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Why did the colonists fight the British?
For religious freedom
To establish the right to form a monarchy in the United States
Because of high taxation and to establish the right to form self-government
Because Britain banned the slave trade
Choose from the following: Who is the current Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?
John Roberts
Nancy Pelosi
Kamala Harris
Andy Biggs
What territory did the United States acquire from France in 1803?
Texas
Louisiana Territory
California
Florida
Which branch of government makes laws?
The Executive Branch
The Judicial Branch
Only the states
Congress (Legislative Branch)
What does the President's cabinet do?
Write laws
Advises the President
Manages the economy
Represents the President overseas
Which of the following is a representative from Arizona?
John Roberts
Joe Biden
Nancy Pelosi
Andy Biggs
Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
Thomas Jefferson
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
James Madison
When was the Constitution written?
1776
1865
1787
1914
Which of the following wars was fought in the 1900s?
World War II
The Civil War
Mexican-American War
French and Indian War
Which of the following is a U.S. territory?
Falkland Islands
Guam
Canary Islands
Madagascar
What are the first three words of the Constitution?
The American People...
Pay Close Attention...
All the People...
We the People...
What is an amendment?
A change to the Constitution
A Supreme Court case decision
A ruling by the Justice Department
An executive order
How many amendments are there in the U.S. Constitution?
10
50
5
27
Who was president during World War I?
President Franklin D. Roosevelt
President Teddy Roosevelt
President Woodrow Wilson
President Calvin Coolidge
What is the economic system of the United States?
Communism
Capitalism (free market economy)
Command economy
Feudal economy
What is the 'rule of law'?
Only politicians need to follow the law.
The President is exempt from following the law.
Everyone must follow the law.
Only state laws need to be followed.
How many senators are there?
50
300
10
100
Name ONE of Arizona's current senators.
Mark Kelly
Andy Biggs
Doug Ducey
Joe Biden
How often are representatives elected to the House of Representatives?
every 6 years
every 1 year
every 2 years
every 5 years
Which of these wars was fought in the 1800s?
World War I
Vietnam War
Korean War
Civil War
Who holds the power in the U.S. government?
The President
The Military
The People
The Federal Government
Name the three branches of government in the United States
Federal, State, and Local
Legislate, Congress, President
Legislative, Cops, Military
Legislative, Judicial, Executive
Who is a community member who owes loyalty to a government and in turn is promised protection?
Elected official
President
Citizen
Police officer
Everyone must follow the law and receives the same compensation.
Democracy
Rule of Law
Limited Government
Consent of the Governed
The government is not all-powerful: it can only do certain things.
Consent of the Governed
Representative Government
Limited Government
Rule of Law
A government in which the people rule.
Consent of the Governed
Rule of Law
Democracy
Limited Government
Which statement best expresses the principle of "Consent of the Governed"?
The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year.
All bills for raising revenue shall originate in the House of Representatives.
We the People of the United States . . . establish this Constitution.
No person except a natural born citizen . . . shall be eligible to the office of President.
Which fundamental principle is reflected in the image?
Democracy
Rule of Law
Limited Government
Representative Government
Which fundamental principle is reflected in the image?
Rule of Law
Consent of the Governed
Limited Government
Representative Democracy
In a limited government...
Equal rights are given to only a few citizens.
The government has no authority.
The government has total power.
It can only do what the people have given it the power to do.
The headlines best describe the principle of...
Democracy
Consent of the Governed
Rule of Law
Limited Government
Who is the President of the United States?
Donald Trump
Michelle Obama
Al Gore
Lance Kitchens
How old must you be to vote in local elections?
16
17
18
19
Who is the Vice President of the United States?
Bernie Sanders
AOC
Mike Pence
Mitch McConnell
Who elects the President of the United States?
U.S. Citizens
All citizens 18 years and older
Electoral College
Congress
What is the capital of Alabama?
Huntsville
Birmingham
Mobile
Montgomery
Who is the governor of Alabama?
Kay Ivey
Robert Bentley
Donald Trump
Jeff Sessions
How many senators does Alabama have?
1
2
7
9
What are some ways you can be a responsible citizen?
What form of government does the United States of America practice?
Democracy
Absolute Monarchy
Oligarchy
Communism
Name the three branches of government in the United States
Federal, State, and Local
Legislate, Congress, President
Legislative, Cops, Military
Legislative, Judicial, Executive
Who is a community member who owes loyalty to a government and in turn is promised protection?
Elected official
President
Citizen
Police officer
A government in which the people rule.
Consent of the Governed
Rule of Law
Democracy
Limited Government
How old must you be to vote in local elections?
16
17
18
19
North Korea is an example of which type of government?
Theocracy
Oligarchy
Anarchy
Dictatorship
The United Kingdom is an example of which type of government?
Absolute monarchy
Constitutional monarchy
Direct democracy
Representative democracy
What is one example of a civic responsibility?
Criticizing both Trump and Clinton
Voting and deciding how to vote
Eating healthy foods
Not wearing deodorant
What is an example of a civic responsibility?
Obeying the laws
Brushing your hair and combing your teeth
Buying Mr. Stanford a coffee
Cleaning the classroom
What is one example of a civic responsibility?
Paying for popcorn
Paying taxes
Freedom to establish and operate a business
Freedom to travel
The primary purpose of the civil rights movement was to
encourage civic participation among immigrants.
oppose the Vietnam War.
obtain equal protection of the laws for African Americans.
ensure that public schools remain segregated.
Citizens who put the common good above their own selfish interests demonstrate
democracy.
separation of powers.
balance of powers.
civic virtue.
What is the main purpose of the police chief’s announcement?
To promote the city to the attendants
To discourage people from attending the event
To communicate behavioral expectations for participants
To share information about the schedule of events with the public
Since the emergence of the Internet, political campaigns have used communication techniques such as e-mail, social networking, and Web-based advertising to mobilize support and spread information about candidates for public office. Which statement describes the most likely disadvantage of the emergence of the Internet for political campaigns?
It has led to an increase in the cost of running for public offices.
It has led to a decline in candidate debates and public forums.
It has made it easier for false information about candidates to influence the public.
It has made it more difficult for candidates to meet with voters in person.
Why is this type of media politically effective?
Urgent classified instructions can be sent to government employees.
Long detailed explanations can be shared with select journalists.
Misleading unsigned messages can be mailed to popular elected officials.
Direct public communication can be sent to large numbers of people.
Read the following excerpt from the Declaration of Independence, which was written by Thomas Jefferson in 1776.“That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed. . . .” How did this idea impact American political history?
It prompted Parliament to release the American colonies from British control.
It led other American patriots to write a response to Jefferson, and to disagree with his ideas.
It led American colonists to demand a representative government, and to revolt against British rule.
It prompted American political thinkers to demand a government with stronger control over its people.
Why was the Bill of Rights originally written?
to abolish slavery
to protect individual liberties
to establish universal suffrage
to declare independence from Great Britain
Which of the following occurred as a result of contact between European colonists and Native Americans?
Most Native Americans learned to farm.
Many Native Americans died from European diseases.
Most Europeans learned to tame and ride the wild horses.
Many Europeans chose to live with the Native Americans.
During World War I, the United States government produced propaganda posters for a variety of purposes. One such poster is shown. In creating this poster, what was the U.S. government’s primary goal?
to encourage citizens to serve on juries
to encourage citizens to vote in elections
to encourage citizens to enlist in the military
to encourage citizens to respect others’ property rights
The following is the text of the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.”
Why is this portion of the Bill of Rights significant?
It prevents people from criticizing the government.
It prevents newspapers from criticizing the government.
It allows a government to create or support any religion.
It allows people to protest in public against the government.
Why is Rosa Parks considered the “mother” of the civil rights movement?
She became a prominent civil rights organizer after President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act.
She began the first boycott addressing civil rights.
She became a symbol of violent protest in America.
She supported President Johnson’s efforts to end poverty.
The symbolism in this illustration is used to celebrate
the founding of the nation.
the election process.
the spreading of democracy.
the two-party system.
The Pennsylvania colony has been described as a “melting pot.” Which answer best explains what “melting pot” means?
The colony had mostly English settlers.
Many different ethnic groups settled there.
Settlements were located close to native groups.
The colony allowed only Quakers to serve in government.
In 1754, Ben Franklin had this famous cartoon printed in The Pennsylvania Gazette. Which important idea does this cartoon express?
The colonies should unite in order to survive.
The federal government should form an army.
The colonists should be free to form a new government.
There should be several independent branches of government.
A government which is formed around an individual with absolute power is a(n):
monarchy.
dictatorship.
confederation.
oligarchy.
What is the basic purpose of all governments?
To control people, states and communities
To protect the rights and security of the citizens
To regulate commerce and wealth
To unite citizens under a supreme authority
What are the three main branches of government?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Executive, Legislative, President
Congress, President, Senate
Legislative, Supreme Court, House of Representatives
The image below is a cartoon about the ratification of the United States Constitution. For the Constitution to take effect, nine states had to ratify (agree to) the Constitution.
Based on the cartoon, which statement about Pennsylvania and the new national government is correct?
Pennsylvanians refused to ratify the Constitution.
Pennsylvanians were divided over the new Constitution.
Pennsylvania was the second state to ratify the Constitution.
Pennsylvania was the last state to ratify the new Constitution.
Which document defines the current structure of our federal government?
the Constitution
the Great Charter
the Articles of Confederation
the Declaration of Independence
Which document established the United States’ first government?
the Bill of Rights
the Articles of Confederation
the Declaration of Independence
the Virginia Declaration of Rights
What amendment to the U.S. Constitution grants citizenship to any person who is born in the United States, the District of Columbia, or American territories? (2.1)
13th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
16th Amendment
How does “Rule of Law” affect U.S. government officials and institutions? (1.9)
It prevents government officials and institutions from making their work public.
It requires government officials and institutions to create new laws.
It holds government officials and institutions accountable to the law.
It ensures government officials and institutions are exempt from laws.
What is the legal process for becoming a U.S. citizen? (2.1)
Confederation
Naturalization
Mediation
The U.S. has a two-party political system. What are the two major parties? (2.8)
Republican & Libertarian
Socialist & Communist
Republican & Democratic
I don’t know
Which answer is a qualification for an immigrant to become a U.S. citizen? (2.1)
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must have been a permanent, legal resident for five years
Must be able to read and write in two languages
Must have been a registered voter for at least seven years
Selective Service is a system by which men ages 18 through 25 must register with the U.S. government for military service.
TRUE
FALSE
Tyranny exists when a government or ruler is cruel and oppressive.
TRUE
FALSE
Which characteristic serves as a long-term protection against tyranny AND is the foundation of liberty in the United States? (1.9)
The Rule of Law
The Right to Trial
The Elastic Clause
A legal member of a country is called
a citizen
an American
a comrade
an immigrant
WHAT IS THE DEFINITION OF ANARCHY
RULED BY A KING OR QUEEN
A DIRECT DEMOCRACY
HAVING NO GOVERNMENT/LAW
This figure is a
symbol of the American justice system. What does the blindfold covering the figure’s eyes represent?
equality under the law
separation of powers
checks and balances
natural law
Which of these documents was signed 800+ years ago by King John of England. HINT: It is the oldest example of Rule of Law and limited the powers of a king or queen.
The U.S. Constitution (in 1787)
The English Bill of Rights (in 1689)
The Magna Carta (in 1215)
The Mayflower Compact (in 1620)
WHAT CITY AND STATE DO WE LIVE IN?
Florida, Miami
Miami, Florida
Florida
Miami
A TYRANT IS A LEADER OF WHAT KIND OF GOVERNMENT?
AN ABUSIVE AND UNFAIR GOVERNMENT
A FAIR AND SAFE PLACE WHERE CITIZENS ARE HAPPY
Which statement describes the impact of the rule of law?
State of nature
Checks and balances
Separation of powers
Transparency of institutions
What established the US Government?
Bill of Rights
Federalism
Constitution
Declaration of Independence
Which is the highest body of the Judicial Branch in the US Government?
Senate
Cabinet
Supreme Court
House of Representatives
Paying taxes, serving on a jury, and defending the Constitution are examples of citizen's what?
duties
rights
freedoms
responsibilities
Who is next in line for president after the vice-president?
Chief Justice
President Pro Tempore
Speaker of House
Attorney General
What is the absence of governemnt?
Totalitarianism
Anarchy
Republic
Dictatorship
One power the Executive Branch has over the Legislative Branch is the power of:
Declaring War
Veto
Creating Laws
Interpreting the Constitution
One power the Legislative Branch has over the Executive Branch is the power to:
Enforce Laws
Interpret Laws
Approve Justices
Makes Laws
One power the Judicial Branch has over the Legislative Branch is the power to:
Appoint Justices
Make Laws
Override a Veto
Decide constitutionality of Laws
What is known as the Lower House
House of Representatives
Senate
Congress
Legislative Branch
What is known as the Upper House
House of Representatives
Senate
Congress
Legislative Branch
There are ___ Senators in Congress
50
100
435
535
The number of representatives in the House is based on:
Population
Area of the State
Political View of the State
None of the Above
This government is ruled by a king or queen:
Anarchy
Direct Republic
Monarchy
Dictatorship
The ___ is the highest ranking office in the Executive Branch.
Speaker of the House
Chief Justice
President
President Pro Tempore
Popular Sovereignty is also when:
There are shared powers between the state and federal governments.
We have freedom.
The people have the power.
There is a restriction of power through the Constitution.
Federalism best matches:
The people have the power
Division of authority to specific branches of the government.
Shared powers between the state and federal government
Elected Representatives
Separation of Powers best matches:
Shared powers between the state and federal government
Division of authority to specific branches of the government
Making sure one branch does not have too much power
Restriction through the Constitution
Checks and Balances best matches
Shared powers between the state and federal government
Division of authority to specific branches of the government
Making sure one branch does not have too much power
Restriction of power through the Constitution
What establishes the structure of our government and is the Supreme Law of the Land?
The Declaration of Independence
The Bill of Rights
The Preamble
The Constitution
The first 10 Amendments of our Constitution are called:
The Declaration of Independence
The Bill of Rights
The Preamble
The Constitution
Which enlightenment idea is represented by the image?
Separation of powers
Checks and balances
Social contract
Natural law
Which documents influenced the colonists' view of government?
Common Sense, Articles of Confederation
Common Sense, Bill of Rights
Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, Common Sense
Magna Carta, Iroquois Constitution, Common Sense
Which documents addressed colonial concerns about English policies?
Declaration of Independence
Mayflower Compact
US Constitution
Bill of Rights
Document? "We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal."
Articles of Confederation
English Bill of Rights
US Constitution
Declaration of Independence
What constitution was in place during the American Revolution?
Declaration of Independence
Articles of Confederation
US Constitution
Bill of Rights
What was NOT a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
one branch
no way to enforce laws
no power to tax
no way to make laws
How did the US Constitution solve a problem created by the Articles of Confederation?
It avoided the issue of states' rights.
It allowed the states to elect representatives.
It prevented the amendment of federal laws
It enabled the federal government to collect taxes.
Which part of the US Constitution states the six purposes for establishing government?
Bill of Rights
Article IV
Preamble
Article 1
In the Preamble to the US Constitution, what is the meaning of the phrase "we the people" ?
The people express their will through political parties.
The people express their will by directly creating laws.
Gov't. gets taxes from the people and exists to support them
Gov't. gets its power from the people and exists to serve them
What was the Anti-Federalists' greatest concern about ratifying the US Constitution?
The lack of a federal court system.
The lack of a state court system.
The lack of a strong military.
The lack of a bill of rights.
Which supports the Anti-Federalists' struggle over ratification of the US Constitution?
The Constitution should limit state government.
The Constitution should protect fundamental rights.
The Constitution should create a strong national government.
The Constitution should prevent the election of bad politicians.
Which is a requirement for a person to become a naturalized US citizen?
passing a US history and government exam
working in the US for at least 5 years
being born to American parents
being born on American soil
What is NOT a requirement of naturalization?
Be of good moral character
Read, write, and speak basic English
Receiving a driver's license
Know basic US history and government
What right do citizens have?
attending public schools
owning property
holding a job
voting
Why are citizens obligated to attend jury duty?
to guarantee court hearings remain public
to guarantee courts provide probable cause
to protect the right to be tried by one's peers
to protect the right to confronts one's accuser
What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today?
Democratic and Libertarian
Socialist and Republican
Socialist and Libertarian
Democratic and Republican
Which political party's position is represented in the statement?
"We, the workers and our allies, need to take power from the hands of the wealthy few, their
corporations, and their political operatives."
Communist
Democratic
Republican
Socialist
In modern politics, which represents a basic disagreement between Republicans and Democrats?
the responsibilities of government
the frequency of national elections
the legality of the U.S. Constitution
the support for the U.S. military soldier
Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence government?
military officers
elected officials
interest groups
circuit judges
Which individual activity is used to directly influence legislative decision?
watching political debates on television
discussing political issues at work
collecting opinions for a yearbook
gathering signatures for a petition
This diagram shows a sequence of events in colonial history.
Why is this sequence of events important?
Colonists created a legislature with two houses.
Colonists declared independence from English rule.
Colonists defended the concept of unalienable rights.
Colonists established a tradition of self-government.
Government by the people and the separation of powers are the main principles of which founding document?
Bill of Rights
U.S. Constitution
Mayflower Compact
Northwest Ordinances
