (trial), District Court of Appeals, State Supreme Court
District Court of Appeals, State Supreme Court, County Court (trial) OR Circuit Court (trial)
What is a Writ of Certiorari?
the branch of government responsible for interpreting laws; made up of the Supreme Court and all other lower courts
The procedure to see if the U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case
A law that punishes a person for doing something that was not illegal at the time it was done
An earlier event or action that is used as an example or guide to be considered in similar circumstances
