Florida Civic Literacy Exam Practice

What is the supreme law of the land?

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Treaty of Paris

What does the Constitution do?

• Defines the government

• Protects basic rights of Americans

• Sets up the structure of government

• All of the above

The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are they?

• "Four score and seven years ago..."

• We the people...

• Our greatest glory...

• I pledge allegiance...

What is an amendment?

• A change to the Constitution

• An addition to the Constitution

• The ratification of a document

• A change or addition to the Constitution

What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

• The First Ten

• The People's Rights

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Rights

Which of the following ancient civilizations established a republican form of government?

• Roman

• Egyptian

• Greek

• Persian

During the 6th century B.C.E., the ancient Athenians divided the powers of their government between two assemblies and guaranteed certain political rights to all male citizens. How do these political reforms best illustrate how societies develop?

• by limiting government authority

• by choosing government leaders

• by improving government services

• by reducing government expenditures

Which of the following is a right guaranteed by the First Amendment?

• Protection from unfair search and seizure

• the right to a jury trial

• the right to choose your own religion

• Protection from cruel and unusual punishment

How many amendments does the Constitution have?

• 10

• 17

• 24

• 27

What did the Declaration of Independence do?

• Declared independence from the 13 colonies

• Declared independence from France

• Declared independence from Great Britain

• Freed the slaves