WorksheetsReview CBA 2.9
Total questions: 76
Worksheet time: 1hrs 8mins
Which era in U.S. history is characterized by the establishment of the first permanent English colony in Jamestown?
The Age of Jackson
Colonization
Westward Expansion
Reconstruction
What document, signed in 1215, influenced the U.S. system of government by limiting the power of the monarchy?
The Mayflower Compact
The Federalist Papers
The Magna Carta
The English Bill of Rights
Which principle of the U.S. Constitution ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?
Popular Sovereignty
Federalism
Checks and Balances
Individual Rights
What are unalienable rights as defined in the Declaration of Independence?
Rights that can be transferred or sold
Rights that cannot be taken away or denied
Rights granted by the government
Rights that apply only to citizens
Which amendment in the Bill of Rights guarantees the freedom of speech?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Which event marked the beginning of the American Revolution?
The signing of the Declaration of Independence
The Boston Tea Party
The Battle of Lexington and Concord
The Constitutional Convention
Which document served as a social contract for the Pilgrims and influenced the U.S. system of government?
The Magna Carta
The Mayflower Compact
The English Bill of Rights
The Federalist Papers
What principle of the U.S. Constitution is demonstrated by the division of power between the national and state governments?
Republicanism
Federalism
Popular Sovereignty
Individual Rights
Which of the following is an example of an unalienable right?
The right to vote
The right to own property
The right to life
The right to a fair trial
Which amendment in the Bill of Rights protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
What was a major cause of the American Civil War?
The signing of the Magna Carta
The issue of slavery and states' rights
The westward expansion
The Age of Jackson
Which historic document argued for the ratification of the U.S. Constitution and influenced the U.S. system of government?
The Magna Carta
The Mayflower Compact
The Federalist Papers
The English Bill of Rights
Which principle of the U.S. Constitution is reflected by the idea that government derives its power from the consent of the governed?
Limited Government
Popular Sovereignty
Checks and Balances
Separation of Powers
Which of the following is NOT considered an unalienable right?
The right to liberty
The right to pursue happiness
The right to a government job
The right to life
Which amendment in the Bill of Rights guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?
First Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
What was the primary effect of the Reconstruction era following the Civil War?
The expansion of U.S. territory
The reintegration of Southern states into the Union
The colonization of new lands
The drafting of the Magna Carta
Which document, signed in 1689, influenced the U.S. system of government by establishing parliamentary sovereignty?
The Magna Carta
The Mayflower Compact
The English Bill of Rights
The Federalist Papers
Which principle of the U.S. Constitution is demonstrated by the division of government into three branches?
Individual Rights
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Republicanism
Which of the following is an example of a right guaranteed by the Bill of Rights?
The right to own slaves
The right to bear arms
The right to free education
The right to vote
Which era in U.S. history involved significant territorial expansion and the concept of Manifest Destiny?
The Age of Jackson
Westward Expansion
The Early Republic
The Civil War
What did George Washington establish during his presidency that has impacted the United States government?
D) The title 'His Highness, the Protector of Our Liberties'
C) The title 'His Excellency'
B) A group of advisors known as the cabinet
A) A federal court system
What title did George Washington believe best conveyed the democratic ideals of the United States?
A) His Excellency
B) His Highness, the Protector of Our Liberties
C) Mr. President
D) His Majesty
When did George Washington step down from office as President of the United States?
A) After his first term
D) After his fourth term
B) After his second term
C) After his third term
Match the following vocabulary words to their correct definitions.
precedent
establishing a rule/guideline
inauguration
ceremony for the beginning of something
cabinet
group of advisors
debt
something; usually money owed
foreign
from another country
Which new law created the federal court system?
Residence Act of 1790
Judiciary Act of 1789
Declaration of Independence
Naturalization Act of 1790
Arguments over the _______________________ led to the formation of the first political parties.
Neutrality Proclamation
Treaty of Paris
Bank of the United States
ratification of the Constitution
What type of people supported the Democratic-Republican party?
farmers
bankers
wealthy elite
businessmen
What type of people supported the Federalist party?
farmers
women
ranchers
bankers
How did Washington feel about political parties?
He felt they were divisive and did not like them.
He always sided with Hamilton.
He always sided with Jefferson.
He felt they were necessary for a healthy democratic republic.
The __________________ Party favored agriculture.
Federalist
Democratic-Republican
Whig
Tory
The ___________________ Party favored business.
Democratic-Republican
Tory
Federalist
Whig
___________________________ are taxes on imported goods (goods brought into our country).
Excise taxes
Tariffs
Property taxes
Goods taxes
The ____________________ Clause states that we Congress can do what is "necessary and proper" for our country.
Supremacy
Elastic
Necessity
Beneficial
Which detail is NOT TRUE about the Federalist Party:
They believed a strong federal government was needed to run the country.
They didn't want a National Bank, thinking it was benefitting only the wealthy.
They believed in loose interpretation of the Constitution. Some laws are "implied", but not stated.
They think the economy should be based on manufacturing and factories.
Which of the following would best complete the graphic?
Reasons for the resettlement of the Native Americans
Explanation of the Great Compromise by Roger Sherman
Causes of the formation of American political parties
Causes and Effects of the Nullification Crisis
The quote would most likely have been said by a person from the-
Federalist party
New England Colonies
Northeastern United States
Democratic-Republican Party
Which document established the first form of national government for the United States?
The Articles of Confederation
The U.S. Constitution
The Declaration of Independence
The Bill of Rights
What was the primary purpose of the Federalist Papers?
To argue against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution
To support the ratification of the U.S. Constitution
To outline the rights of the states
To establish the first political parties
Which event marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War?
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Boston Tea Party
The drafting of the U.S. Constitution
The signing of the Declaration of Independence
The List of Grievances were the part of the Declaration that
detailed the colonists' complaints with King George.
listed a man's natural rights.
introduced the Declaration.
concluded the Declaration, declaring America a free country.
Why is July 4, 1776 an important date in U.S. history?
Common Sense was published.
The Olive Branch Petition sent to King George III.
The American Revolution ends.
The Declaration of Independence is signed.
What are unalienable rights?
Rights that government cannot take away
Rights that government takes away
rights for aliens
Government is needed to promote equality
Another word used to describe the free enterprise system is
communism
capitalism
nationalism
none of the above
Under a free enterprise system, businesses in the US are allowed to do all of the following EXCEPT
decide what products to sell
decide how to operate their business
price their products
they're allowed to do all of the above
In a free enterprise system, the government places ______ restrictions on businesses and citizens
minimum
maximum
normal
abnormal
This nation's government does NOT use a free enterprise system
Canada
United States
North Korea
South Korea
The US government allows businesses to produce and sell products which express an opinion.
True
False
All of the following are characteristics of a free enterprise system EXCEPT
freedom to pursue an education
freedom to seek employment
freedom to scam others
freedom to purchase property
A government which uses a free enterprise system of economics allow its citizens to
start their own business
purchase goods wherever they want
spend their money as they please
all of the above
Under a free enterprise system, people must work in a profession that is chosen for them by the government.
True
False
In order to get his financial program through Congress in 1790, Alexander Hamilton made a deal to move the nation's capital from:
New York to Trenton to Philadelphia
New York to Washington DC
Philadelphia to Washington, DC
Why was Thomas Jefferson against Alexander Hamilton's National Bank plan
He did not like the increase in taxes the National Bank would bring
He thought the National bank would give the states too much power
He believed it was unconstitutional
Which of the following is true of Alexander Hamilton's financial plan.
The Federal Government would create a Bank of the United States
The Federal Government would not assume the debt of each of the states
Hamilton did not want any taxes on the population
Alexander Hamilton held which public office?
President
Secretary of the Interior
Secretary of the Treasury
One benefit of the National Bank was?
Make Loans to only foreign countries
Give money away to citizens
Issue its own money.
Which of the following did Alexander Hamilton support?
Establishing the nation's capital in Philadelphia
Declaring tariffs illegal
Federal government paying state debt
Who thought a national bank was necessary in stabilizing the U.S. economy?
Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
Andrew Jackson
James Garfield
What did Thomas Paine's pamphlet Common Sense demand?
Complete independence from Great Britain
Reconciliation with Great Britain
Continued loyalty to Great Britain
Expansion of British colonies
What was the primary focus of Thomas Paine's Common Sense pamphlet?
Advocating for the abolition of slavery
Supporting the idea of a strong central government
Arguing for the separation of church and state
Challenging the monarchy and advocating for American independence
What was the impact of Thomas Paine's Common Sense?
It inspired Americans to fight for independence
It convinced Britain to negotiate with the colonies
It led to the end of the American Revolution
It had no significant impact
