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WorksheetsCivics & Economics SOL Study Packet
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 51mins
Name five fundamental political principles that shaped our constitution and government.
Consent of the Governed, Limited Government, Rule of Law, Democracy, Representative Government
Monarchy, Totalitarianism, Oligarchy, Anarchy, Dictatorship
Federalism, Socialism, Communism, Fascism, Imperialism
Theocracy, Plutocracy, Technocracy, Aristocracy, Autocracy
SOL CE.2a - Fundamental Political Principle #1 - People are the source of any and all governmental power.
Consent of the Governed
Rule of Law
Separation of Powers
Checks and Balances
SOL CE.2a - Fundamental Political Principle #2 - Government is not all-powerful and may do only those things that people have given it the power to do.
Limited Government
Unlimited Government
Absolute Monarchy
Totalitarian Regime
SOL CE.2a - Fundamental Political Principle #3 - The government and those who govern are bound by the law.
Rule of Law
Separation of Powers
Consent of the Governed
Checks and Balances
SOL CE.2a - Fundamental Political Principle #4 - In such a system of government, the people rule.
Democracy
Monarchy
Oligarchy
Theocracy
SOL CE.2a - Fundamental Political Principle #5 - People elect public officeholders who make laws and conduct government on their behalf.
Representative Government
Direct Democracy
Monarchy
Oligarchy
Name five historical documents of American history that influenced the development of the Constitution and constitutional government.
Charters of the Virginia Company of London, The Virginia Declaration of Rights, The Declaration of Independence, The Articles of Confederation, The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom.
Charters of the Virginia Company of London, The Federalist Papers, The Emancipation Proclamation, The Gettysburg Address, The Bill of Rights.
The Magna Carta, The English Bill of Rights, The Treaty of Paris, The Northwest Ordinance, The Declaration of Independence.
The Virginia Declaration of Rights, The Declaration of Independence, The Intolerable Acts, The Olive Branch Petition, The Common Sense.
SOL CE.2b - Which of the 5 historical documents guaranteed the colonists the same rights given to all English citizens?
Charters of the Virginia Company of London
Mayflower Compact
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
SOL CE.2b - Which of the 5 historical documents served as a model for the Bill of Rights?
Virginia Declaration of Rights
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
Articles of Confederation
Which of the 5 historical documents claimed that people have 'certain unalienable rights' (life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness) and that all people are equal under the law?
Declaration of Independence
Constitution of the United States
Bill of Rights
Emancipation Proclamation
SOL CE.2b - Which of the 5 historical documents created a weak central government with no power to tax or to enforce laws?
Articles of Confederation
Constitution of the United States
Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
SOL CE.2b - Which of the 5 historical documents guaranteed freedom of religious beliefs and opinions, for the First time?
Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
Articles of Confederation
Which document currently establishes the republican structure of the U.S. government?
Constitution (including Bill of Rights)
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
Federalist Papers
SOL CE.2b - The Articles of Confederation didn’t work because:
They gave too much power to the federal government.
They lacked a strong central government.
They were too similar to the British monarchy.
They allowed states to print their own money.
Under the Articles of Confederation, most power resided with the:
States
Federal Government
President
Supreme Court
SOL CE.2b – Which document stated grievances against the king and declared the colonies’ independence from Great Britain?
Declaration of Independence
Constitution of the United States
Bill of Rights
Articles of Confederation
Which document protected the fundamental freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition?
The Bill of Rights (the first 10 amendments to the Constitution)
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
The Emancipation Proclamation
Although the Constitution created a government that guarantees majority rule, it also:
Protects the rights of the minority (in the Bill of Rights)
Ignores the needs of the minority
Ensures the majority always wins
Disregards minority opinions
What is the introduction to the Constitution called?
The Preamble
The Introduction
The Foreword
The Preface
What are the first words in the Preamble to the Constitution?
We the People of the United States…
We hold these truths to be self evident…
Four score and seven years ago…
In Congress, July 4, 1776 The Constitution was established…
Why does the Preamble to the Constitution begin with the words, “We the people”?
These words establish that the power of government comes from the people.
These words indicate that the Constitution was written by a single individual.
These words suggest that the government is separate from the people.
These words imply that the Constitution is only for a specific group of people.
What are the reasons stated in the preamble for creating the government?
To form a more perfect union, to establish justice, to ensure domestic tranquility, to provide for the common defense, to promote the general welfare, to preserve the blessings of liberty.
To form a more perfect union, to expand the territory, to increase taxes, to establish a monarchy, to control the population, to preserve the blessings of liberty.
To create a single world government, to abolish all states, to centralize power in one branch, to ensure domestic tranquility, to preserve the blessings of liberty.
To prioritize economic growth over individual rights, to increase taxes, to establish a monarchy, to establish a state religion, to eliminate free speech, to promote the general welfare.
SOL CE.2d – Where are the rules for amending the Constitution spelled out?
In the Constitution itself
In the Bill of Rights
In the Federalist Papers
In the Declaration of Independence
The process for amending the Constitution is:
Complex
Simple
Quick
Automatic
How many amendments have been added to the Constitution?
27
10
15
33
What is the process for amending the Constitution?
The proposed amendment must be approved by a two-thirds majority of both houses of Congress and then ratified by three-fourths of the states or approved by a convention called by two-thirds of the states, and then ratified by three-fourths of the states (this method has never been used).
The proposed amendment must be approved by a simple majority of both houses of Congress and then ratified by half of the states, then signed by the president.
The proposed amendment must be approved by the President or approved by a convention called by two-thirds of the states, and then ratified by two-thirds of the states.
The proposed amendment must be approved by the Supreme Court and then ratified by three-fourths of the states, then signed by the president.
Has the Constitution of Virginia been amended?
Yes, it has been rewritten several times
No, it has never been changed
Yes, but only minor changes have been made
No, it remains as originally written
What is the process for amending the Constitution of Virginia?
AMENDING THE VIRGINIA CONSTITUTION REQUIRES THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT MUST BE APPROVED BY A
MAJORITY OF BOTH HOUSES OF CONGRESS AND THEN RATIFIED BY THE STATES AND SIGNED BY THE GOVERNOR
AMENDING THE VIRGINIA CONSTITUTION REQUIRES ACTION BY THE GENERAL
ASSEMBLY OR A CONVENTION AND THEN RATIFICATION BY VOTERS OF
VIRGINIA
AMENDING THE VIRGINIA CONSTITUTION REQUIRES THE GENERAL
ASSEMBLY TO HAVE A MAJORITY VOTE OR A CONVENTION AND THEN RATIFICATION BY GOVERNOR
AMENDING THE VIRGINIA CONSTITUTION RATIFICATION BY VOTERS OF
VIRGINIA AND SIGNED BY THE GOVERNOR
What are the 2 means of obtaining U. S. citizenship?
Birth; Naturalization
Marriage; Employment
Marriage; Birth
Visa; Naturalization
Which amendment defines 'citizens' as 'all persons born or naturalized in the U.S. and subject to the jurisdiction thereof'?
14th Amendment
13th Amendment
15th Amendment
16th Amendment
SOL CE.3a – A person with certain rights and duties under a government, and who, by birth or by choice, owes allegiance to that government is a...
A citizen
A resident
A visitor
A naturilizer
SOL CE.3a – Immigration and naturalization, particularly in the twentieth century, have led to an increasingly ______ society.
Diverse
Homogeneous
Isolated
Uniform
How can a person born in a different country become a U.S. citizen?
Through the process of naturalization
By purchasing property in the U.S.
By visiting the U.S. as a tourist
By working in the U.S. for a year
To become a citizen through naturalization, what must a person demonstrate?
Knowledge of American history and principles, the ability to read, speak and write in the English language
Knowledge of American history and principles, the ability to speak multiple foreign languages
Knowledge of world history, the ability to speak multiple foreign languages
Ability to cook traditional American dishes, and the ability to speak multiple foreign languages
SOL CE.3b – The Constitution establishes and protects the citizen's fundamental _______ and _______.
Rights, liberties
Duties, responsibilities
Privileges, benefits
Laws, regulations
SOL CE.3b – Few rights, if any, are considered _______.
absolute
free
natural
legal
What does it mean to say that few rights, if any, are considered absolute? Give an example.
It means that most rights can be limited under certain circumstances. For example, freedom of speech can be restricted if it incites violence.
It means that all rights are always guaranteed without any exceptions.
It means that rights are only applicable to certain groups of people.
It means that rights are not recognized by any government.
SOL CE.3b – Name five first amendment freedoms.
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and taxation
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and voting
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and education
What is the 1st Amendment freedom that protects people's right to peacefully gather?
Freedom of assembly
Freedom of speech
Freedom of the press
Freedom of religion
What is the 1st Amendment freedom that protects people's right to make their views known to public officials?
Freedom of petition
Freedom of speech
Freedom of assembly
Freedom of religion
What is the 1st Amendment freedom that gives newspaper and TV reporters the right to gather and publish information, including that which criticizes the government?
Freedom of the press
Freedom of speech
Right to bear arms
Freedom of assembly
What is 'due process'?
The constitutional protection against unfair governmental actions and laws.
A legal requirement for government officials to follow the law.
A principle that ensures fair treatment through the judicial system.
A process for amending the constitution.
SOL CE.3b – Which amendment extends the due process protection to actions of the states?
The 14th Amendment
The 10th Amendment
The 5th Amendment
The 1st Amendment
What are some of the important duties of a citizen?
Obey laws, pay taxes, serve in the armed forces, serve on a jury or as a witness in court
Obey laws, vote in elections, participate in community service, respect the rights of others
Travel abroad frequently, own a business, invest in stocks, obey laws, serve on a jury or as a witness in court
Attend cultural events, learn multiple languages, practice a religion, serve on a jury or as a witness in court
SOL CE.3c – Are civic duties required or voluntary?
Required
Voluntary
SOL CE.3c – Citizens who do not fulfill their civic duties can face --
Legal consequences (fines, jail)
Social ostracism
Loss of voting rights
Community service requirements
SOL CE.3d – Unlike civic duties, civic responsibilities are -
Voluntary
Mandatory
Enforced by law
Punishable if not followed
What are some responsibilities of citizens?
Register and vote; hold elective office; influence government by communicating with government officials; serve in voluntary, appointed positions; participate in political campaigns; keep informed regarding current issues; respect others' rights to an equal voice in government
Register and vote; hold elective office; influence government by communicating with government officials, pay taxes only during election years
Ignore government officials and policies, keep informed regarding current issues; respect others' rights to an equal voice in government
Voluntary, appointed positions; participate in political campaigns only if paid, influence government by communicating with government officials
SOL CE.3d – Paying taxes is a civic --
Duty
Responsibility
Privilege
Right
SOL CE.3d – Keeping informed about current issues is a civic --
Responsibility
Duty
Privilege
Right
SOL CE.3d – Serving on a jury when called is a civic --
Duty
Right
Privilege
Responsibility
SOL CE.3d – Serving in the armed forces when called by the draft is a civic --
Duty
Right
Privilege
Responsibility
SOL CE.3d – Voting is a civic --
Duty
Choice
Question
SOL CE.3d – Obeying the law is a civic --
DUTY
RIGHT
PRIVILEGE
CHOICE
SOL CE.3d – Volunteering to serve your community is a civic --
RESPONSIBILITY
DUTY
OPTION
CHOICE
What are some personal traits of good citizens?
TRUSTWORTHINESS AND HONESTY; COURTESY AND RESPECT FOR THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS; RESPONSIBILITY, ACCOUNTABILITY, AND SELF-RELIANCE; RESPECT FOR THE LAW; PATRIOTISM; PARTICIPATION IN CIVIC LIFE
SELFISHNESS AND GREED; DISREGARD FOR OTHERS; IRRESPONSIBILITY; DISRESPECT FOR THE LAW; APATHY; NON-PARTICIPATION IN CIVIC LIFE
ARROGANCE AND DISHONESTY; DISCOURTESY AND DISRESPECT FOR THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS; DEPENDENCY; DISREGARD FOR THE LAW; LACK OF PATRIOTISM; ISOLATION FROM CIVIC LIFE
HONESTY AND INTEGRITY; RESPECT FOR OTHERS; DEPENDABILITY; OBEDIENCE TO THE LAW; LOVE FOR COUNTRY; ENGAGEMENT IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
SOL CE.5a – Political parties play a key role in government and provide opportunities for citizens to _______ in the political process.
PARTICIPATE
OBSERVE
IGNORE
DISRUPT
What are the functions of political parties?
RECRUITING AND NOMINATING CANDIDATES; EDUCATING THE ELECTORATE ABOUT CAMPAIGN ISSUES; HELPING CANDIDATES WIN ELECTIONS; MONITORING OFFICEHOLDERS
RECRUITING AND NOMINATING CANDIDATES; ORGANIZING COMMUNITY EVENTS; PROVIDING SOCIAL SERVICES; FUNDING PUBLIC PROJECTS; HELPING CANDIDATES WIN ELECTIONS;
CREATING ECONOMIC POLICIES; MANAGING NATIONAL BUDGET; CONTROLLING INFLATION; MONITORING OFFICEHOLDERS
DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS; PROMOTING SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH; PATENTING INVENTIONS; RECRUITING AND NOMINATING CANDIDATES
SOL CE.5b – The American political process is characterized by a ___-___ system.
TWO-PARTY
MULTI-PARTY
SINGLE-PARTY
COALITION-PARTY
SOL CE.5b – Third parties ______ win elections, but they play an important role.
OFTEN
SOMETIMES
NEVER
How are the major political parties similar?
BOTH INFLUENCE PUBLIC POLICIES; BOTH REFLECT BOTH LIBERAL AND CONSERVATIVE VIEWS; BOTH WIN MAJORITY SUPPORT BY APPEALING TO THE POLITICAL CENTER
BOTH REFLECT BOTH LIBERAL AND CONSERVATIVE VIEWS; BUT ONLY ONE INFLUENCES PUBLIC POLICIES
ONLY ONE REFLECTS BOTH LIBERAL AND CONSERVATIVE VIEWS; BOTH WIN MAJORITY SUPPORT BY APPEALING TO THE POLITICAL CENTER
BOTH INFLUENCE PUBLIC POLICIES; BOTH REFLECT BOTH LIBERAL AND CONSERVATIVE VIEWS; ONLY ONE WINS MAJORITY SUPPORT BY APPEALING TO THE POLITICAL CENTER
How are the major political parties different?
THEY EXPRESS DIFFERENT VIEWS ON ISSUES WHICH ARE STATED IN THE PARTY'S PLATFORM AND STATED BY CANDIDATES DURING THE CAMPAIGN
THEY HAVE THE SAME VIEWS ON ALL ISSUES STATED IN THE PARTY'S PLATFORM AND STATED BY CANDIDATES DURING THE CAMPAIGN
THEY DO NOT PARTICIPATE IN ELECTIONS WHICH IS STATED IN THE PARTY'S PLATFORM AND STATED BY CANDIDATES DURING THE CAMPAIGN
THEY EXPRESS THE SAME VIEWS ON ISSUES AND THEY ARE NOT INVOLVED IN POLITICS
How do third parties differ from the two major parties?
THEY INTRODUCE NEW IDEAS OR PRESS FOR A PARTICULAR ISSUE; THEY OFTEN REVOLVE AROUND A POLITICAL PERSONALITY
THEY HAVE MORE FUNDING THAN MAJOR PARTIES; THEY OFTEN REVOLVE AROUND A POLITICAL PERSONALITY
THEY INTRODUCE NEW IDEAS OR PRESS FOR A PARTICULAR ISSUE; THEY HAVE A LARGER VOTER BASE THAN MAJOR PARTIES
THEY ALWAYS WIN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS BECAUSE THEY INTRODUCE NEW IDEAS AND SPEND LESS MONEY
If third parties rarely win, why are they important?
THEY INTRODUCE NEW IDEAS, PRESS FOR PARTICULAR ISSUES, AND SOMETIMES INFLUENCE THE OUTCOME FOR OTHER CANDIDATES
THEY ALWAYS WIN ELECTIONS AND THEY ALWAYS INFLUENCE THE OUTCOME FOR OTHER CANDIDATES
THEY HAVE NO IMPACT ON POLITICS BECAUSE THEY CAN'T CHANGE ANYTHING
THEY ARE THE BETTER THAN THE MAIN POLITICAL PARTIES
SOL CE.5b – Theodore Roosevelt once a Republican President ran again for a second term in 1912 as part of a third party called “Progressive Party” party known as the --
BULL MOOSE PARTY
DEMOCRATIC PARTY
REPUBLICAN PARTY
SOCIALIST PARTY
How do citizens make informed choices among candidates in elections?
VOTERS MUST EVALUATE INFORMATION PRESENTED IN POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS, LOOKING FOR BIAS AND ACCURACY.
VOTERS SHOULD RELY SOLELY ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR INFORMATION.
CITIZENS SHOULD FOLLOW ONLY ONE NEWS SOURCE.
VOTERS MUST IGNORE ALL POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENTS.
What are some of the strategies for evaluating campaign speeches, literature, and advertisements for accuracy?
VOTERS SHOULD TRY TO SEPARATE FACT FROM OPINION; LOOK FOR BIAS; EVALUATE SOURCES; IDENTIFY PROPAGANDA
IGNORE THE CONTENT AND FOCUS ON THE SPEAKER'S APPEARANCE
IDENTIFY PROPAGANDA; BELIEVE EVERYTHING AS IT IS PRESENTED WITHOUT QUESTION
ONLY CONSIDER INFORMATION THAT ALIGNS WITH PERSONAL BELIEFS; VOTERS SHOULD TRY TO SEPARATE FACT FROM OPINION
What are the ways information is distributed to the public “the media”?
NEWSPAPERS, TV, INTERNET AND MAGAZINES
A TYPE OF FOOD YOU EAT WHILE YOU WATCH tv
A STYLE OF CLOTHING YOU CHOOSE WHILE YOU PLAY VIDEO GAMES
A FORM OF EXERCISE DO WHILE TEXTING YOUR FRIENDS
What role does the media play in the political process?
FAMILIARIZES THE PUBLIC WITH THE CANDIDATES; EMPHASIZES CERTAIN SELECTED ISSUES; EXPRESSES OPINIONS IN EDITORIALS, POLITICAL CARTOONS, OP-ED PIECES; BROADCASTS DIFFERENT POINTS OF VIEW
FAMILIARIZES THE PUBLIC WITH THE CANDIDATES; INFLUENCES THE OUTCOME OF SPORTS EVENTS; PROVIDES WEATHER UPDATES; ENTERTAINS THROUGH REALITY SHOWS AND POLITICAL CARTOONS
EMPHASIZES CERTAIN SELECTED ISSUES; EXPRESSES OPINIONS IN EDITORIALS PROMOTES LOCAL BUSINESSES; OFFERS COOKING RECIPES; SHARES TRAVEL DESTINATIONS
FAMILIARIZES THE PUBLIC WITH THE CANDIDATES; EMPHASIZES CERTAIN SELECTED ISSUES; EXPRESSES OPINIONS IN EDITORIALS, REPORTS ON CELEBRITY GOSSIP; REVIEWS MOVIES; OFFERS FASHION TIPS
SOL CE.5d – The high cost of getting elected gives an advantage to ______ candidates.
WEALTHY
POOR
AVERAGE
YOUNG
SOL CE.5d – Rising campaign costs require candidates to conduct extensive ___-___ activities.
FUND-RAISING
ADVERTISING-DOING
LOBBYING-SENATORS
NETWORKING-POLITICIANS
SOL CE.5d – Rising campaign costs encourage the development of (PACs). What are PACs?
Political Action Committees
Public Action Committees
Private Action Committees
People's Action Committees
SOL CE.5d – What do PACs do?
They organize political campaigns.
They collect and distribute campaign funds.
They create political advertisements.
They lobby government officials.
SOL CE.5d – Rising campaign costs have led to efforts to reform -
Campaign finance laws
Tax regulations
Healthcare policies
Education systems
SOL CE.5d – Campaign finance reform laws limit --
The amount individuals can contribute to political candidates and campaigns.
The number of political parties a candidate can join.
The length of political campaigns.
The number of debates a candidate can participate in.
A citizen who wishes to vote must first --
Register
Pay a fee
Pass a test
Provide a reference
Who can register to vote in Virginia?
Only residents of Virginia
Only citizens of the United States
Any one living United States and Virginia
Residents of Virginia who are also citizens of the United States
SOL CE.5e – How does one register in Virginia?
By visiting the DMV and registering there
Online through the state website
By mail in registration form
In person at the local registrar's office
Through absentee ballot
When does voter registration close?
25 days prior to the election
Two weeks before the election
22 days prior to the election
One month before the election
The number of citizens who register and vote is related to -
How important the voters consider the election issues.
The weather on election day.
The number of polling stations available.
The length of the voting process.
SOL CE.5e – Why do citizens often fail to vote?
Lack of interest
Inconvenient polling locations
Busy schedules
All of the these
Failure to register
SOL CE.5e – What are the factors in predicting which citizens will vote?
Age, income, and education level
Education level, favorite color and hobbies
Age, income, height and weight
Birth month, age, and zodiac sign
The percentage of voters who participate in presidential elections is usually _______ than the percentage of voters who participate in state and local elections.
Greater
Less
Equal
Unchanged
SOL CE.5e – Every vote is _______.
Important
Irrelevant
Unnecessary
Trivial
SOL CE.5e—How can students under 18 participate in elections and in the democratic process?
By learning about elections and voting in school elections
By participating in mock elections
By running for public office
By serving on a jury
By work on campaigns
SOL CE.5f – The _______ process is used to select the President and Vice President of the United States.
Electoral college
Popular vote
Congressional selection
Judicial appointment
SOL CE.5f – How does the electoral college select the President and Vice President?
By popular vote of the citizens
Through a vote in Congress
By electors chosen by each state
By the Supreme Court
How does the electoral college process affect the voting outcome?
It ensures that all votes are counted equally.
It gives more weight to votes from smaller states.
It allows for a direct popular vote to determine the winner.
It eliminates the need for a national election.
SOL CE.5f – How does the “winner take all” system affect how candidates campaign?
Candidates focus on winning individual votes across the country.
Candidates focus on larger populated states.
Candidates focus on winning the majority of votes in urban areas.
Candidates focus on winning the majority of votes in rural areas.
In a winner-take-all electoral college system, candidates should pay attention to small states because:
They have a large number of electoral votes.
They can influence the outcome in a close election.
They are more populous than large states.
They have more campaign funding.
What determines the number of electors given to each state?
The states congressional representation
The geographical size of the state
The economic output of the state
The number of registered voters in the state
How does the electoral college favor a two-party system?
By requiring a majority of electoral votes to win, which is difficult for third parties to achieve
By allowing third parties to easily gain electoral votes
By providing equal representation to all political parties
By eliminating the need for a majority of electoral votes to win
SOL CE.6a – The President of the of the national government --
The President is the Chief Legislative Officer of the nation;
Interrupts law of the land;
Prepares annual budget for congressional action;
Appoints cabinet officers, ambassadors, and federal judges;
Administers federal bureaucracy
SOL CE.6a –
The President of the national government --
The President is the Chief Executive Officer of the nation;
Executes law of the land;
Prepares annual budget for congressional action;
Introduces bills to the floor of congress
Administers states bureaucracy
SOL CE.6a – The Judicial branch --
Consists of the courts
Consists of the legislature
Consists of the executive
Consists of the military
SOL CE.6a – The highest court in the land
The Supreme Court
The Court of Appeals
The District Court
The Circuit Court
What kind of cases are tried in federal courts?
Cases involving federal law and cases involving interpretation of the Constitution
Cases involving state law
Cases involving local ordinances
Cases involving international treaties
What is “judicial review” and which court exercises it?
The power of courts to review the actions of the executive and legislative branches is called judicial review. The Supreme Court exercises the power of judicial review.
The power of courts to enforce laws passed by the legislative branch is called judicial review. The High Court exercises the power of judicial review.
The power of courts to create laws is called judicial review. The District Court exercises the power of judicial review.
The power of courts to review the actions of the executive branch only is called judicial review. The Appellate Court exercises the power of judicial review.
Where in the Constitution are the powers of the three branches of government defined?
Articles I, II, and III
Articles IV, V, and VI
Preamble and Bill of Rights
Amendments 1, 2, and 3
A system of _____ and _____ gives each of the three branches of government ways to limit the powers of the other branches.
Checks and balances
Rules and regulations
Laws and orders
Rights and duties
