How can the U.S. Constitution be changed?

The U.S. Constitution can be changed by amending it through a two-thirds vote in Congress or a convention called by states, followed by ratification by three-fourths of the states.

The President can unilaterally change the Constitution due to Executive Orders.

The U.S. Constitution can be changed by a simple majority vote in Congress.

Changes to the Constitution can be made by a popular vote of the citizens.

What is the principal function of a written constitution?

outlining the structure and powers of a government

resolving disagreements between competing parties

confirming resistance to civil disobedience

declaring the independence of a state

Which amendment process is used to propose an amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

Two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate.

A simple majority vote in the House only

Approval by the President of the United States

A national referendum by popular vote

How does the amendment process play a role in constitutional government?

It provides a method to adapt the Constitution to changing times

The amendment process restricts changes to the constitution.

The amendment process is only for state governments.

The amendment process eliminates public input in governance.

What is the supremacy clause?

The supremacy clause establishes the Constitution, federal laws, and treaties as the supreme law of the land.

The supremacy clause states that state laws override federal laws

The supremacy clause refers to the highest court in the land

The supremacy clause only applies to local ordinances

Unconstitutional means _____________

the Constitution does NOT allow it

to charge a public official with wrongdoing

rejecting a law and refusing to sign it

to determine the meaning of the Constitution

How do the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution shape American beliefs today?

They outline the rights and freedoms of citizens

They dictate the economic policies of the nation.

They form alliances with other countries.

What is the significance of the separation of powers in the U.S. Government?

The significance of the separation of powers is to prevent the concentration of power and to provide a system of checks and balances.

To allow the President to make laws without legislative approval.

To create a unified government with no divisions of power.

To ensure that one branch has absolute authority over the others.

What role do checks and balances play in the U.S. government?

Checks and balances enable each branch to limit the powers of the others.

Checks and balances eliminate the need for elections.

Checks and balances are only relevant in state governments.

Checks and balances allow one branch to dominate the others.

Which of the following is an example of popular sovereignty?

Government officials making decisions without public input.

Judges interpreting laws in court cases.

Citizens participating in a protest against a law.

How does the Bill of Rights protect individual rights?

The Bill of Rights protects individual rights by explicitly enumerating and safeguarding freedoms from government infringement.

The Bill of Rights eliminates all forms of government control.

The Bill of Rights is a list of government powers.

The Bill of Rights only applies to state governments.

How does the constitutional principle of republicanism manifest in the U.S.?

Republicanism manifests in the U.S. through elected representatives who make decisions for the citizens.

Republicanism is characterized by a monarchy where a king makes decisions.

Republicanism is the principle of direct democracy with no representatives.

Republicanism means that citizens have no role in government decisions.

What is the purpose of the preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

To state the purposes and principles of the Constitution.

To provide a historical account of the Constitution's creation.

To outline the amendments to the Constitution.

To list the rights of the states under the Constitution.

The Electoral College is primarily used to elect which U.S. government official?

Vice President of the United States

What significant change did the 17th Amendment bring about?

The direct election of U.S. Senators.

Elimination of the Senate altogether.

Appointment of Senators by state legislatures.

Increased term limits for Senators.

What role do third parties often play in the U.S. political system?

Third parties provide alternatives, influence the political agenda, and affect election outcomes.

Third parties have no impact on elections.

Third parties only support major party candidates.

Third parties are primarily focused on local issues.

In a constitutional republic, such as the U.S., how are government leaders typically chosen?

Government leaders are chosen through elections.

Government leaders are chosen by a council of elders.

Government leaders are appointed by the president.

Government leaders are selected through a lottery system.

Which of the following is a key feature of a parliamentary system of government?

Fusion of executive and legislative branches

Fixed terms for all government officials

Direct election of the head of state

How does the U.S. Constitution ensure the protection of individual rights?

The U.S. Constitution ensures the protection of individual rights through the Bill of Rights and the system of checks and balances.

Individual rights are protected solely by state laws.

The U.S. Constitution does not address individual rights.

The Constitution only protects the rights of government officials.

What are unalienable rights?

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

Unalienable rights are rights that can be easily revoked.

Unalienable rights are privileges granted by the government.

Unalienable rights are rights that only apply to certain individuals.

What is the supreme law of the land?

Referendum passed by the people

How did the U.S. Constitution address the problem under the Articles of Confederation that Congress had no power to ensure its laws were followed by the states?

It created an executive branch to enforce laws

It gave each state sovereign authority over its laws.

It required the president to resolve disputes between states.

It required unanimous consent of states to create new laws.

1.6 Why did the preamble to the Constitution begin with the phrase "We the People"?

to indicate that the American people were the ultimate source of its authority

to indicate that the national government had limited power

to indicate that the states had been associated in a confederation

to indicate that the federal power was separated among 3 branches

What is a primary advantage of a presidential system over a parliamentary system?

Separation of powers and checks and balances.

Stronger party discipline and cohesion.

More representation of diverse political parties.

Greater efficiency in decision-making.

How do political parties contribute to the electoral process?

Political parties contribute to the electoral process by organizing candidates, mobilizing voters, and providing a platform for political ideas.

Political parties only focus on fundraising activities.

Political parties do not influence voter turnout.

Political parties are solely responsible for drafting legislation.

How are electoral college votes determined?

Electoral college votes are based on the number of senators and representatives in each state.

Electoral college votes are determined by the popular vote in each state.

Electoral college votes are assigned equally to all states regardless of population.

Electoral college votes are based solely on the number of registered voters in each state.

What is the purpose of the 26th Amendment?

To lower the voting age to 18 years.

To establish a national voting age of 21 years.

To allow non-citizens to vote in elections.

To require voter ID for all citizens.

What is the primary function of the U.S. Supreme Court?

To interpret the Constitution and review laws

Government Midterm Exam

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

What is the primary purpose of a written constitution?

To establish the framework of government and protect individual rights.

To outline the duties of citizens only.

To provide a historical record of laws.

To serve as a guideline for international treaties.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Which constitutional principle ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?

Federalism

Judicial review

Republicanism

Separation of powers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

What is federalism?

Federalism is a system of government that divides power between a central authority and regional entities.

Federalism is a political ideology that promotes monarchy.

Federalism refers to a single centralized government.

Federalism is a type of economic system.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

The idea that government is created by and subject to the will of the people is known as:

Republicanism

Popular Sovereignty

Federalism

Separation of Powers

Answer explanation

Popular Sovereignty is the idea that government is created by and subject to the will of the people, making it the correct choice in this context.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

What principle allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches?

Federalism

Checks and Balances

Popular Sovereignty

Judicial Review

Answer explanation

Checks and Balances principle allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches by providing a system of shared power and accountability.

6.

MATCH QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Match the following principles of government to their description

Each branch watches the other two branches to make sure they don't get too powerful

Federalism

People vote on laws

Separation of Powers

Power is shared between the national government and the states

Checks and Balances

Each branch of government has different jobs to do

Representative Government

People elect leaders to represent their beliefs

Popular Sovereignty

How is popular sovereignty reflected in the U.S. Constitution?

Popular sovereignty is reflected in the U.S. Constitution through the Preamble and the establishment of a representative democracy.

The Constitution establishes a monarchy instead of a democracy.

Popular sovereignty is only mentioned in the Bill of Rights.

The Constitution emphasizes state sovereignty over popular sovereignty.

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Government Midterm Exam

50 questions

What is the primary purpose of a written constitution?

Which constitutional principle ensures that no single branch of government becomes too powerful?

What is federalism?

The idea that government is created by and subject to the will of the people is known as:

Popular Sovereignty is the idea that government is created by and subject to the will of the people, making it the correct choice in this context.

What principle allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches?

Checks and Balances principle allows each branch of government to limit the powers of the other branches by providing a system of shared power and accountability.

Match the following principles of government to their description

How is popular sovereignty reflected in the U.S. Constitution?

How can the U.S. Constitution be changed?

The Preamble lists the ___ of the United States Constitution.

What is the principal function of a written constitution?

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