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Worksheets2nd nine weeks review
Total questions: 62
Worksheet time: 55mins
Which Supreme Court case established judicial review?
McCullough v. Maryland
Marbury v. Madison
US v. Nixon
Baker v. Carr
DECISION: The Federal government has the power over the states to regulate interstate commerce. Federal ferry license prevails over a State Ferry License (no NY monopoly)
Gideon v Wainwright
McCulloch v Maryland
Marbury v Madison
Gibbons v Ogden
1819 ruling claims a state law cannot interfere with federal law. It confirms right of Congress to set up National Bank under the elastic clause.
Worcester v Georgia
Marbury v. Madison
McCulloch v. Maryland
Gibbons v Ogden
What case established the federal government’s control over interstate trade?
Marbury v. Madison
Brown v. Board
McCulloch v. Maryland
Gibbons v. Ogden
Which of the following is not a statement from George
Washington’s Farewell Address?
F. “The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign
nations is in extending our commercial relations [with]
foreign nations…”
G. “It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances
with any portion of the foreign world.”
H. “Avoid the accumulation of debt…not ungenerously
throwing upon [future generations] the burden, which we
ourselves ought to bear.”
J. “As a principle in which the rights and interests of the
United States are involved, that the American
continents…are henceforth not to be considered as
subjects for future colonization by any European powers.”
Which of the following is not a statement from George
Washington’s Farewell Address?
F. “The great rule of conduct for us in regard to foreign
nations is in extending our commercial relations [with]
foreign nations…”
G. “It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances
with any portion of the foreign world.”
H. “Avoid the accumulation of debt…not ungenerously
throwing upon [future generations] the burden, which we
ourselves ought to bear.”
J. “As a principle in which the rights and interests of the
United States are involved, that the American
continents…are henceforth not to be considered as
subjects for future colonization by any European powers.”
Who are the Federalists?
People who supported the Constitution
People who were against the Constitution
People who wanted to add the Bill of Rights to the Constitution
People who supported the Articles of Confederation
Federalists wanted....
a weak central (national) government
a strong central (national) government
a Bill of Rights
strong state government
Did the Antifederalists support adding the Bill of Rights to the Constitution?
no
yes
Which list is in order of when it occurred (earliest to most recent)?
Mayflower Compact, US Constitution, English Bill of Rights, Magna Carta
Fundamental Orders of Connecticut, Magna Carta, Articles of Confeeration, Declaration of Independence
Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence, US Constitution
Articles of Confederation, US Constitution, Magna Carta, Declaration of Independence
Washington warned against forming political parties during which speech?
1st Inaugural Address
2nd Inaugural Address
Farewell Address
State of the Union Address 1789
The main disagreement between the political parties was over the ____________________ of the Federal government and the ________________________.
power; national bank
weakness; FOC
strength; tariffs
power; Alien & Sedition Acts
The British blockades during the War of 1812 resulted in America’s __________________________.
downward spiral
cottage system
Industrial Revolution
decline of factories
The Sedition Act claimed people could not publish criticism of the Congress or the President. This is a violation of ________________.
1st amendment
4th amendment
5th amendment
10th amendment
What was Hamilton's financial plan?
pay off the war debt from American Revolution
build the economy by manufacturing
use the national bank to make loans
all of the above
How did the Federalists and Anti-Federalists "compromise" to ratify (approve) the U.S Constitution?
The added the Bill of Rights (First 10 Amendments)
They outlawed cruel and unusual punishment.
Ensured due process of the law.
The Federalists threatened the Anti-Federalists to war.
Federalists wanted....
a weak central (national) government
a strong central (national) government
a Bill of Rights
strong state government
Jury duty
Civic Duty
Civic Responsibility
Civic Obligation
2. Demonstrate the ability to read, speak, and write words in English.
Which title would best fit these two statements?
The First Amendment is the most tested amendment. Which of the 5 freedoms is asked most often?
cruel or unusual punishment
trial by jury
no unreasonable search or seizure
religious
Which document influenced the Founding Fathers to include in the Bill of Rights that no citizen shall “be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law?”
Mayflower Compact
Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address
Magna Carta
Declaration of Independence
Which principle means the state governments and the federal government share power?
federalism
popular sovereignty
limited government
separation of powers
Which amendment protects Americans from cruel and unusual punishment?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
DUE PROCESS MEANS THAT ALL CITIZENS ARE GUARANTEED __________________ EVEN THOUGH THEY HAVE COMMITTED CRIMES.
FOOD
A CAR
RIGHTS
LOVE
Under due process, you have the right to have a _____________ represent you even if you can't afford one.
judge
a parent
new suit/outfit
lawyer
Under due process, every citizen is innocent until proven_________________
worthy
interesting
innocent
guilty
What is the name of the U.S. legal system that requires all citizens be treated fairly?
Separation of Powers
Bill of Rights
Due Process of Law
Washington wanted America to "stear clear of permanent alliance with any portion of the foreign world." This means he
wanted America to have permanent alliances with other nations
wanted America to support other nations only when it helps America
wanted America to ignore the rest of the world
wanted America to avoid permanent alliances as nations are selfish.
Washington warned against forming political parties during which speech?
1st Inaugural Address
2nd Inaugural Address
Farewell Address
State of the Union Address 1789
This political party was established by Andrew Jackson and his supporters --
Democratic-Republicans
Whig Party
Federalists
Democratic Party
What did Jefferson purchase that doubled the size of the US?
Louisiana Purchase
Missouri Compromise
Great Compromise
Texas
What year was the Louisiana Purchase?
1800
1805
1809
1803
The Alien and Sedition Act made it a crime for American citizens to "Print, utter (speak), or publish any scandalous things about the Government."
True
False
Federalism
Power is shared between the national and state governments
People vote for their representatives
The people have the power in the government
Each branch has its own duties
Republicanism
People vote for their representatives
Power is shared between the national and state governments
Everyone must follow the law
Protected by the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution
Checks & Balances
Each branch can exercise controls over the other branches
Everyone must follow the law
The people have the power in the government
Each branch has its own duties
Limited Government
Everyone must follow the law
People vote for their representatives
Power is shared between the national and state governments
The people have the power in the government
Individual Rights
Protected by the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution
Everyone must follow the law
Each branch can exercise controls over the other branches
Each branch has its own duties
Popular Sovereignty
The people have the power in the government
Each branch has its own duties
Each branch can exercise controls over the other branches
People vote for their representatives
Separation of Powers
Each branch has its own duties
Protected by the first 10 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution
Each branch can exercise controls over the other branches
Each branch can exercise controls over the other branches
1st Amendment
Protects freedom of religion, speech, press, petition and assembly
Rights go beyond what are written in the Constitution
Powers not given to the Federal govt go to the states or the people
Right to a trial by jury in civil cases
5th Amendment
The right to remain silent, no double jeopardy, right to due process of law
Right to a speedy public trial in criminal cases, right to an attorney
Protects against cruel and unusual punishments, no excessive fines
Rights go beyond what are written in the Constitution
Which principle is reflected in the 10th Amendment?
Federalism
Limited Government
Checks and Balances
Popular Sovereignty
The U.S. Constitution describes the three branches of government in Articles I, II, and III. What are the three branches of government?
Legislative, Executive, Judicial
Legislative, Administrative, Executive
Executive, Judicial, Cabinet
Judicial, Executive, Administrative
Which branch has the responsibilty of making laws?
Cabinet
Legislative
Judicial
Executive
Which branch has the responsibilty of interpreting laws? They say what laws mean and determine if a law is being obeyed.
Administrative
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
Which branch has the responsibilty of enforcing the laws? This is often done through appropriating money to the country in accordance with the laws created by the legislative branch.
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Cabinet
Which is the last step in amending the U.S. Constitution?
The voters approve the amendment in a national election.
The president signs the amendment in a public ceremony.
Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.
Two-thirds of both houses of Congress ratify the amendment.
