Principles of Government & Citizenship SOL CE.2.a-d, CE.3.a-e

Which fundamental principle means that the government is not all-powerful and can only do what the people allow it to do? (CE.2a)

• Rule of law
• Limited government
• Consent of the governed
• Representative government

Which document first established the idea that everyone, including the king, must follow the law? (CE.2b)

• The Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom
• The Magna Carta
• The Declaration of Independence
• The Articles of Confederation

What is the main idea expressed by the opening phrase “We the People” in the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution? (CE.2c)

• The government has absolute authority
• Citizens must follow all laws without question
• Government power comes from the people
• Only elected leaders can participate in government

Which document served as a model for the Bill of Rights? (CE.2b)

• The Articles of Confederation
• The Magna Carta
• The Virginia Declaration of Rights
• The Charters of the Virginia Company of London

Which is a step in the amendment process for both the U.S. and Virginia Constitutions? (CE.2d)

• Proposal by the President
• Ratification by Congress
• Proposal by the legislature and ratification by states or voters
• Approval by the Supreme Court

Which amendment defines citizenship in the United States? (CE.3a)

• First Amendment
• Fourteenth Amendment
• Fifth Amendment
• Tenth Amendment

Which First Amendment freedom allows citizens to express their opinions and beliefs? (CE.3b)

• Speech
• Religion
• Assembly
• Petition

Which of the following is a duty of citizenship required by law? (CE.3c)

• Registering to vote
• Attending public meetings
• Serving on a jury when summoned
• Volunteering in the community

What is a responsibility of citizenship that helps ensure the government reflects the will of the people? (CE.3d)

• Paying taxes
• Voting in elections
• Serving in court
• Obeying laws

Which is an example of a citizen addressing community needs through service? (CE.3e)

• Protesting government actions
• Refusing to pay taxes
• Volunteering at a local food bank
• Writing a letter to a newspaper