Political Science

Which Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects Civil Rights?

14th Amendment

According to the constitution, to be eligible for the presidency a candidate must:

Be at least 35 years old

Why did the colonists fight the British?

Because they didn't have self-government and because of high taxes

Generally speaking, American citizens have the right to vote once they:

Become 18 years old

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are known as the:

Bill of Rights

Which of the following stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

Checks and Balances

Which of the following can be simply defined as the right to be treated equally?

Civil Rights

Powers of Congress that are specifically mentioned in the U.S. Constitution are referred to as:

Enumerated Powers

Which of the following is NOT one of the roles played by interest groups in American politics?

Nominate candidates to run for public office.

In order for a bill to become a law it must:

Pass both the House and the Senate.

Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning the 1st Amendment's right to freedom of expression?

People have the right to burn the American flag.

Each member of the U.S. House of Representatives is supposed to:

Represent the congressional district where they are elected

Which of the following is responsible for carrying out the laws?

The Executive Branch (President)

Which of the following is responsible for interpreting the laws?

The Judicial Branch (Supreme Court)

Which of the following branches of government has the "Power of the Purse" (i.e. responsible for the money)?

The Legislative Branch (Congress)

Which of the following branches of government has the power of oversight?

The Legislative Branch (Congress)

Which of the following is responsible for making laws?

The Legislative Branch (Congress)

Which of the following statements is FALSE concerning defendant rights protected by the U.S. Constitution?

The government can search your private property whenever they want.

Which of the following statements is TRUE about the President of the United States?

The president is limited to two terms of office.

Which of the following is NOT considered a power of the federal government?

To regulate marriage