MEGA Civics Midterm Review
(2.05) Which statement below best represents the beliefs of a Federalist in the debate over the Constitution? "The biggest threat to our country is anarchy" "l oppose the constitution the way it is written' "l support strong state governments" "The Bill of Rights is necessary to protect individual liberty"
"The biggest threat to our country is anarchy"
(1.04) Which of the following amendments officially ended slavery, except as a punishment for a crime? 19th amendment 15th amendment 13th amendment 14th amendment
13th amendment
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized. (2.07) The text above is from which of the bill of rights amendments? 4th 6th 8th 5th
4th
(2.07) Which two bill of rights amendments are the Miranda warnings (above) centered around? 5th & 6th 6th & 7th 4th & 5th 3rd & 4th
5th & 6th
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense. (2.07) The text above is from which of the Bill of Rights amendments? 8th 5th 6th 4th
6th
(2.07) Which bill of rights amendment protects citizens from cruel and unusual punishment? 8th 6th 4th 5th
8th
(1.06) Which of the following statements is correct/true? A child born in the United States of French parents is an American citizen jus soli, but a French citizen jus sanguinis. A child born to American citizens who are on vacation overseas is an example of jus soli citizenship. A child born to American citizens who are serving in the military overseas is an example of naturalization. A child born in the United States of French parents is an American citizen jus sanguinis. but a French citizen jus soli.
A child born in the United States of French parents is an American citizen jus soli, but a French citizen jus sanguinis.
(3.03) What are the correct steps for a bill to become a law? Sent to the other house of Congress bill introduced sent to committee debate/vote by the whole house Bill introduced sent to committee debate/vote by the whole house sent to the other house of Congress Sent to committee bill introduced debate/vote by the whole house sent to the other house of Congress Bill introduced > debate/vote by the whole house sent to the other house sent to committee
Bill introduced sent to committee debate/vote by the whole house sent to the other house of Congress
(1.03) Establishing courts, levying taxes, and _______ are all examples of concurrent powers of government. Regulating interstate commerce Borrowing money Running elections
Borrowing money
(3.07) Which of the following answer choices BEST completes the venn diagram above? Both are bicameral legislatures Both arc unicameral legislatures Both have the to regulate elections Both have the power to declare war
Both are bicameral legislatures
(1.04) What did the 15th and 19th Amendments to the U.S. constitution have in common? Both involved heavily granted rights of freed slaves following the Civil War Both involved equal protection for people under the law Both greatly affected the political point:r of women Both involved expansion of suffrage rights to previously disenfranchised Americans
Both involved expansion of suffrage rights to previously disenfranchised Americans
(3.03) Which Constitutional principle is evident in the cartoon above? Checks and balances Judicial review Federalism Popular sovereignty
Checks and balances
(1.07) Which of the following is an example of the rights of American citizens? Running for public office (school board. scratch. etc.) Choosing to practice any religion you want Attending school Paying taxes
Choosing to practice any religion you want
(2.04) Which of the following statements about the electoral compromise at the Constitutional Convention is FALSE? Citizens' votes do not count in the process of electing a president. Citizens get to vote for the president. but states vote through delegates in the electoral college The president is limited to one 4 year term at a time. There was originally no limit to the amount of terms for a president.
Citizens' votes do not count in the process of electing a president.
(3.02) Two potential solutions to Gerrymandering include mandating contiguous districts and having independent commissions create new district maps after reapportionment. Which of the following is NOT a purpose of instituting new processes for redistricting? Districts would always be equal between Democrats and Republicans. Districts could better represent regions or communities and counties. Districts would not be drawn by the politicians who would be socking re-election in the future. Districts would be less likely to be oddly shaped and blatantly politically drawn.
Districts would always be equal between Democrats and Republicans.
(1.06) Which of the following would be an example of acculturation? Hawaiians continue to practice traditional Polynesian customs long after being annexed (added) into the United States in the late 1800's. Many Immigrants from Ireland changed their last names at Ellis Island to avoid criticism and better blend into American society. Native Americans were forced to change their names and clothes in the late 1800's with the implementation of the reservation system. Most immigrants who come to America strive to learn English as soon as possible to help them function in American society.
Hawaiians continue to practice traditional Polynesian customs long after being annexed (added) into the United States in the late 1800's.
The Congress shall have Power... To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof. - Article l, Section 8 of the United States Constitution (1.03) The excerpt above is responsible for which of the following concepts in the United States government? Reserved powers Concurrent powers Implied powers Enumerated powers
Implied powers
(1.05) Based on the information in the two graphics above, what conclusion can be made about citizenship and immigration to the U.S. during the 20th century? In the last half of the 20th century, strict immigration laws likely caused immigration and citizenship to plateau. Following WWI (1914-1918) and WWII (1939-1945) there were major increases in immigrants and new citizens Prior to 1970, there were no increases in citizenship or new immigrants coming to the United States In the last 40 years, immigration has boomed and many of those immigrants likely became U.S. citizens
In the last 40 years, immigration has boomed and many of those immigrants likely became U.S. citizens
(1.02) During a protest the U.S. Capitol Police and the D.C. Metro Police departments are responsible for keeping the people and situation safe. Which purposes of government do their actions serve? Maintaining order and protecting citizens rights Providing security and public utilities Providing national security and social order Providing public services and economic guidance
Maintaining order and protecting citizens rights
(1.02) Which of the following is a characteristic of an authoritarian government or leader? Permits free press Grants freedom of speech Allows multiple political parties Makes decisions quickly
Makes decisions quickly
(3.04) What conclusions can be drawn about the impact of civil rights legislation immediately following the Civil War? There was a return to powerful states and states' rights reinforcing reserved powers of the Constitution. Congress refused to address the issues of slavery, racism, and segregation that had been legal in the United States since its inception. There were several laws and amendments passed which immediately and permanently ended segregation in the United States. There was an expansion of federal power over the states to ensure that constitutional protections were extended to all people.
There was an expansion of federal power over the states to ensure that constitutional protections were extended to all people.
(3.04) In what way did the Alien & Sedition Acts of 1798 and Espionage & Sedition Acts of 1917 increase the power of the federal government? They both created processes to identify and punish potential spies and traitors to the U.S. government They both expanded the authority of state governments over American citizens during times of crisis. They both infringed upon the first amendment right to freedom of speech and petition. They are generally considered by historians as important protections for individual rights
They both infringed upon the first amendment right to freedom of speech and petition.
(2.02) What was the impact of the Intolerable (Coercive) Acts? They closed Boston harbor, suspended rights to a trial, and imposed martial law on the city of Boston They gave exclusive rights to ship tea to British East India Company & undercut colonial smugglers They forced colonies to get manufactured goods only from Great Britain They imposed taxes of variety of goods and allowed British customs officers to search for smuggling
They closed Boston harbor, suspended rights to a trial, and imposed martial law on the city of Boston
(2.05) Which of the socio-economic characteristics below most accurately portrays the Anti-Federalists in the debate over the Constitution? They were large plantation owners and merchants. They were from densely populated urban areas. They were wealthy, but less wealthy than the Federalists. They were very poor Americans and the Federalists were very wealthy.
They were wealthy, but less wealthy than the Federalists.
(3.01) What is the role of the Vice President in Congress? To prevent congress from passing unconstitutional legislation for the president to sign. To be the leader of the Senate and vote in tie-break situations. To be the Icadcr of the House of Representatives and help guide legislation through for the president. To step in for the President in the case of a congressional override of a veto
To be the leader of the Senate and vote in tie-break situations.
(3.03) What is the purpose of a filibuster? To throw out a bill that is unconstitutional and deny the debate and vote on the bill. To delay the debate on the bill and force senators to vote on legislation preventing them from delaying anymore. To ignore a bill they disapprove of and let it die in committee without debating on it. To try and talk a bill to death by delaying the vote on legislation that they dislike
To try and talk a bill to death by delaying the vote on legislation that they dislike
(1.02) In 1933, Adolf Hitler was appointed chancellor of Germany by President Paul von Hindenburg. Hitler, and his small group of trusted advisors, ruled Germany without opposition until his death and ultimate Allied victory in World War II. Which of the following best represents Hitler's government? Theocracy and absolute monarchy Authoritarian dictatorship and oligarchy Oligarchy and representative democracy Constitutional monarchy and direct democracy
Authoritarian dictatorship and oligarchy
(1.07) Which of the following is an example of the responsibilities of American citizens? Being an informed voter Obeying laws Registering for selective service Paying taxes
Being an informed voter
All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the State wherein they reside. No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws. -14th Amendment to the United States Constitution (1.04) What was the most significant outcome of the ratification of the 14th Amendment? The federal government gained more power over the state governments in their ability to take people's property Citizenship was redefined to include any person born in the U.S. and equal protection was guaranteed to all Suffrage rights were protected for all Americans whether they were born in the U.S. or naturalized citizens Jus Sanguinis citizenship was outlawed as only people who were born in the US. would retain their U.S. citizenship
Citizenship was redefined to include any person born in the U.S. and equal protection was guaranteed to all
(3.02) What conclusion can be drawn from the information provided in the table above? Florida lost representation in the House of Rcprcscntativcs after the 2020 reapportionment. The number of apportioned representatives did not change in these states in 2020 after the 2010 census. Colorado gained representation in the House of Representatives after the 2020 reapportionment. California and Illinois lost representation in the Senate after the 2020 reapportionment.
Colorado gained representation in the House of Representatives after the 2020 reapportionment.
(3.07) Which of the following terms would apply to the legislative process in both the NC General Assembly and the U.S. Congress? Second reading Third reading Committee action Enrollment
Committee action
(3.03)Which of the following is NOT an example of a standing committee? Committee on House Budget Committee on Armed Services Committee on the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol Committee on Agriculture
Committee on the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol
(1.03) The concept of the social contract is most closely related to which of the following principles of the American government? Direct Democracy Consent of the governed The rule of law Absolute freedom
Consent of the governed
Article l, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution The Congress shall have power To lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises, to pay the Debts and provide for the common defense [note Il and general Welfare of the United States; but all Duties, Imposts and Excises shall be uniform throughout the United States; To borrow Money on the credit of the United States; To regulate Commerce with foreign Nations, and among the several States, and with the Indian Tribes; To establish a uniform Rule of Naturalization, and uniform Laws on the subject of Bankruptcies throughout the United States; To coin Money, regulate the Value thereof, and of foreign Coin, and fix the Standard of Weights and Measures, To define and punish Piracies and Felonies committed on the high Seas, and Offenses against the Law of Nations; To declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water; To raise and support Armies, but no Appropriation of Money to that Use shall be for a longer Term than two Years; To provide and maintain a Navy; To make Rules for the Government and Regulation of the land and naval Forces; To provide for calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, suppress Insurrections and repel Invasions; To provide for organizing, arming, and disciplining, the Militia, and for governing such Part of them as may be employed in the Service of the United States, reserving to the States respectively, the Appointment of the Officers, and the Authority of training the Militia according to the discipline prescribed by Congress; (3.01) The powers above are examples of which type of congressional powers? Delegated enumerated powers Concurrent powers Reserved powers Implied powers
Delegated enumerated powers
(1.07) Which of the following paired concepts or terms is most closely related? Naturalization and xenophobia Ellis Island and acculturation Legal permanent residents and undocumented immigrants E. Pluribus Unum and Melting Pot Theory
E. Pluribus Unum and Melting Pot Theory
This is expressed in the first words of Article l, which created Congress: "All legislative powers herein granted shall be vested in a Congress of the United States." The Tenth Amendment reinforces this principle: "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states respectively, or to the people." (1.03) Which fundamental principle is expressed in the text above? Federalism Checks and balances Social Contract The Rule of Law
Federalism
(3.02) What is the cartoonist's opinion about Gerrymandering? Gerrymandering is an insignificant issue and the Supreme Court's power of judicial review can do nothing to fix it Gerrymandering has to be fixed by legislatures, but legislatures are overpowered by gerrymandered districts already Gerrymandering is harmful to democracy, and there are no potential solutions to fix or prevent it. Gerrymandering is unfair. but citizens have the ability to fix it by referendum in state elections.
Gerrymandering has to be fixed by legislatures, but legislatures are overpowered by gerrymandered districts already
The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people. —10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution (1.03) Which of the following would be most closely related to the source above? Coining money Issuing driver's licenses Negotiations with foreign governments Maintaining public utilities
Issuing driver's licenses
(2.03) Which statement is NOT true about the Articles of Confederation? The congress was unicameral with 1 vote per state and the president was very weak with no authority. It was very hard to pass laws under the Articles of Confederation as it required 9 of 13 states to agree. The federal government had no authority to tax directly thus no federal army to help stop insurrections. It established a common currency among all 13 states which helped increase trade between them.
It established a common currency among all 13 states which helped increase trade between them.
(2.04) Why was the Great Compromise so important to the Constitution? It established that slaves would be counted for representation in the House of Representatives It resolved the issue of how to select the president by allowing citizens to vote and limiting terms to 4 years It settled the balance of power between the large and small states in the House of Representatives It helped appease the southern states by allowing slavery to continue for at least the next 20 years
It settled the balance of power between the large and small states in the House of Representatives
(2.01) Which Enlightenment philosopher was best known for his support of the concept of popular sovereignty? Jacques Rousseau John Locke Voltaire Baron de Montesquieu
Jacques Rousseau
"When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another, and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed.. " —excerpt from the Declaration of Independence, 1776 (2.02) Based on the excerpt from the Declaration of Independence (above) which enlightenment philosopher likely had the greatest influence on the author? Baron dc Montesquieu Thomas Jefferson John Locke Jacques Rousseau
John Locke
"It is emphatically the duty of the Judicial Department to say what the law is. Those who apply the rule to particular cases must, of necessity, expound and interpret the rule. If two laws conflict with each other, the Court must decide on the operation of each. If courts are to regard the Constitution, and the Constitution is superior to any ordinary act of the legislature, the Constitution, and not such ordinary act, must govern the case to which they both apply... Congress does not have the power to pass laws that override the Constitution, such as by expanding the scope of the Supreme Court's original jurisdiction." — summary of the ruling in the Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court case (2.06) Which constitutional principle is being described in the excerpt above? Popular sovereignty Limited government Impeachment Judicial Review
Judicial Review
"Justice Kagan criticized the Court for sidestepping a critical question involving the violation of 'the most fundamental of constitutional rights: the rights to participate equally in the political process, to join with others to advance political beliefs, and to choose their political representatives.' Justice Kagan argued that by not intervening in the political gerrymanders, the Court effectively 'encourage[sl a politics of polarization and dysfunction' that 'may irreparably (forever) damage our system of government."' -New York Times, "Supreme Court Bars Challenges to Partisan Gerrymandering," 2019. (3.02) Justice Kagan is a Supreme Court Justice. In this article, the author is quoting Justice Kagan about the Supreme Court's decision that federal courts should not hear cases about gerrymandering disagreements in states. Based on the source above, what is Justice Kagan's opinion on what the Supreme Court decided? Justice Kagan believes that the Supreme Court should increase the amount of gerrymandering in the states to make the voting process marc constitutional Justice Kagan believes it is the responsibility of the Supreme Court to decide if gerrymandering in the states is constitutional or not Justice Kagan believes it is not the responsibility of the Supreme Court to decide if gerrymandering in the states is constitutional or not Justice Kagan believes that if the Supreme Court hears cases about gerrymandering in the states. they are using too much of their federal judicial power
Justice Kagan believes it is not the responsibility of the Supreme Court to decide if gerrymandering in the states is constitutional or not
Article l, Section 2, Clause 2: No Person shall be a Representative who shall not have attained to the Age of twenty five Years, and been seven Years a Citizen of the United States, and who shall not, when elected, be an Inhabitant of that State in which he shall be chosen. Article l, Section 3, Clause 3: No Person shall be a Senator who shall not have attained to the Age of thirty Years, and been nine Years a Citizen of the United States, and who shall not, when elected, be an Inhabitant of that State for which he shall be chosen. (3.01) Which of the following answer choices correctly describes requirements for House of Representatives members? Must be at least 25 years old, citizen for at least 7 years, and live in the state they represent Must be at 'cast 25 years old, citizen for at Ieast 9 years. and live in the state they represent Must be at Ieast 30 years old, citizen for at Ieast 7 years. and live in the state they represent Must be at least 30 years old, citizen for at least 9 years. and live in the state they represent
Must be at least 25 years old, citizen for at least 7 years, and live in the state they represent
(2.04) Based on the information provided in the 1790 Census Data chart above, which of the following statements is most likely TRUE? North Carolina would have supported the New Jersey Plan at the Constitutional Convention. New York would have supported the Virginia Plan at the Constitutional Convention. Georgia would have supported the Virginia Plan at the Constitutional Convention. Pennsylvania would have supported the New Jersey Plan at the Constitutional Convention.
New York would have supported the Virginia Plan at the Constitutional Convention.
(2.03) Which of the following is NOT one of the purposes of the Articles of Confederation? To handle foreign diplomacy for the nation. To create a common currency for all the states. To resolve conflicts between the states. None of the Above
None of the Above
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America, in Congress assembled, That any Alien being a free white person, who shall have resided within the limits and under the jurisdiction of the United States for the term of two years, may be admitted to become a citizen „ wherein he shall have resided for the term of one year at least, and making proof to the satisfaction of such Court that he is a person of good character, and taking the oath or affirmation prescribed by law to support the Constitution of the United States,... And the children of such person so naturalized, dwelling within the United States, being under the age of twenty-one years at the time of such naturalization, shall also be considered as citizens of the United States. And the children of citizens of the United States that may be born beyond Sea, or out of the limits of the United States, shall be considered as natural born. (1.05) Based on the excerpt above, which statement below is true about the Naturalization Act of 1790? All white males could now vote. which increased civic participation and the value of American citizenship Originally, one had to be a free white person to acquire citizenship in the United States Any children, under the age of 18. of naturalized citizens were also granted citizenship Children of citizens who were born overseas were not considered citizens of the United States
Originally, one had to be a free white person to acquire citizenship in the United States
(3.04) What constitutional principle or amendment was Stephen Douglas using to defend his support of the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854? The Rule of Law Popular Sovereignty The 14th Amendment The 1st Amendment
Popular Sovereignty
(2.08) Article IX of the North Carolina Constitution establishes the power of the General Assembly to tax and fund public education in order to provide equal opportunities for all students. Which constitutional principles is this an example of? Reserved powers Concurrent powers Supremacy clause Checks and balances
Reserved powers
(3.02) After a national census has been taken, changes in population distribution cause the changing of congressional seats among the states. This is called: Reapportionment Gerrymandering Census apportionment Congressional districting
Reapportionment
(1.02) According to Pew Research Center, the 117th Congress (beginning in January 2021) is the most ethnically diverse Congress in American history. The U.S. congress BEST represents what type of government? Direct democracy Constitutional monarchy Representative democracy Aristocracy
Representative democracy
(1.07) Which of the following is an example of the duties of American citizens? Voting in a presidential election Volunteering in your community Serving on a jury Voicing criticism of government
Serving on a jury
"The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants. It is its natural manure. Our Convention has been too much impressed by (overreacted to) the insurrection of Massachusetts; and in the spur of the moment they are setting up a kite to keep the hen yard in order (a kite is a type of hawk)." -Thomas Jefferson, 1787 (2.03) Based on the source above, what "insurrection" is Jefferson referring to, and what is his opinion of the Constitutional Convention? Shays' Rebellion, he believes that it was necessary to protect the rights of citizens from the government Shays' Rebellion, he believes that the Convention was unnecessary and could damage our democratic principles Pontiac's Rebellion. he is optimistic that this country will come together to support the federal government Shays' Rebellion, he thinks that the government will be unable to function without enough power
Shays' Rebellion, he believes that the Convention was unnecessary and could damage our democratic principles
"We consider the underlying fallacy of the plaintiffs argument to consist in the assumption that the enforced separation of the two races stamps the colored race with a badge of inferiority. If this be so, it is... solely because the colored race chooses to put that construction upon it... The argument also assumes that social prejudice may be overcome by legislation, and that equal rights cannot be secured except by an enforced commingling of the two races..." -Excerpt from Plessy v. Ferguson (1896) Majority Opinion In 1964, Congress passed Public Law 88-352 (78 Stat. 241). The Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Provisions of this civil rights act forbade discrimination on the basis of sex, as well as, race in hiring, promoting, and firing. (3.04) Which conclusion can be drawn from the two excerpts? Society's confidence in the Supreme Court was higher than that of Congress. Society's expectation of continuing segregation was reinforced by Congress. Society's norms around race changed between 1896 and 1964 to be more inclusive. Society's belief in judicial review was highlighted by the 1896 case and 1964 law.
Society's norms around race changed between 1896 and 1964 to be more inclusive.
(1.04) What was the most likely legal or constitutional basis for the Supreme Court's final ruling in the U.S. v. Wong Kim Ark (1898) case? The 14th Amendment The Emergency Quota of 1921 The Chinese Exclusion Act Universal White Male Suffrage
The 14th Amendment
"The powers delegated by the proposed Constitution to the federal government are few and defined. Those which are to remain with the State governments are numerous and indefinite." -James Madison, Federalist No. 45 (2.05) Which of the following beliefs is most closely related to the source above? A confederation government should be created because a federal government was tyrannical. The Articles of Confederation were sufficient to protect citizens because of limits on state government. The Bill of Rights was unnecessary because the federal government was limited and state powers unlimited. The Constitution was dangerous because it would create anarchy in the states.
The Bill of Rights was unnecessary because the federal government was limited and state powers unlimited.
(2.02) What event leading to the American Revolutionary War is portrayed in the image above? The Boston Tea Party The Boston Massacre The French and Indian War Shays' Rebellion
The Boston Massacre
(3.04) Based on information in the cartoon above, which constitutional amendment does the cartoonist believe is being infringed upon by the Patriot Act, 2001? The Fifth Amendment The First Amendment The Fourth Amendment The Second Amendment
The Fourth Amendment
(2.08) Which of the following is NOT part of the executive branch of government in North Carolina? Governor Lt. Governor Council of State The General Assembly
The General Assembly
"The Lieutenant Governor of North Carolina is the second highest elected official in the U.S. state of North Carolina and is the only elected official to have powers in both the legislative and executive branches of state government. The current Lieutenant Governor is Mark Robinson...the lieutenant governor's primary responsibility is to preside over the North Carolina Senate; until 1970, this was the lieutenant governor's only major responsibility...the lieutenant governor is a member of the Council of State, the North Carolina Board of Education, the North Carolina Capital Planning Commission, and the North Carolina Board of Community Colleges...ln 1977, the North Carolina Constitution was amended to allow both the governor and the lieutenant governor to serve two consecutive terms." -ltgov.nc.gov (3.07) Which of the following answer choices would correctly describe the office of the NC Lt. Governor? The Lt. Govemor has responsibilities in the Legislative and Executive branches, as well as numerous state boards The Lt. Governor's powers arc primarily related to the Judicial branch. as well as overseeing the National Guard After it was amended in 1977, the NC Constitution limited the Lt. Governor to serving only a single 4-year term The NC Constitution requires that the Lt. Governor bc appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the State Senate
The Lt. Govemor has responsibilities in the Legislative and Executive branches, as well as numerous state boards
Article l, Section 8, Clause 18: [The Congress shall have Power ... To make all Laws which shall be necessary and proper for carrying into Execution the foregoing Powers, and all other Powers vested by this Constitution in the Government of the United States, or in any Department or Officer thereof. The Necessary and Proper Clause (above) concludes Article I's list of Congress's enumerated powers with a general statement that Congress's powers include not only those expressly listed, but also the authority to use all means necessary and proper for executing those express(ed) powers. Under the Necessary and Proper Clause, congressional power encompasses all implied and incidental powers that are conducive to the beneficial exercise of an enumerated power. The Clause does not require that legislation be absolutely necessary to the exercise of federal power. Rather, so long as Congress's end is within the scope of federal power under the Constitution, the Necessary and Proper Clause authorizes Congress to employ any means that are appropriate and plainly adapted to the permitted end. The Necessary and Proper Clause was included in the Constitution in response to the shortcomings of the Articles of Confederation, which had limited federal power to only those powers expressly delegated to the United States. While the Framers chose to follow the Articles in enumerating a list of specific federal powers—as opposed to some general statement of federal power—they included the Necessary and Proper Clause to make clear that Congress's power encompassed the implied power to use all appropriate means required to execute those express powers. The Necessary and Proper Clause was not a primary focus of debate at the Constitutional Convention itself, but its meaning quickly became a major issue in the debates over the ratification of the Constitution, and in the early Republic. —Excerpt from constitution.congress.gov (3.01) Which statement below most accurately explains the purpose of the Necessary and Proper Clause and the role it played in the ratification of the new Constitution? The Necessary and Proper Clause was hotly debated during the constitutional convention because it gave the federal government implied powers that states' rights supporters feared would allow for tyrannical government. The Necessary and Proper Clause included the list of congress's enumerated powers and placed limits on the authority of the federal government. It was not a major part of the debates in the Constitutional convention. The Necessary and Proper Clause was added to the enumerated powers to allow the new Constitution to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. Its inclusion was a major cause of debate at the constitutional convention. The Necessary and Proper Clause was included to give the federal government implied powers they could use to enforce other expressed powers. Its inclusion was a major emphasis in the debates over ratification.
The Necessary and Proper Clause was included to give the federal government implied powers they could use to enforce other expressed powers. Its inclusion was a major emphasis in the debates over ratification.
(2.03) What early American document is the source of the text excerpt above? The U.S. Constitution The Articles of Confederation The Land Ordinance of 1785 The Northwest Ordinance of 1787
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787
(3.01) If the Vice President is absent for a congressional session, who steps in to fill the Vice President's place? The Speaker of the House The President Pro Tempore The Minority Leader The President
The President Pro Tempore
(3.06) The cartoon above is most directly connected to which of the following laws? The Sedition Act. 1917 The Kansas-Nebraska Act. 1854 The Civil Rights Act, 1964 The Voting Rights Act, 1965
The Voting Rights Act, 1965
(2.05) What caused the final "pillars" shown in the source to be raised in support of the new Constitution? The passage of the Electoral Compromise The addition of the Bill of Rights The cancellation of the Constitutional Convention The adoption of the Articles of Confederation
The addition of the Bill of Rights
(3.07) In North Carolina, what happens if a piece of legislation makes it all the way to the governor's desk and he ignores it or refuses to sign it? The bill goes back to both houses for a vote to override the pocket veto The bill automatically becomes law. The bill dies and is unable to bc credited or amended. The bill will be sent back to the conference committee.
The bill automatically becomes law.
(2.04) What was the result of the Three-Fifths Compromise at the Constitutional Convention? a slave's vote only counted 3/5ths that of a white person's as they were not considered full citizens it required 3/5ths of the electoral college votes to elect a president. which was increased from 51% 3/ 5ths of the states had to ratify the Constitution. which was decreased from 2/3rd a slave counted as 3/5ths of a citizen in the census as it affected representation in Congress.
a slave's vote only counted 3/5ths that of a white person's as they were not considered full citizens
(2.01) All of the following are rights listed in the Magna Carta (above) EXCEPT... The right to be judged by ones peers The freedom to move or Ieave the country The freedom of speech The protection from cruel and unusual punishments or fines
The freedom of speech
(2.08) Which of the following rights listed in the North Carolina Declaration of Rights is NOT also explicitly protected by the federal government? The right and privilege to an education The protection of religious freedom The freedom of assembly & petition No excessive fines or punishments
The right and privilege to an education
[5]...it is the right of the subjects to petition the king, and all commitments and prosecutions for such petitioning are illegal; [6] ...the raising or keeping of a standing army within the kingdom in time of peace, unless it be with consent of Parliament, is against law; [7] ...the subjects which are Protestants may have arms for their defense suitable to their conditions and as allowed by law; [8]...election of members of Parliament ought to be free [9]..the freedom of speech and debates or proceedings in Parliament ought not to be impeached or questioned in any court or place out of Parliament; [10] ...excessive bail ought not to be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted — excerpt from the 13 rights listed in the English Bill of Rights, 1689 (2.01) Based on the excerpt above, which of the rights below was NOT guaranteed to English citizens under the English Bill of Rights? The right to freedom of religion The right to petition the government Protection from cruel or unusual punishments The right to bear arms for defense
The right to freedom of religion
This Constitution, and the Laws of the United States which shall be made in Pursuance thereof; and all Treaties made, or which shall be made, under the Authority of the United States, shall be the supreme Law of the Land; and the Judges in every State shall be bound thereby, anything in the Constitution or Laws of any State to the Contrary notwithstanding.[10] (2.06) The excerpt above is most likely from which of the famous constitutional clauses? The commerce clause The necessary and proper clause The supremacy clause The fugitive slave clause
The supremacy clause
Section 1. Legislative power. The legislative power of the State shall be vested in the General Assembly, which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives. Sec. 2. Number of Senators. The Senate shall be composed of 50 Senators, biennially chosen by ballot. Sec. 4. Number of Representatives. The House of Representatives shall be composed of 120 Representatives, biennially chosen by ballot. (2.08) Which of the following statements is NOT true about the structure of the N.C. General Assembly? There are 100 members of the Senate The House and Senate are both elected biennially (every two years) There are 50 members in the Senate. There are 120 members in the House of Representatives
There are 100 members of the Senate
(3.07) Based on the excerpt from USnews.com, what can you conclude about the legislative process in North Carolina? The General Assembly is powerless to stop Governor Cooper from vetoing legislation, even if they unanimously agrcc it should be law. The process is the exact same as the federal congrcss_ The governor, like the president. can be overridden by a 3/5ths vote in the legislature The process of creating state laws is completely different than that of the federal government. At the state level the governor makes decisions unilaterally. There is a similar system of checks and balances to the federal congress except a veto requires 3/5ths of a majority to override a veto.
There is a similar system of checks and balances to the federal congress except a veto requires 3/5ths of a majority to override a veto.
"In the name of God, Amen. We whose names are underwritten, the loyal subjects of our dread Sovereign Lord King James,... Having undertaken for the Glory of God and advancement of the Christian Faith and Honour of our King and Country, a Voyage to plant the First Colony in the Northern Parts of Virginia, do by these presents solemnly and mutually in the presence of God and one of another, Covenant (promise) and Combine ourselves together in a Civil Body Politic (government), for our better ordering and preservation and furtherance (betterment) of the ends aforesaid; and by virtue hereof to enact, constitute and frame such just and equal Laws, Ordinances, Acts, Constitutions and Offices from time to time, as shall be thought most meet and convenient for the general good of the Colony, unto which we promise all due submission and obedience." — Mayflower Compact, 1620 (2.01) Based on the excerpt provided above, what was the primary purpose of the Mayflower Compact? To ask the king for permission to land in Virginia and create a royal colony To create an independent country that would remain loyal to the Church of England To unite the colony and provide equal justice for all members in order to improve their chances of success To organize a representative government for the colony that will have a voice in parliament
To unite the colony and provide equal justice for all members in order to improve their chances of success
"l may not agree with what you have to say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." (2.01) The quote above is most likely from which of the following Enlightenment thinkers? Baron dc Montesquieu Voltaire John Locke Jacques Rousseau
Voltaire
(1.06) Which of the following would be an example of a push factor for immigration? Individual rights Religious freedom Job opportunities War & famine
War & famine
(1.05) The Chinese Exclusion Act, the Emergency Quota Act of 1921, and the birth of the American/Know Nothing Party are all historical examples of which of the following concepts? Acculturation Assimilation The Bracero Program Xenophobia
Xenophobia
Selective Service wants young men to register.. . If a draft is ever needed, it must be as fair as possible, and that fairness depends on having as many eligible men as possible registered. In the event of a draft, for every man who fails to register, another man would be required to take his place in service to his country. "Benefits and Penalties," Selective Service System (1.07) Based on the text, why are American men obligated to register for the Selective Service? because they are often needed to help rebuild communities following a natural disaster because the U.S. Census Bureau needs the information for tax and employment purposes because the government needs an equitable process for acquiring troops when the military lacks sufficient members because women are not allowed to serve in the U.S. armed forces
because the government needs an equitable process for acquiring troops when the military lacks sufficient members
