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Which of the following was the FIRST framework of government for the United States?
Question 1 The U.S. Constitution The Articles of Independence The Independence Constitution The Articles of Confederation None of the above 1
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Which Constitutional principle sought to ensure that the citizens were the ultimate authority?
Question 2 Federalism Checks & Balances Separation of Powers Popular Sovereignty Limited Government 2
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Which Constitutional principle sought to ensure that the members of the government were given specific powers and denied other powers? Question 3 Federalism Checks & Balances Separation of Powers Popular Sovereignty Limited Government 3
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Which Constitutional principle sought to ensure that power would be divided among different branches of government? Question 4 Federalism Checks & Balances Separation of Powers Popular Sovereignty Limited Government 4
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Which Constitutional principle sought to ensure that power would be shared between the federal government and the governments of the states? Question 5 Federalism Checks & Balances Separation of Powers Popular Sovereignty Limited Government 5
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Which Constitutional principle sought to ensure that one branch of the government could prevent another branch from abusing its power? Question 6 Federalism Checks & Balances Separation of Powers Popular Sovereignty Limited Government 6
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The Legislative Compromise
What compromise at the Constitutional Convention created a bicameral Congress in which one house would have proportional state representation and the other would have equal state representation? Question 7 The Legislative Compromise The States Compromise The 3/5 Compromise The Great Compromise None of the above 7
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The House of Representatives
As part of the Great Compromise, which part of the legislative branch would have proportional representation from each state? Question 8 The Senate The Congress The House of Representatives The Supreme Court The Presidency 8
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The House of Representatives
As part of the Great Compromise, which part of the legislative branch would have equal representation from each state? Question 9 The Senate The Congress The House of Representatives The Supreme Court The Presidency 9
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Which of the following best describes the Three-Fifths Compromise?
Question 10 3 out of every 5 slaves would be counted as part of the population of a state 3 out of every 5 states would be allowed to count their slaves 3 out of every 5 representatives from southern states would be freed slaves 3 out of every 5 members of Congress would have to vote if slavery were to end None of the above 10
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Which article of the Constitution established the judicial branch?
Question 11 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 11
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Which article of the Constitution established how the states would treat each other’s citizens?
Question 12 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 12
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Which article of the Constitution established when the Constitution would go into effect?
Question 13 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 13
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Which article of the Constitution established the executive branch?
Question 14 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 14
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Which article of the Constitution established the Constitution as the Supreme Law of the Land?
Question 15 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 15
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Which article of the Constitution established how the Constitution could and would be amended?
Question 16 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 16
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Which article of the Constitution established the legislative branch?
Question 17 Article I Article II Article III Article IV Article V Article VI None of the above Article VII 17
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Question 18 18 How is the President elected?
By counting the entire nation’s popular votes By counting who has won the popular vote in the most states By counting the electoral votes for each state that a candidate won the popular vote By voting for Senators who will then vote for the President None of the above 18
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Which of the following requirements must a candidate meet in order to be elected President?
Question 19 At least 30 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 9 years. Resident of the state they represent. Born in the U.S. At least 35 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 14 years. At least 25 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 7 years. Resident of the state they represent. Male; Born in the U.S. At least 35 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 14 years. None of the above 19
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Which of the following requirements must a candidate meet in order to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives? Question 20 At least 30 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 9 years. Resident of the state they represent. Born in the U.S. At least 35 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 14 years. At least 25 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 7 years. Resident of the state they represent. Male; Born in the U.S. At least 35 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 14 years. None of the above 20
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Which of the following requirements must a candidate meet in order to be elected to the U.S. Senate?
Question 21 At least 30 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 9 years. Resident of the state they represent. Born in the U.S. At least 35 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 14 years. At least 25 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 7 years. Resident of the state they represent. Male; Born in the U.S. At least 35 years old. Resident of the U.S. for 14 years. None of the above 21
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How long is the term of an elected member of the U.S. Senate?
Question 22 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years A lifetime 22
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How long is the term of an elected member of the U. S
How long is the term of an elected member of the U.S. House of Representatives? Question 23 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years A lifetime 23
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How long is the term of an elected President?
Question 24 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years A lifetime 24
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What is the maximum number of years a President can serve?
Question 25 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years A lifetime 25
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How long is the term of an appointed Supreme Court Justice?
Question 26 2 years 4 years 6 years 8 years A lifetime 26
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Which branch is given the power to regulate trade between the states?
Question 27 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 27
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Which branch is given the power to determine if laws are unconstitutional?
Question 28 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 28
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Which branch is given the power to negotiate treaties?
Question 29 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 29
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Which branch is given the power to impeach the President or any other federal official?
Question 30 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 30
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Which branch is given the power to ratify treaties?
Question 31 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 31
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Which branch is given the power to command the U.S. Armed Forces?
Question 32 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 32
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Which branch is given the power to collect taxes?
Question 33 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 33
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Which branch is given the power to veto bills passed by Congress?
Question 34 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 34
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Which branch is given the power to declare war?
Question 35 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 35
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Which branch is given the power to confirm appointments made by the President?
Question 36 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 36
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Which branch is given the power to override a Presidential veto?
Question 37 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 37
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Which branch is given the power to control spending?
Question 38 Legislative Branch Executive Branch Judicial Branch 38
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Which amendment gives you the right to a jury trial in civil cases involving $20 or more?
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Which amendment protects you from excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment?
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Which amendment gives you freedom of religion?
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Which amendment gives you the right to own a weapon?
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Which amendment gives the people freedom of the press?
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Which amendment gives you the right to remain silent and protects you from double jeopardy?
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Which amendment reserves powers not given to the federal government to the states?
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Which amendment protects you from illegal searches?
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Which amendment protects your freedom of speech?
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Which amendment gives you the right to assemble and petition the government?
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Which amendment gives you the right to a speedy trial and an attorney?
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Which amendment established equal protection for all races?
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Which amendment abolished poll taxes?
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Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
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Which amendment changed the voting age from 21 to 18?
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Which amendment established term limits for a President?
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Which amendment abolished slavery?
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Which amendment gave former male slaves and black men the right to vote?
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Which amendment abolished the sale of alcohol and was later repealed by the 21st Amendment?
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Which amendment changed the way a President and Vice-President were selected, putting them as a pair on the same ticket? Question 58 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 22 24 26 58
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What can happen to a bill in a House or Senate Committee?
Question 59 It can be killed. It can be buried. It can be amended and then passed. It can be passed. All of the above 59
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Which of these is NOT an option for the President once a bill has passed both houses of Congress?
Question 60 The President can sign the bill into law. The President can veto the bill. The President can refuse to sign or veto a bill, and the bill will become law in 10 days. The President can refuse to accept the bill and send it back to Congress. 60
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