Civics and Economics - 2013 Released Test Questions
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Which statement best expresses the principle of "consent of the governed"?
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Why have only 27 amendments been added to the Constitution of the United States in more than 200 years?
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The process of adding amendments is very complex.
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The courts strike down many amendments.
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National laws limit the number of amendments.
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Changes in society are too small to require amendments.
This phrase best refers to the--
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failed policies made by foreign officials
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grievances in the Declaration of Independence
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national problems caused by outdated laws
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weaknesses within the Articles of Confederation
A citizen can help ensure the rights of an accused person by-
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serving in the military
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paying an income tax
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serving on a jury
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obeying the state law
Why is community service important in a democratic nation?
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It helps businesses find and train new employees.
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It addresses local needs and serves the public good.
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It lowers unemployment by giving jobs to volunteers.
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It removes the national government's duty to improve society
Which phrase completes this diagram?
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state population
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the number of political districts
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voter registration
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the number of state senators
This action is one way the president can influence -
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judicial review
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foreign affairs
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international trade
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national policies
Which branch of government has the power to declare Virginia laws unconstitutional?
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State judicial branch
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Federal executive branch
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State executive branch
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Federal legislative branch
Which executive power is being demonstrated in this drawing?
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Power to influence legislation
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Ability to veto legislation
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Power to approve cabinet members
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Ability to change judicial decisions
In which court case did the United States Supreme Court establish the power of judicial review?
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Dred Scott v. Sandford
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Brown v. Board of Education
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Marbury v. Madison
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Plessy v. Ferguson
The local government in Virginia most likely created this law in order to-
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promote public health
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support federal laws
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protect consumer rights
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regulate land use
The principle of federalism gives governmental power to -
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the county and local governments
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a strong confederate government
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the national and state governments
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powerful state government
The powers of local Virginia governments are granted directly by the--
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Virginia Circuit Court
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Constitution of Virginia
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United States Attorney General
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Constitution of the United States
Which meeting would a person attend to hear only legislation concerning the local county?
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8 A.M.
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9 A.M
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10 A.M.
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11 A.M.
In a criminal case, a jury determines -
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how much money one person needs to pay another person
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whether someone is guilty of breaking the law
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the best way to settle a disagreement between two people
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whether a person's plea deal can be accepted
Which person is eligible to register to vote in the state of Virginia?
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Alyssa
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Ranjan
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Carla
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Rick
How are implied powers most often used by the United States Congress?
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To help carry out expressed powers
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To force the executive branch to sign new legislation
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To encourage citizens to vote
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To give the government veto powers
Which power is a responsibility of the Virginia General Assembly?
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Exercises judicial review
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Approves the state budget
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Regulates the economy
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Administers state bureaucracy
Which action is an example of political lobbying?
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The governor gives special advice to legislative members.
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A mayoral candidate holds a campaign rally for registered voters
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The local newspaper exposes corrupt practices in election campaigns.
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A health group asks legislators to pass tougher antipollution laws.
From this information, it can best be concluded that the news media -
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showed little favoritism between political parties
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displayed a positive bias to the candidate from Party X
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showed negative bias toward both political parties
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gave more positive coverage to the candidate from Party Y
Which amendment led to this decision?
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5th
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8th
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13th
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16th
According to this table, what will happen if the price of a slice of pizza decreases from $2.50 to $1.00?
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Customers will not buy as much pizza.
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Profits of pizza makers will increase.
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There will not be enough pizza produced.
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The cost of producing pizzas will rise.
What is the best title for this list?
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Characteristics That Employers Seek
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National Requirements for All Jobs
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Personal Training Courses Offered by the Federal Government
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Outdated Skills Due to Technological Advancements
Which pair of economic systems best completes this diagram?
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Mixed - Traditional
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Command - Traditional
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Mixed - Free Market
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Free Market - Command
Which term best describes the message on this poster?
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Insurance
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Deposit
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Investment
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Guarantee
Which characteristics would make a job seeker in computer programming most desirable?
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A person who recently earned a high school diploma but has no work experience
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A person who earned a 2-year associate's degree in general business but has no work experience
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A person with a 4-year bachelor's degree and programming experience
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A person with a doctoral degree in economics and management experience
Which term completes this economic flow?
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Taxes
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Income
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Savings
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Investment
Which is an example of a proprietorship?
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Edward owns a restaurant. He is responsible for all of the restaurant's debts.
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Roberta owns stock in a steel company. She receives a portion of the company's profits.
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Juan and Phillip own a bookstore. They are both responsible for the bookstore's debts.
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Janet and Miriam own a flower shop. They share equally in the shop's profits.
This headline describes a case involving -
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civil rights
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property rights
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employee rights
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consumer rights
Which is the best action the government can take to increase the amount of funds
available for businesses?
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Borrow money
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Lower taxes
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Balance the budget
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Reduce consumer demand
This agreement is an example of how the United States takes part in a -
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regulatory organization
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military agreement
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global economy
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financial agreement
Which action represents a way the federal government can promote business competition?
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Punishing polluters
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Regulating investors
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Enforcing tariffs
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Prohibiting monopolies
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