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WorksheetsTest 4 Prep
Total questions: 75
Worksheet time: 38mins
(Senate 2nd Impeachment Trial) How many Republicans joined Democrats in voting to convict Trump?
Five
Six
Seven
Eight
(Senate 2nd Impeachment Trial) What was the final vote count in Trump's impeachment trial?
57 guilty to 43 not guilty
60 guilty to 40 not guilty
67 guilty to 33 not guilty
50 guilty to 50 not guilty
(Senate 2nd Impeachment Trial) How many votes are needed from the Senate to convict?
simple majority
3/5
2/3
3/4
(Pocket Vetoes 1945-2000) What is a pocket veto?
A veto used by the president in which Congress must override with a 2/3 majority
A veto where the president only rejects certain parts of a bill
A veto that automatically occurs when the president takes no action on a bill and Congress adjourns
A veto where the president asks Congress to revise a bill before signing
(Pocket Vetoes 1945-2000) How many total pocket vetoes were used between 1945 and 2000?
206
256
306
356
(Pocket Vetoes 1945-2000) Which presidents used pocket vetoes?
Nixon
Reagan
H.W. Bush
Clinton
(Regular Vetoes Post War Era 1945) Who has the authority to override a regular veto?
The Supreme Court
Congress
The Vice President
The President
(Regular Vetoes Post War Era 1945) What is a regular veto?
A veto automatically enacted when the president does not sign a bill
A veto where the president amends portions of the bill
A rejection that expires after 10 days
A direct rejection of a bill by the president, subject to Congressional override
(Regular Vetoes Post War Era 1945) How many total regular vetoes were there from 1945-2021?
450
504
520
600
(Regular Vetoes Post War Era 1945) How many regular vetoes were successfully overridden by Congress from 1945 to 2021?
45
50
52
60
(Regular Vetoes Post War Era 1945) Which of the following is an example of an overridden veto?
Affordable Care Act under Obama
NDAA 2021 under Trump
Voting Rights Act under Johnson
Clean Air Act under Nixon
(Divided Government V23) What is a divided government?
A government where the president's party controls both chambers of Congress
A government where no single party has a majority on Congress
A government where the judicial branch is involved in legislative decisions
A government where the executive and legislative branches are controlled by different parties
(Divided Government V23) Which of the following presidents experienced a divided government during their time in office?
George W. Bush
Barack Obama
Donald Trump
All of the above
(Divided Government V23) What typically happens to the president's party during midterm elections?
It gains Congressional seats
It remains unaffected
It often looses Congressional seats
It depends on the popularity of the president
(Presidents With Less than Half) In the 2016 election, what percentage of popular vote did Donald Trump win?
43%
45%
47%
50%
(Presidents With Less than Half) How many popular votes did third-party candidates win in the 2016 election?
Nearly 3 million
Nearly 7 million
Nearly 10 million
Nearly 12 million
(Presidents With Less than Half) In the 2016 election, what was the margin between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump in the popular vote?
1 million
3 million
5 million
10 million
(Vice- Presidents Casting Tie-Breaking Votes V-23) What responsibility does the Vice President have according to Article 1, Section 3 of the Constitution?
Serving as President of the Senate
Serving as Speaker of the House
Casting votes for all Senate decisions
Acting as President during Senate sessions
(Vice- Presidents Casting Tie-Breaking Votes V-23) How many votes are required to confirm federal judges to lifetime appointments after the rule change on filibusters?
60-40 vote
55-45 vote
51-50 vote
60-40 vote with the Vice President's approval
(Article II of Constitution 23) Which amendment altered the Electoral College system outlined in Article 2, Section1?
10th Amendment
12th Amendment
25th Amendment
22nd Amendment
(Article II of Constitution 23) Which phrase is included in the presidential oath of office?
"I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States"
"I will protect and defend the rights of the people"
"I will protect the Constitution from all threats"
"I will serve with honor and dignity"
(Article II of Constitution 23) As Commander in Chief, the president holds control over:
Only the U.S. armed forces
The armed forces and state militias when called into service
The state militias only
The U.S. military during wartime only
(Article II of Constitution 23) What power does the president have regarding pardons and reprieves?
The president can grant pardons in any case
The president can only grant pardons for federal crimes
The president can grant pardons except in cases of impeachment
The president has no power to grant pardons
(Article II of Constitution 23) To make a treaty, the president must obtain approval from:
A majority of Cabinet members
The Senate, with a 2/3 vote
The House of Representatives
The Chief Justice
(Article II of Constitution 23) What is the president's power regarding Congress according to Section 3 of Article 2?
The president can dissolve Congress at will
The president can pass laws directly
The president can appoint members to Congress
The president can adjourn Congress if the two chambers disagree on the time of adjournment
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) What was the purpose of the JCPOA (2015)?
To regulate U.S. military spending
To resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
To address Iran's nuclear program
To establish a trade agreement between Iran and the U.S.
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) What is the key feature of the War Powers Act of 1973?
It allows the president to declare war without Congressional approval
It limits the president's power to deploy troops without Congressional consent
It prohibits the U.S. from deploying troops to foreign countries
It requires Congress to approve all military actions
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) What was a key impact of the U.S. military's actions in Libya (2011)?
U.S. led a ground invasion
The U.S. became involved in a civil war
It led to the capture of Colonel Gaddafi
NATO allies deployed fighter jets in support of U.S. operations
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) Which of these statements is true about executive agreements?
They require Senate approval
They cannot be made with foreign governments
They are similar to treaties but do not require Senate approval
They have the same legal status as laws passed by Congress
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) How many presidential appointments are made to top civilian federal positions?
Hundreds
Dozens
Thousands
Only a few
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) What is one of the inherent weaknesses of executive orders?
They cannot be implemented without Congressional approval
They can be easily overturned by future administrations
They can only address foreign policy matters
They do not apply to the executive branch
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) What event is associated with the deployment of U.S. military forces under the War Powers Act of 1973?
The Gulf War
The Vietnam War
The invasion of Iraq in 2003
U.S. military intervention in Kosovo in 1999
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) How does the U.S. President interact with Congress in relation to the military according to Article 2?
The president can call Congress into session during military crises
The president can declare war without Congressional approval
The president has no military power
The president requires Congressional approval to deploy any troops
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) Which of the following statements about U.S. military deployments is true?
The U.S. is the largest fighting force in the world
The U.S. military is the most powerful, not the largest
The U.S. military lacks nuclear capabilities
The U.S. military does not deploy fighter jets abroad
(Key to Chapter 14 Presidency Kersh & Morone Text 2024) How many employees are in the Executive Office of the President?
1800
5000
3000
1500
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) What is the primary check on the power of the U.S. Supreme Court?
Congressional oversight
Public opinion
The Court's own sense of self-restraint
Presidential veto power
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) What is the main limitation of judicial power?
Lack of jurisdiction
Impeachment process
Judicial review's reactive nature
Public dissent
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) What was the purpose of FDR's Court Packing Scheme?
To increase the number of federal judges
To reduce the power of judicial review
To appoint more justices sympathetic to his policies
To limit the president's judicial appointments
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) Which of the following is a characteristic of federal judges in the U.S.?
They are appointed for a term of 10 years
They can be removed by presidential decree
They are subject to annual elections
They serve for life and are truly independent
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) How many cases does the U.S. Supreme Court typically hear each year from lower federal courts and higher state courts?
100-150
1,000-1,500
70-90
500-700
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) What is the main responsibility of the federal courts in the U.S.?
To create laws
To enforce executive orders
To interpret and apply laws
To amend the Constitution
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) Which of the following is true about the Senate's role in judicial nominations?
The Senate has rejected about 1/4 of SCOTUS nominations
The Senate cannot reject any judicial nomination
The Senate confirms all judicial nominations automatically
The Senate must approve judicial nominations by a 2/3 vote
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) What is meant by "senatorial courtesy"?
Senators can veto judicial nominations from their home state
The president must consult senators before making nominations
Senators recommend judicial candidates from their home state
Senators can end a filibuster on judicial nominations
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) What is a key feature of judicial review in the U.S.?
It is initiated by the courts without cases being brought to them
It allows the Court to create binding policies for the nation
It is used to directly influence legislation
It is reactive, meaning the Court only reviews cases presented to it
(V7 Judiciary (National Court System) Chapter 16 & Article III) Which branch of government does the U.S. Supreme Court rely on to enforce its decisions?
The President's office
The legislative branch
Other branches and levels of government
The American public
(Chapter 16 on the Judiciary) What is the total number of times the U.S. Supreme Court has used judicial review to strike down state and federal laws since 1789?
Over 500 times
Over 2000 times
Over 5000 times
Over 1,300 times
(Chapter 16 on the Judiciary) How are Superior Court Judges chosen in the state courts of Georgia?
By appointment from the governor
Through popular elections
By state legislature vote
By the state supreme court
(Chapter 16 on the Judiciary) What is the impact of the judicial review process on laws in the U.S.?
It allows laws to be overturned by the President
It enables the courts to strike down unconstitutional laws
It grants judges the power to create new laws
It restricts the ability of federal courts to interpret laws
(Norks Reach Combat Zone Oct. 2024) How many North Korean troops are reported to have reached the combat zone?
1,000 troops
3,000 troops
5,000 troops
12,000 troops
(Norks Reach Combat Zone Oct. 2024) What is the total number of North Korea soldiers that could potentially be deployed?
3,000
5,000
10,000
12,000
(Norks Reach Combat Zone Oct. 2024) What is the primary role of the North Korean troops in the Russia combat zone?
Engaging in peace talks
Supporting NATO forces
Providing humanitarian aid
Fighting off Ukrainian incursions
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) What is the name of Russia's military-intelligence agency?
FSB
KGB
GRU
SVR
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) What was the warning issues by Germany's spy chief, Bruno Kahl, about Russia's actions?
Russia's covert measures had reached a "level previously unseen"
Russia was planning a military invasion
Russia had developed new nuclear weapons
Russia was targeting NATO members with cyber-attacks
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) What did Vice-Admiral Nils Andreas Stenoses report in September regarding Russia's actions?
Russian forces were attacking American military facilities
Russia was targeting Ukrainian refugees
Russia's sabotage activities in Europe had increased
Russia had joined forces with the U.S. in combating terrorism
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) What group was accused of aiding the GRU in a number of attacks?
ISIS
Al-Qaeda
Taliban
Wagner Group
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) What did hackers with ties to the GRU target in April 2023?
Government buildings
Water plant control systems in US and Poland
NATO headquarters
Air traffic control systems
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) Which country did Russia try to influence by providing mercenaries after coups in the region
Burkina
Faso
Mali
Niger
All of the above
(Russian Spies- Going Feral) What is the primary aim of Russia's foreign-policy strategy, as stated in 2023?
To weaken Russian allies
To create new global trade alliances
To weaken Russia's opponents
To strengthen ties with NATO countries
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) What did Anthony Blinken say about the role of China in Russia's aggression?
China is neutral in the conflict
China is the biggest supplier of military equipment to Russia
China is the biggest supplier of machine tools and microelectronics to Russia
China is supporting Ukraine against Russia
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) According to Kurt Campbell, what has Russia provided China with?
Financial aid
Military technology, including submarines and missiles
Diplomatic support
Food supplies
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) What countries are forming a growing military-industrial alliance?
United States, China, Russia, and Iran
Russia, North Korea, Japan, and Iran
Russia, United States, China, and North Korea
Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) What factor is considered the greater long-term threat to Western security?
Weapons transfters
Military know-how exchange
Trade relationships
Economic sanctions
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) What has North Korea and Iran sent Russia for the war effort?
Advanced radar systems
Nuclear warheads
Hundreds of missiles, artillery shells, and drones
Medical supplies
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) What has Russia been teaching Iran about its military capabilities?
Drone and missile air attack strategies
Satellite navigation techniques
Cyber-warfare tactics
Nuclear weapons production
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) Which country has been studying the effectiveness of HIMARS, drones, and landmines in Ukraine?
Russia
Iran
North Korea
China
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) What has Russia helped Iran with in relation to space?
Military satellite development
Creating intercontinental ballistic missiles
Missile warning and defence systems
Launching commercial satellites
(Quartet of Chaos Sept 2024) Which of the following best describes the cooperation between the countries in the alliance?
Formal military alliance like NATO
Non-coordinated military actions with no formal agreements
A shared military command structure
Bilateral deals focused on mutual self-interest
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) Where are North Korean troops reportedly undergoing training?
Khabarovsk
Moscow
Kursk
Zaporizhia
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) How many North Korean officers are included in the deployment?
100
500
1,000
2,000
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) What type of missiles has North Korea transferred to Russia since late 2023?
Nuclear missiles
Anti-aircraft missiles
Ballistic missiles
Cruise missiles
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) What technology is Russia reportedly transferring to North Korea?
Satellites
Fighter jets
Cybersecurity software
Low-yield tactical nuclear weapons
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) According to John Foreman, the latest developments in the Russian-North Korean cooperation signal:
Russian strength
Russian desperation
North Korea's expansion
The beginning of a peace process
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) What does Ukraine's "Victory Plan" include as one of its key points?
Immediate ceasefire
Border negotiations with Russia
Invitation to NATO
Complete withdrawal from the war
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) What is the primary goal of Ukraine's "non-nuclear deterrence"?
To create nuclear weapons
To build long-range missiles for attacking Russian targets
To negotiate peace with Russia
To secure international aid
(North Koreans- Russian allies at front) Which of the following best describes the condition of Russian soldiers, according to Mr. Budanov?
Highly motivated
Well-prepared for modern warfare
Unmotivated and resigned to their fate
Skilled and determined
