Civics Review

In order to become an American citizen, an immigrant must study all of the following subjects EXCEPT--

• Science

• United States Government

• United States History

• English

All of the following are civic responsibilities of citizens EXCEPT--

• Participate in government

• Respect the rights of others

• Pay taxes

• Vote

All of the following are ways citizens can influence politics EXCEPT--

• Joining political parties

• Communicating with public officials

• Being informed about public issues

• Obeying the law

Which headline best demonstrates a political party recruiting and nominating candidates?

• The president Visits Virginia to Campaign for Senatoria/ Candidate

• The Democratic Party Reveals Plan to Improve Education

• Both Political Parties Announce Top Picks for Presidentia/ Candidates

• The Republican Party Accuses Representative Wilson of Tax Evasion

If you and other people in your community believe strongly that the United States should change its position on a conflict with another country, whom should you contact?

• Your senators and congressional representative

• The governor of your state

• The United Nations

• That country's ambassador to the United States

Which action is an example of the system of checks and balances?

• Virginia requires at least 180 school days per year

• The Senate approves the President's nominee to the Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives votes to expel one of its members

• An individual pays both a state and federal income tax

What is the job of the governor of a state?

• Debate laws

• Interpret state laws

• Enforce state laws

• Make state laws

The structure and power of Virginia's government is established by which document?

• Virginia Statue for Religious Freedom

• Virginia Declaration of Rights

• Virginia Constitution

• Virginia Bill of Rights

Which action by the Governor of Virginia is an example of maintaining public safety?

• Delivering a speech to the General Assembly of Virginia

• Sending Virginia's National Guard to help after a disaster

• Working on Virginia's budget with the Secretary of Finance

• Attending a meeting on the Virginia economy

Who holds the executive powers of a county government?

• Manager

• Mayor

• Councils

• Board of Supervisors