Study Guide Part 2 Multiple Choice
Which Constitutional concept provides that powers are divided among three independent, coequal branches? Select one:
Separation of powers
Checks and balances
Judicial Review
Popular sovereignty
What is the Supreme Law of the Land in America? Select only one:
The Bible
The Declaration of Independence
The Constitution
Judges
What is one power/authority that state governments typically have? Select only one:
The power to make alliances with other states when necessary.
The power to make treaties with other countries
The power to influence education within their own state
What is the Constitution? What purpose does it serve? Select only one:
Our “break-up letter” with Great Britain
The composition of seven Articles that provide the framework/structure for American government
A huge book that includes all of the federal laws made in the United States.
The idea of self-government is evident in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words? Select only one:
We the people…”
I pledge allegiance…”
We, Evers followers…”
The executive branch is mainly responsible for… Select only one:
Creating the laws
Judging the laws
Changing the laws
Enforcing the laws
What does Article IV of the Constitution say in Section 1, also known as the Full Faith and Credit Clause? Select only one:
States must respect the proceedings and records of other states.
People can practice any faith they want to.
Ms. Evers will give extra credit to any student that has full faith in her ability to learn how to pronounce all words correctly.
None of the above.
What is Article V of the Constitution about? Select only one:
The Supremacy Clause
Process for amending the Constitution
The process of ratification
What is Article VI of the Constitution about? Select only one:
The Supremacy Clause
Process for amending the Constitution
The process of ratification
What is needed to ratify an Amendment to the Constitution? Select only one:
2/3 of both houses, ¾ of all states
¾ of both houses, 2/3 of the majority of the voting population
The President’s signature and the Supreme Court’s approval
The Constitution was adopted after special ratifying conventions (as opposed to the state legislatures) were held. The Founders did this because they wanted the Constitution to be adopted “by the people”.
True
False
Which of the following things are NOT explained in the Constitution. There is ONLY ONE. Select only one:
The powers of the Congress
Limits on Congress
The powers given to the state governments
The limitations on state governments
Who is the Commander in Chief of the military? Select only one:
The Secretary of Defense
The President
The Vice-President
The Chief Justice
What does the Elastic Clause say (who does it give power to and what power does it give them)? Select only one:
The Judicial Branch. Judges can review the Constitutionality of laws.
The Executive Branch. Presidents can make all laws necessary to promote international peace.
The Legislative Branch. Congress can make all laws that are necessary for carrying out their enumerated powers.
What is the Elastic Clause also called? Select only one:
The Necessary and Proper Clause
The Establishment Clause
The Supremacy Clause
What is the difference between implied powers and enumerated powers? Select only one:
Enumerated powers” are specifically listed but “implied powers” are assumed.
Implied powers” are specifically listed but “enumerated powers” are imaginary.
Enumerated powers” are illegal and “implied powers” are allowed.
A loose-constructionist (loose-interpretationist) is different from a strict-constructionist. A loose-constructionist would say that… Select only one:
The Constitution provides the government with powers NOT specifically listed, as long as it helps them carry out their enumerated goals. For example: Can create bans on child-labor.
Federal government can only do those things specifically listed in the Constitution. For example: Can’t create a Federal Bank.
Neither of the above…
Who is in charge of the executive branch? Select only one:
The President
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
The Executive Cabinet members
The Speaker of the House
This is called a bicameral legislature. Select only one:
True
False
What is the “upper house”? Hint: It is composed of older representatives who “check” decisions of the other? Select only one:
The Senate
The House of Representatives
The Speaker of the House is chosen by the other House of Representative members. Select only one:
True
False
How many U.S. Senators are there total? Select only one:
2
9
50
100
435
538
How many U.S. Senators does Arizona elect? Select only one:
It could change (after the census) depending on the size of Arizona’s population
We currently elect 9 total
We elect 2 total, just like every other state
Both A & B are correct
What is required to run for U.S. House of Representatives? Select only one:
The candidate must have resided at some point in that state.
The candidate must reside in that state at the time he/she is elected.
The candidate must reside in that state just when he/she announces his/her candidacy.
The candidate must reside in the district that he/she is representing.
How many times can a person be elected for President? Select only one:
One time
Twice
Four times
Unlimited number of times
Who signs bills to officially become national laws? Select only one:
The President
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
The Senate leader
The Speaker of the House
What does the United States Secretary of State do?
He/she is the Chief Executive Officer of the Department of Defense.
He/she is mostly concerned with foreign affairs.
He/she handles financial and monetary matters.
He/she is the Chief law enforcement officer.
The Speaker of the House can veto national laws. Select only one:
True
False
What is required for Congress to override the President’s veto? Select only one:
2/3 of the Supreme Court justices approval.
2/3 approval from either the House or the Senate.
2/3 approval from both houses.
When a bill is sent to the President, it becomes a law automatically if he does not send it back in… Select only one:
10 days
10 weeks
10 months
1 year
What powers does the President have in regards to treaties and communication with foreign nations? Select only one:
The President can declare war with foreign nations.
The President can sign treaties with other countries but the senate must approve them.
The President can appoint ambassadors to foreign countries.
Both B & C
The President can pardon people in all cases except… Select only one:
Impeachment
Murder
Felony
None of the above
The President can be impeached for misdemeanors according to the Constitution.
True
False
How are Supreme Court justices chosen? Select only one:
The President nominates and the Senate confirms with a majority vote
The President nominates and the decision is unquestioned
The House nominates possibilities and the Senate chooses from those
The Supreme Court has the power to… Select only one:
Review and change decisions of inferior courts
Set up inferior courts
Set punishment for traitors
Impeach the President
How can a Bill become a law? Select the most accurate answer:
After a Committee discusses it, the House votes. Then, the Senate votes on it. Then the President can sign it to make it a law.
The House votes on it and passes it directly on to the President. If he approves it, it moves on to the Judicial Branch for approval.
A committee presents it to the Supreme Court to ensure it is Constitutional. Then it goes to both houses of Congress for approval.
What does the judicial branch do? Select only one:
Makes laws
Enforces the laws
Decides if a law goes against the Constitution
Sets precedents that may be followed by future courts
Both A & B
Both C & D
What is the highest court in the United States? Select only one:
The Washington D.C. Court
The Supreme Court
The 5th Circuit Courts
The District Court
How many justices are on the Supreme Court? Select only one:
Four
Six
Nine
What kinds of cases should the Supreme Court “hear” because it has original jurisdiction over them? Select only one:
Suits between states
Issues involving foreign ambassadors and other public ministers
Both of the above are true.
Is treason defined in the Constitution? How? Select only one:
Treason is defined as waging war against the United States, or giving aid and comfort to its enemies.”
For someone to be convicted of treason, they must either confess to the treasonous act or there must be two or more witnesses to the treasonous act.
Both of the above are true.
For which one of the reasons can a person be convicted of treason? Select only one:
The person is seen speaking against the government
Two people testify that they saw the person giving weapons to an enemy soldier during the war
The person writes a letter describing plans to make war against the country
The President says the person committed an act of treason
Who decides the punishment for people who committed treason? Select only one:
The President
The Congress
The Supreme Court
What does the Supremacy Clause state? Select only one:
It establishes that State laws made first are supreme over State laws made at a later date.
It establishes that the President is Supreme over Congress when there is a conflict.
It establishes that the federal constitution, and federal law generally, take precedence over state laws, and even state constitutions.
What does the Constitution state about the right of states to raise an army or navy? Under what circumstances would it be acceptable? Select only one:
When that state is invaded or about to be.
When America is engaged in a foreign conflict abroad.
When a state feels that its “state’s rights” are being violated by other state laws.
A Bill of Attainder is an act of legislature saying a person or a group is guilty of a crime and punishing them without having a judicial trial. Select only one:
True
False
A law used to punish a man for an action he/she took before that action was illegal is called… Select only one:
A writ of habeas corpus
An ex post facto law
A Bill of Attainder
Under what circumstances can the federal government suspend the writ of habeas corpus? Select only one:
When they are sick and tired of cartoonists drawing them with exaggerated features that make them look stupid
In times of rebellion or invasion.
They can never suspend the writ of habeas corpus.
According to the Constitution, who has the authority to decide what the requirements are for becoming an American citizen? Select only one:
The Executive Branch
The Legislative Branch
The Judicial Branch
Which Constitutional concept gives power to the courts to determine the constitutionality of a governmental action? Select only one:
Separation of powers
Checks and balances
Judicial Review
Popular sovereignty
How many total representatives, coming from all over the country, are in the U.S. House of Representatives currently? Select only one:
2
9
50
100
435
538
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