WorksheetsVA SOL Assessment Review: Units 1-4
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 33mins
What do we call an individual with certain rights and responsibilities under a government who, by birth or by choice owes allegiance to that government?
citizen
immigrant
resident
foreigner
What Amendment to the United States Constitution defines citizenship as “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the
jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and the state wherein they
reside.”
Fourteenth
Sixteenth
First
Tenth
Select the two ways in which you can obtain citizenship in the United States of America?
Become President
Be born in any state or be born in a different country but at least one of your parents is a United States Citizen
Complete the Naturalization Process
Pay to obtain a passport from the point you enter the country
What is a good title for this list?
1. be at least 18 years old
2. be a legal resident of the U.S. for 3-5 years
3. be a person of good moral character and loyal to the U.S.
4. be able to read, speak, and write English
5. pass a naturalization test
6. take the Oath of Allegiance at a naturalization ceremony
Steps to Run for President of the United States
Steps of the Naturalization Process
Steps to Obtain and United States Passport
Steps to Move to a Different Country
Immigration and naturalization, particularly in the twentieth century, have led to an increasingly _______ society.
diverse
technologically advanced
uniform
similar
A _____ is something a U.S. citizen must do or face legal consequences.
Duty
Responsibility
A _______ is something a U.S. citizen should do or chooses to do that contributes to the good of society.
Duty
Responsibility
What is this a list of?
1. Obey laws, including
2. pay taxes
3. serve in the armed forces if called
4. serve in court on a jury or as a witness when summoned
Civic Duties
Civic Responsibilities
What is this a list of?
● register and vote
● hold elective office
● communicate with government officials, to influence their actions
● serve in voluntary, appointed government positions
● participate in political campaigns
● keep informed regarding current issues
● respect others’ right to an equal voice in government
Civic Duties
Civic Responsibilities
What is a written change to the United States Constitution called?
government
amendment
citizen
naturalization
What do we call a person who comes to a country to settle as a permanent citizen?
naturalization
immigrant
government
diverse
What is another word for allegiance?
loyalty
responsibility
duty
common good
Suffrage, or voting rights, is a right given to all citizens 18 years and older.
True
False
The political principle "democracy" means:
the people rule.
the government is bound by the law.
people elect officeholders to conduct government on their behalf.
government is not all-powerful.
Citizens elect members of Congress along with state leaders. Which principle does this represent?
rule of law
limited government
consent of the governed
representative government
The concept of "rule of law" guarantees:
laws are applied equally to all.
representative government
laws in the U.S. change frequently.
laws in the U.S never change.
The government may do only what the people give it the power to do.
This statement best describes the fundamental political principle of:
rule of law.
representative government.
limited government.
consent of the governed.
Citizens give authority to the government in exchange for the protection of their rights. This political principle is called:
limited government.
rule of law.
consent of the governed.
representative government.
The document that stated the colonists grievances against the King of Great Britain was the:
Charters of the VA Company of London.
Declaration of Independence.
Virginia Declaration of Rights.
Articles of Confederation
The document that served as the first form of national government for the independent states was the:
Articles of Confederation.
Declaration of Independence.
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom.
Charters of the Virginia Company of London.
The document that gave the colonists the same rights as Englishmen was the:
Charters of the Virginia Company of London.
Declaration of Independence.
Virginia Declaration of Rights.
Articles of Confederation.
The document that was used as a model for the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution was the
Declaration of Independence.
Virginia Declaration of Rights.
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom.
Magna Carta.
Which statement is an example of the principle of rule of law?
A city council member is found guilty of speeding.
A state senator is re-elected to her second term.
A crime suspect is informed of his constitutional rights.
A citizen is shown how to vote.
"We hold these truths to be self-evident,... that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights,
that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
What Document made the statement above?
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Articles of Confederation
Declaration of Independence
Magna Carta
The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
stated grievances against the king.
served as a model for the Bill of Rights.
stated the power of the government should remain within the states.
established freedom to worship as they choose.
Which of the following was not included in the Declaration of Independence?
complaints against the king
laws for colonists living in the new colony
reasons why the colonists thought they should be free from British rule
the idea that people have rights that cannot be taken away by the government
Which document gave most of the power to the individual states, and left a weak central government?
Articles of Confederation
Declaration of Independence
Magna Carta
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Which failed document led to the writing of the United States Constitution?
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
What statement is an example of limited government?
By choosing officeholders, people rule themselves.
The government cannot sentence a person to jail without providing them a fair trial.
The legislative branch makes laws.
All citizens will face consequences if they do not fulfill their civic duties.
Select all answers that are correct about
the Magna Carta:
stated the principle that everyone, including the King, is subject to the law.
declared the colonies' independence from Great Britain.
guaranteed basic rights and freedoms to the Englishmen.
created a strong central government.
The Mayflower Compact is the first example in America of _____.
divine oversight of government
popular sovereignty
written democratic self-government
constitutional monarchy
What English document written in 1215 established the rights listed below?
- Basic rights of citizens
- Rule of law
- Representative assemblies
What type of government does the United States have?
Oligarchy
Direct Democracy
Republic/Representative Democracy
Monarchy
According to the Declaration of Independence, the purpose of government is to protect
money
natural rights
the White House
the leader
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 "...in order to form a more perfect union..." 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 "...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 "...provide for the common defense..." 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
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
What does "...secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity..." 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
What does "...do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America..." 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
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
We the people
in order to form a more perfect union
establish justice
secure the blessings of liberty
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
We the people
in order to form a more perfect union
establish justice
secure the blessings of liberty
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
We the people
in order to form a more perfect union
establish justice
secure the blessings of liberty
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
We the people
in order to form a more perfect union
establish justice
secure the blessings of liberty
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
insure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote the general welfare
do ordain and establish this Constitution
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
insure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote the general welfare
do ordain and establish this Constitution
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
insure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote the general welfare
do ordain and establish this Constitution
Which line from the Preamble matches this image?
insure domestic tranquility
provide for the common defense
promote the general welfare
do ordain and establish this Constitution
An amendment is
a change to the Supreme Court.
a change to the Executive cabinet.
a change to the constitution.
a change to the composition of Congress.
How many amendments have been added over time?
10
27
30
50
Which branch of government is involved in the amendment process?
executive (President)
judicial (Supreme Court)
legislative (Congress)
Define ratify
formally suggesting an amendment
to approve an amendment
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 thought the Constitution should never be changed.
What does Article I (1) establish?
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Supremacy of the Constitution
What does Article II (2) establish?
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Supremacy of the Constitution
What does Article III (3) establish?
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Executive Branch
Supremacy of the Constitution
What does Article IV (4) establish?
The Constitution is Supreme
How to amend the Constitution
How to ratify the Constitution
Relationships between the states
Amendment 1
Protects your Liberties: Speech/Press/Petition/Religion/Assemble
Right to bear arms
Freedom from quartering troops
Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure
Amendment 2
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a jury in a civil court cases
Power unlisted in the constitution are reserved for the states/people
Right to bear arms
Amendment 3
Protection of your liberties: Speech/Press/Petition/Religion/Assembly
Right to legal counsel
Freedom from quartering troops
Freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
Amendment 4
Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a speedy trial and impartial jury
Rights unlisted in the constitution are still protected
Amendment 5
Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a speedy trial and impartial jury
Rights unlisted in the constitution are still protected
Amendment 6
Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a speedy trial and impartial jury
Rights unlisted in the constitution are still protected
Amendment 7
Right to a jury in civil cases. Facts found cannot be reexamined
Right to legal counsel
Freedom from quartering troops
Freedom from cruel and unusual punishment
Amendment 8
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a jury in a civil court cases
Freedom from excessive bail/ cruel and unusual punishment
Right to bear arms
Amendment 9
Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a speedy trial and impartial jury
Rights unlisted in the constitution are still protected
Amendment 10
Freedom from self-incrimination
Right to a jury in a civil court cases
Power unlisted in the constitution are reserved for the states/people
Right to bear arms
Group of citizens with similar views on public issues who gather together to elect individuals to office
Political Party
media
Electoral College
person who runs for government office
voter
candidate
liberal
statement of a party's official stand on major issues
platform
Electoral College
officeholder
a political party that rarely wins big elections and form in opposition to the two major parties
liberal
conservative
Third Party
middle of the political spectrum (having both liberal and conservative views)
moderate
bias
media
favoring one side of an issue, while ignoring evidence that supports the other side
platform
electorate
bias
All of the people allowed to vote in a given election
electorate
Electoral College
political party
Forms of communication, such as newspapers, tv, radio, magazines, etc., that reach millions of people.
mass media
platform
electorate
Number of representatives plus number of senators for a state (what determines the number of state's electoral votes)
voter apathy
congressional representation
liberal
formally choose a candidate for election to represent a specific party
endorse
nominating
propaganda
political views that favor a large role for the government in solving society's problems; typically associated with the Democratic Party
bias
liberal
conservative
political views that favor a limited government; typically associated with the Republican Party
conservative
liberal
bias
two main political parties control the government, Republican and Democrat
two-party system
winner take all system
Electoral College
This phrase best refers to the _____.
failed policies made by foreign officials
national problems caused by outdated laws
grievances in the Declaration of Independence
weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation
Which amendment led to this decision?
16th
5th
8th
13th
