WorksheetsEOC Ohio Government Checkpoint One
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which branch of government reviews and interprets the law to make sure they're following the Constitution?
The Executive (President)
The Legislative (Congress)
The Judicial Branch (the Supreme Court)
All of these
Which action violates the 1st Amendment?
A citizen's house is searched without a warrant.
An individual is put on trial twice for the same crime.
A reporter is arrested for writing an article that criticizes the government.
A person is forced to testify against themselves in court.
Basic principles which help define the government of the United States include: (CHECK ALL)
Popular Sovereignty
Limited Government
Federalism
Separation of Powers
Checks and Balances
. As a framework for the state, the Ohio Constitution has similarities and differences to the federal Constitution; it was changed in 1851 to address difficulties governing the state.
Similarities between the Ohio and U.S. Constitutions: (CHECK ALL)
• separation of powers into three branches (executive, judicial, legislative)
• checks and balances
• limited government
• bill of rights
• popular sovereignty; and
• elections.
As a framework for the state, the Ohio Constitution has similarities and differences to the federal Constitution; it was changed in 1851 to address difficulties governing the state. Differences between the Ohio and U.S. Constitutions: (CHECK ALL)
Ohio Constitution:
• Citizens can directly vote on laws through initiative and referendum.
• Judges are elected.
• Legislators are term-limited.
U.S. Constitution:
• Legislators vote on laws for citizens.
• Judges are appointed.
• Legislators do not have term limits.
In 1851 a new Ohio Constitution was written which made several changes to improve governing including:
(CHECK ALL)
• Major executive officials and all judges were to be elected.
• District courts were added.
• Debt limitations were instituted.
Individuals in Ohio have a responsibility to assist state and local governments as they address relevant and often controversial problems that directly affect their communities. Identify and explain roles that Ohio’s citizens can play in helping state and local government address problems facing their communities. (CHECK ALL)
Involvement at the state level can range from paying taxes to serving in the National Guard, running for state office, voting, and signing petitions to place issues on the ballot.
Involvement at the local level can range from organizing civic activities to running for local office, attending meetings of local boards and commissions, joining community watch groups, and serving in a volunteer fire department.
This person leads the Executive Branch for the State of Ohio
Governor
President
Lt. Governor
Vice President
This person takes over if something happens to the current governor.
Lt. Governor
Vice Governor
Chief Justice
Speaker of the House
When the people of Ohio get numerous signatures on a petition to create a law and put it in directly on the voting ballot and bypass the General Assembly they are using the tactic of...
optional referendum
direct initiative
indirect initiative
popular referendum
Which branch of government in Ohio is responsible for creating state laws?
The Executive Branch
The Legislative Branch
The Judicial Branch
The Administrative Branch
What is the primary role of the Ohio Supreme Court?
To create laws
To enforce laws
To interpret laws
To amend the Constitution
Which document serves as the fundamental law of Ohio?
The Ohio Bill of Rights
The Ohio Constitution
The Ohio Declaration of Independence
The Ohio Charter
In what year was the current Ohio Constitution adopted?
1803
1851
1901
1951
Who is the head of the Executive Branch in Ohio?
The President
The Governor
The Chief Justice
The Speaker of the House
What is the term length for an Ohio state senator?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
Which of the following is a power reserved to the states under the U.S. Constitution?
Coining money
Declaring war
Conducting elections
Regulating interstate commerce
What is the main purpose of the Ohio General Assembly?
To interpret state laws
To enforce state laws
To create state laws
To amend the U.S. Constitution
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution reserves powers to the states?
The First Amendment
The Fifth Amendment
The Tenth Amendment
The Fourteenth Amendment
What is the minimum age requirement to serve as Governor of Ohio?
25 years
30 years
35 years
40 years
Which of the following is a responsibility of Ohio citizens?
Serving on a jury
Declaring war
Coining money
Negotiating treaties
What is the capital city of Ohio?
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Columbus
Toledo
Which historical event led to the drafting of the 1851 Ohio Constitution?
The American Revolution
The War of 1812
The Civil War
The need for government reform
What is the role of the Ohio Secretary of State?
To oversee the state’s education system
To manage the state’s finances
To oversee elections and maintain public records
To enforce state laws
Which principle of government is demonstrated by the separation of powers in Ohio?
Federalism
Checks and Balances
Popular Sovereignty
Judicial Review
