STAAR Review Part 1 - The Constitution and its Principles

Which of these Ideas were included In the original U.S. Constitution? (Select TWO)

• Separating governmental powers

• Providing access to a lawyer if requested

• Establishing a Court System

• Providing access to trial by jury

Answer explanation

The original U.S. Constitution included the ideas of separating governmental powers and establishing a Court System.

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US.1(A)

Read the excerpt attached and answer the question below:

What is the meaning of unalienable rights?

• Rights that change over time

• Rights that cannot be taken away or denied

• Rights that only governments can provide

• Rights that can't be defined and protected.

Answer explanation

Unalienable rights are rights that cannot be taken away or denied.

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US.29B

Which phrase best describes the goal of this amendment?

• To restrict civil liberties

• To limit due process rights

• To restrain the powers of judicial activists

• To limit the power of the federal government

Answer explanation

The goal of this amendment is to limit the power of the federal government.

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US.1A

What was the most important diplomatic effect of the Declaration of Independence for the United States?

• It allowed foreign governments to officially recognize the United States

• It forced Great Britain to trade with the United States

• It required Great Britain to pay war reparations to the United States

• It allowed the United States to establish immigration quotas

Answer explanation

The most important diplomatic effect of the Declaration of Independence was that it allowed foreign governments to officially recognize the United States.

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US.1A

Which statement from the Declaration of Independenced influenced Article 1, Section 2 of the US Constitution?

• “He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil power.”

• “To secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.”

• “He has obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary powers.”

• “These United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and . . . they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown."

Answer explanation

The statement 'To secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.' from the Declaration of Independence influenced Article 1, Section 2 of the US Constitution which limits the powers of the federal government, giving the rest to the states and the people.

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US.1(A)

The ideas contained in the Declaration of Independence helped —

• motivate European rulers to establish new colonies

• inspire people in other countries to question the authority of their government

• encourage new settlers in South America to assimilate native populations

• persuade religious leaders in other countries to stop the persecution of non-Christians

Answer explanation

The ideas in the Declaration of Independence inspired people worldwide to question their government's authority.

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US.1(A)

What was one impact of this ruling?

• Impeachment procedures were redefined.

• Due process guidelines were reexamined.

• Full faith and credit was reaffirmed.

• State laws were deemed supreme over federal laws.

Answer explanation

The ruling led to a reexamination of due process guidelines, highlighting their importance and potential flaws.

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US.20(A)

What type of political activity is described in this scenario?

• Protesting

• Protesting

• Boycotting

• Lobbying

• Recalling

Answer explanation

The correct political activity described in this scenario is lobbying. Lobbying involves influencing government officials to support a particular cause or policy. It is different from protesting, boycotting, recalling, or other forms of political activism.

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US.22(A)

Which action BEST prepares a responsible citizen to vote?

• Staying informed about issues affecting the country and communities

• Defending the country through military service if the need arises

• Getting a high-paying job with health care and retirement benefits

• Participating on a grand jury on a regular basis

Answer explanation

Staying informed about issues prepares citizens to vote by ensuring they make informed choices that benefit the country and communities.

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US.22(C)

Which action is the best example of a civic responsibility?

• Writing an editorial piece for a newspaper

• Volunteering to sell raffle tickets

• Voting on Election Day

• Opening a Business

Answer explanation

Voting on Election Day is the best example of a civic responsibility because it allows individuals to participate in the democratic process and have a say in the governance of their country.

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US.22(C)