Constitutional Self-Assessment Questions - Level 2
Explore a set of self-assessment questions aligned with E.O.C. content objectives and test guidelines regarding the Constitution, citizens, and legal principles. Test your knowledge on concepts such as amendments, original jurisdiction, and legal terms in this interactive assessment.
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Level 2-Unit Three Self-Assessment Revised, May 2016 We The People, The Citizen and The Constitution All questions within this assessment have been aligned with E.O.C. content objectives and test guidelines, and matched with the levels of D.O.K. Click here to start.
Instructions Read each question carefully, consider what the question is asking you to do. Some of the questions will ask you to match facts, others to read and interpret data or quotes. Read all four choices completely, then select the best answer by moving the cursor over the selection box until you see a hand If you give an incorrect response the assessment will ask you to return to the question. To do this, move the cursor over the selection box until you see a hand, then click. Click here to go to the first question.
1. Which phrase best identifies the purpose of an amendment A. The revision of an idea submitted by a lobbyist B. An idea for a law submitted by a member of congress C. A change in or addition to a legal document D. The re-writing of state constitutions every seven years
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2. Which example best illustrates the principle of original jurisdiction? A. The legal authority of a court to hear a case first B. The legal authority of a court to decide where a case will be tried C. The legal authority of a court to decide if they wish to hear a court D. The legal authority of the Supreme Court to hear any case
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3. After the fact, especially a law that makes punishable as a crime an act that was done before the passing of the law and that was innocent when done. Barrons Identify the term which best reflects the above quote. A. ex post facto B. bill of attainder C. judicial review D. jurisdiction
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4. Which statement best describes the constitutional concept of advice and consent? A. Senate authority to review treaties and major presidential appointments B. The authority of the Supreme Court to review bills C. Senate and House authority to review treaties and presidential appointments D. Supreme Court authority to determine the constitutionality of Senate bills
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5. A union of states under a central government distinct from that of the separate states, who retain certain individual powers under the central government. The Free dictionary What term best summarize the above definition? A. Republic B. separation of powers C. federalism D. Checks and balances
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6. Which example best demonstrates a constitutional government? A. The rule of law is present but changing B. The rule of law is determined by congress C. The constitution must be in written form D. Places limits on the power of elected officials
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7. Which term is exclusively associated with the delegates to the Philadelphia Convention of 1787 ? A. Loyalists B. Patriots C. Framers D. Sons of Liberty
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8. " Each state having equal voting strength, or proportional representation with each state's representation based on the size of its population. American History Dictionary Read and analyze the above definition and identify the most correct term. A. Articles of confederation B. equal representation C. states rights D. Three-Fifths clause
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9. Identify, which phrase best, explains the original intent of the Philadelphia Convention. A. To improve the Articles of Confederation B. To create a new constitution C. Force the states to accept the powers of the federal government D. Rewrite the Articles of Confederation to force each state to fund the national government
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10. Proportional representation is a democratic system which aims to represent the will of the population in the legislature by proportional support. The goal of proportional representation is to more accurately reflect the political inclinations of the population. Wisegeek.com Based on the above definition, what is the purpose of proportional representation? A. To better represent the political, social, and economic view in the legislature B. To ensure the political will of one district is implemented C. To reflect the political views, and ensure passage of laws to benefit a state D. To ensure the smaller states equal representation.
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11. Identify, which phrase best, describes the Great Compromise. A. A bicameral congress holding the powers as outlined in the Articles of Confederation B. A bicameral congress, whereby representation would be based on the states population C. The will of the majority within each state determines the number of representatives and senators. D. A bicameral congress, the House based on state population, the Senate, representation would be equal for each state
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12. Identify the statement that best defines a tariff. A. A tax or duty on imported or exported goods B. A tax or duty on goods moving between the states C. A tax placed on goods manufactured within the states by the federal government D. A tax used by the states against foreign governments to protect goods manufactured within their state
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13. Identify the constitutional function of the Electoral College. A. Determines who will represent each political party in a national election B. Determines who will become president in case of a tie C. Represents the popular vote after a presidential election D. Votes for the president and vice president
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14. Choose the best example of a bill of attainder. A. The president signed a bill that would make entering this country illegal. All individuals caught would be tried and deported if necessary B. The president signed a bill, which would make entering this country illegally, a federal crime. All individuals caught would be sent to prison without a trial. C. Congress passed a bill, which would make entering this country illegally, a federal crime. All individuals caught would be immediately tried. D. The president has asked Congress to pass a bill, which would make entering this country illegally, a federal crime. All individuals caught would be provided an attorney for the deportation hearing.
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15. Which phrase best summarizes the New Jersey Plan? A. A unicameral legislature based upon each state s population B. A unicameral legislature with each state having equal representation C. A unicameral legislature having veto power D. A unicameral legislature
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16. Which phrase best illustrates enumerated powers within the Constitution? A. Powers specifically listed and given to the federal government B. Powers specifically listed and given to the federal and state governments C. Powers specifically listed and given to the state governments D. Powers that allow the federal government to add new powers
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