The Preamble states one purpose of the national government is to "provide for the common defense". The government achieves this purpose most directly by

maintaining a national military

Which phrase in the Preamble suggests the most specific purpose for the creation of the court system?

"provide for the common defense"

In 1987, a presidential nominee for an open position on the Supreme Court was officially rejected. According to Source 5, this was an example of checks and balances involving the

legislative and executive branches

judicial and executive branches

legislative branch and the states

The U.S. Constitution gives the Senate the authority to ratify treaties negotiated by the President. Based on the graphic the goal of this power is most likely to

balance the power of the executive branch

expand the Senate's international influence

expand the power of the executive branch

What is meant by the fundamental principle "limited government"?

Government may only do what the people have given it the power to do.

The President must limit the amount of speeches he gives on TV.

Presidents may serve no more than two terms.

By law, there can only be so many people working in the government.

MULTIPLE SELECT : Which of the following are true about the national government? CHOOSE TWO.

It makes and enforces laws for the whole country.

It is the highest authority in the land.

Its capital is located in Bethesda, Maryland.

It derives its power from state constitutions.

Which statement best explains the structure of the legislative branch of the federal government?

two houses with different numbers of seats

a single house with equal representation

a single house with weighted representation

two houses with equal numbers of seats

Which responsibility do members of the U.S. president's cabinet have?

giving official advice on policy issues

confirming appointments to high-level offices

appointing ambassadors to foreign countries

Which steps correctly describe the process for appointing U.S. Supreme Court justices?

nomination by the president and confirmation by the Senate

hearings by the Senate and appointment by the president

nomination by the Congress and confirmation by the president

d) nomination by existing justices of the Supreme Court and appointment by the president

Article VI, paragraph 2 of the U.S. Constitution refers to the Constitution and other federal laws as "the Supreme Law of the Land". In principle, this means that

federal government policies take precedence over conflicting state policies.

the federal government can veto the ratification of amendments.

states may not enact their own laws without federal approval.

the U.S. government can deny individuals their constitutional rights.

Bill would like to get into politics in Ohio. He is 46 years old, born in Canada and moved to the United States 12 years ago, and currently lives in Ohio. He became a U.S. citizen 10 years ago. With these qualifications, Bill could run for which political office?

vice president of the United States

chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court

The Great Compromise during the Constitutional Convention appeased both large and small states by

creating a two-house legislature based on separate schemes of representation

allowing courts to balance power among the states.

removing certain powers from state authority altogether.

establishing three branches of government at the federal level.

The Bill of Rights was added to the U.S. Constitution to

protect individual liberty from a strong federal government.

shift the balance of federal power toward the judicial branch.

limit the power of state governments over individuals' rights.

restrict the influence of large states over smaller ones.

The 6th Amendment states that a person accused of a crime will "have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor". How does this protect an accused persons?

It allows the accused to use favorable testimony in his or her defense.

It ensures that the accused cannot be tried without a strong defense.

It allows the accused to silence hostile witnesses.

It ensures that the accused is not forced to testify against him or herself.

Which phrase from the Declaration of Independence most clearly reflects the idea that the people are the source of government?

"...deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed..."

"...that all men are created equal..."

"...all men are...endowed by their Creator certain unalienable rights..."

"...governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes..."

How do the personal freedoms guaranteed by the First Amendment affect the American population on a daily basis?

They allow Americans to express their opinions without government interference.

The provide Americans the opportunity to carry weapons on a regular basis for protection.

They allow Americans to be free from government officials taking their property or arresting them.

They provide Americans protection against being tried by a jury more than once.

A twenty-eight citizen could be elected

only to the House of Representatives.

MULTIPLE SELECT : Which of the following are NOT basic goals of U.S. foreign policy? CHOOSE TWO.

establish voting rights within the United States

preserving the national security of the United States

promoting world peace and a secure global environment

working with allies to solve international problems

What qualification do both houses of Congress have in common?

Members must live in the state they represent.

Members must be born in the United States.

Members must be at least thirty years old.

Members must graduate from college.

Which of the following compromises did the Federalists and Anti-Federalists make?

establishment of the presidency

addition of the Preamble to the Constitution

Why did the delegates to the Constitutional Convention decide to replace the Articles of Confederation?

The government they created was too weak.

They were supposed to be replaced every few years.

State legislatures demanded it.

The delegates had never favored them.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In this cartoon, the cartoonist compares the presidency of Jackson to which of the following types of government?

absolute monarchy

constitutional monarchy

dictatorship

totalitarianism

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the author seem to feel about President Jackson?

displeasure with Jackson.

fear of Jackson

loyalty to Jackson

respect for Jackson

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The picture shows a torn copy of the U.S. Constitution lying on the floor under Jackson's feet because the artist believes that

kings do not need a constitution.

the U.S. Constitution cannot restrain Jackson.

Jackson's behavior conflicts with democracy.

Jackson is trying to revise the U.S. Constitution.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the quote, when naturalized citizens pledge their allegiance, what are they pledging allegiance to specifically?

to the Declaration of Independence

to the flag

to the president

to the U.S. Constitution

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the quote, naturalized citizens must fight on behalf of the United States when...?

Congress declares war.

required by law.

the president orders soldiers into battle.

they take the Naturalization Oath.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase, "bear true faith and allegiance" mean?

never to lie

to be loyal

to be religious

to say the pledge of allegiance

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Using the chart, the information suggests that Massachusetts would have benefited most from the

New Jersey Plan.

Northwest Ordinance.

Virginia Plan

Three-Fifths Compromise

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Government Fall Exam

In this cartoon, the cartoonist compares the presidency of Jackson to which of the following types of government?

How does the author seem to feel about President Jackson?

The picture shows a torn copy of the U.S. Constitution lying on the floor under Jackson's feet because the artist believes that

According to the quote, when naturalized citizens pledge their allegiance, what are they pledging allegiance to specifically?

According to the quote, naturalized citizens must fight on behalf of the United States when...?

What does the phrase, "bear true faith and allegiance" mean?

Using the chart, the information suggests that Massachusetts would have benefited most from the

According to chart, the Three-Fifths Compromise produced the greatest increase in congressional representation for which of these states?

Based on the information in the chart, which of the following states would have the most to gain by supporting the New Jersey Plan?

The phrase in the Preamble that states "insure domestic tranquility" most likely refers to...?

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