Civics EOC Study Guide

Directions: As you are reviewing throughout the units, complete the graphic organizers and answer the practice questions
to help you out. This covers the very basics of the course and this guide is to be used in ADDITION to whatever review
lessons has planned out. PART 1 (PG 1-26) DUE MAY 3, PART 2 (PG 27-52) DUE MAY 13

Standard: SS.7.C.1.1. Recognize how Enlightenment ideas including Montesquieu's view of separation of power and John
Locke's theories related to natural law and how Locke's social contract influenced the Founding Fathers.

Terms/People to Know Definition/Description in Your Own Words

Enlightenment

Montesquieu & Separation of The idea of separating powers and creating diverse roles in order to maintain and make
Powers sure that everybody is equal in power.

Locke & Natural Laws The idea that

Locke & Social Contract The idea that citizens give up some of their rights to the government in order for their
other rights to be protected.

Practice Questions:

●​ Legislative
●​ Executive
●​ Judicial

1.​ Which Enlightenment idea is represented by the idea expressed above? (Low)
a.​ Separation of Powers
b.​ Checks and Balances
c.​ Social Contract
d.​ Natural Law

The newspaper headline below describes an event. (High)

“10,000 People Rally in front of the White House Protesting the War in Iraq”

2.​ Which Enlightenment idea is represented by the headline?

a.​ Popular sovereignty
b.​ Social contract
c.​ Majority rule
d.​ Natural Law

3.​ “Approval Ratings for President Reaches Record High!” Which Enlightenment idea is represented by the headline?
(Moderate)
a.​ Separation of powers
b.​ Checks and balances
c.​ Social contract
d.​ Natural Law

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Standard: SS.7.C.1.2 Trace the impact that the Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights, Mayflower Compact, and Thomas
Paine's "Common Sense" had on colonists' views of government.

Terms/People to Know Importance/Description in Your Own Words

Magna Carta

English Bill of Rights

Mayflower Compact

Thomas Paine’s
“Common Sense”

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which colonial document established the idea of direct democracy? (Low)
a.​ Magna Carta
b.​ Mayflower Compact
c.​ English Bill of Rights
d.​ Articles of Confederation

2.​ What was the direct impact of Thomas Paine’s Common Sense? (Moderate)
a.​ It generated support for the Declaration of Independence
b.​ It convinced the states to finally ratify the Constitution
c.​ It inspired the writing of the Articles of Confederation
d.​ It influenced the writing of the Mayflower Compact

3.​ What impact has the Mayflower Compact had on modern understanding of the purpose of government in the United
States? (High)
a.​ The government should protect the property of influential citizens
b.​ The government should provide equal protection under the law
c.​ The government should advance the goals of the elite
d.​ The government should establish religious unity

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Standard: SS.7.C.1.3 Describe how English policies and responses to colonial concerns led to the writing of the
Declaration of Independence.

Event Leading to Description & Response from Colonists

Declaration of
Independence
Sugar Act British taxed sugar -

Currency Act

Stamp Act Papers were taxed so people ad to pay for expense and stamp to show taxes had been paid

Quartering Act Soldiers were allowed to stay in people’s homes and were first priority

Townshend Act the british taxed most basic utilities in order to pay expenses

Boston Massacre Propaganda

Tea Act The british taxed tea on the american colonies - Lead to boston Tea Party

Practice Questions:

1.​ Why did many colonists believe that a series of British policies was unfair? (Low)
a.​ The colonists believed that Parliament designed the policies to create conflict amongst colonists
b.​ The colonists believed that Parliament unequally enforced policies throughout the colonies
c.​ The colonists viewed the policies as limiting their ability to travel
d.​ The colonists viewed the policies as a violation of their rights

2.​ What was the effect of the English policy that gave British officials the right to search, with cause, warehouses and ships
belonging to colonists? (Moderate)
a.​ Colonists supported the policy as necessary to discourage taxes on goods
b.​ Colonists protest the policy as an abuse of their individual rights
c.​ Parliament passed additional policies to protect the colonists’ property from seizure
d.​ Parliament enforced the policies as a method to provide for defense of the colonists

The passage below is from a historical document.

Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, --- That whenever any Form
of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and institute new
Government. …

3.​ Based on the passage, what conclusion can be drawn about this colonial view of the English government? (High)
a.​ Few colonists wanted to break economic ties with the English government
b.​ Few colonists wanted to reform the English government
c.​ Many colonists wanted to dissolve ties with the English government
d.​ Many colonists wanted to deceive the English government

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Standard: SS.7.C.1.4 Analyze the ideas (natural rights, role of the government) and complaints set forth in the
Declaration of Independence.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ What is the preamble? - The introduction to the U.S constitution

2.​ What is the overall message of the Declaration of Independence? - All men are equal and have rights that can’t be
taken away

3.​ What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence? -

Practice Questions:

1.​ What was one of the grievances discussed in the Declaration of Independence? (Low)
a.​ Making wealthy merchants pay higher taxes
b.​ Denying colonists the right to trial by jury
c.​ Subjecting colonists to cruel punishment
d.​ Showing favoritism to certain colonies

Below is an amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but
in a manner to be prescribed by law.

2.​ Which colonial complaint from the Declaration of Independence does this amendment reflect? (Moderate)
a.​ The King required the colonists to provide food and shelter for the British military
b.​ The King required the colonists to register for selective service in the British military
c.​ The King required the colonists to provide protection from the Native Americans
d.​ The King required the colonists to pay taxes on domestic and imported goods

The passage below is from a historical document.

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 …

3.​ Based on this passage, what is the purpose of the government? (High)
a.​ Keep criminals in federal prisons
b.​ Protect the rights of individuals
c.​ Provide property to individuals
d.​ Give rights to citizens

Standard: SS.7.C.1.5 Identify how the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation led to the writing of the Constitution.

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Question to Consider:

1.​ What is meant by the phrase a ‘firm league of friendship’? How does this summarize the problems with the Articles
of Confederation? - The states need to work together and build relationships in order to create a stable and equal
ruling.

2.​ List the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation. - could not tax, had no national defense, hard to change
amendments, powers all to states and none to the federal government.

3.​ What did the Founding Fathers do at the Constitutional Convention? How did the Articles of Confederation lead to
the Constitutional Convention? - They realized that they had been too afraid of the british ruling and made
everything so secure that the central government had no power. They then had a meeting where they changed these
rules into creating a strong central government, but states still had some power.

Practice Questions:

1.​ What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation? (Low)

a.​ Bankers had too much power over the economy
b.​ The states had no power to govern themselves
c.​ Farmers had too much power over legislation
d.​ Congress had no power to tax the states

2.​ Which description identifies a weakness of the Articles of Confederation? (Moderate)

a.​ The government gave too much power to the central government
b.​ The government gave too much power to the states
c.​ The government solved only national problems
d.​ The government solved only state problems

3.​ What sort of government was established by the Articles of Confederation? (High)
a.​ A union in which some states had more power than others
b.​ A loose association of states
c.​ A firm union of states
d.​ A federal arrangement with a strong central government

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Standard: SS.7.C.1.6 Interpret the intentions of the Preamble of the Constitution.

Question to Consider:

1.​ State the significance of the Preamble of the Constitution. - Helps as an introduction to the document and tells the
basic purposes of government. Provides a short paragraph that the rest of the Constitution covers in more depth.

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which part of the U.S. Constitution states the six purposes of government? (Low)
a.​ Bill of Rights
b.​ Article IV
c.​ Preamble
d.​ Article I

2.​ In the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, what is the meaning of the phrase: “We the People”? (Moderate)
a.​ The people express their will through political parties
b.​ The people express their will by directly creating laws
c.​ Government receives taxes from the people and exists to support them
d.​ Government receives its power from the people and exists to serve them

The statement below is from a historical document.

We the People of the United States … do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America
Source: Library of Congress

3.​ How is this statement reflected in the modern American political system? (High)
a.​ Voters elect Congress members
b.​ The Electoral College elects Congress
c.​ Congress enforces policies
d.​ The President of the United States enacts policies

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Standard: SS.7.C.1.7 Describe how the Constitution limits the powers of government through separation of powers and
checks and balances.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ What is the difference between separation of powers and checks and balances? - Separation of powers separates the
government into different and important roles while checks and balances help maintain that they don’t have too
much power and they don’t abuse that power.

2.​ Give at least two examples of separation of powers in the Constitution. - 3 branches of government and the House of
representatives + Senate

3.​ Give at least two examples of checks and balances in the Constitution. Congress can impeach the president and
Congress can override the president’s veto

4.​ Define the term ‘constitutional government’. - Government that uses the constitution as a lead

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which of the following is an example of a check? (Low)

a.​ The executive branch is responsible for enforcing laws
b.​ The legislative branch consists of two Houses, the House of Representatives and the Senate
c.​ The Supreme Court is the highest law in the land
d.​ Congress can impeach a president

2.​ A bill is passed by both the House and Senate. The bill is then submitted to the President. Which is not an option for
the President? (Moderate)
a.​ Let the bill die in committee
b.​ Sign the bill and it becomes a law
c.​ Veto the bill and inform Congress of the reasons for the veto
d.​ Not sign the bill, and after 10 days, if Congress is not in session, the bill dies

3.​ Which principle supports President Eisenhower’s action to uphold the Supreme Court’s decision that public schools
should be integrated? (High)
a.​ Judicial review
b.​ Checks and balances
c.​ Separation of powers
d.​ Constitutional government

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Standard: SS.7.C.1.8 Explain the viewpoints of the Federalists and the Anti-Federalists regarding the ratification of the
Constitution and inclusion of a bill of rights.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Why did the Founding Fathers face difficulties in ratifying the Constitution? - Many people believed the U.S
Constitution would take away the citizen’s rights

2.​ What is the argument for the Federalists? To support the Constitution and allow a central government

3.​ What is the argument for the Anti-Federalists? To add a Bill of Rights and to not allow the ratification of the
Constitution

Practice Questions:

1.​ What was the Anti-Federalists’ greatest concern about ratifying the U.S. Constitution? (Low)
a.​ The lack of a federal court system
b.​ The lack of legislative veto power
c.​ The lack of a strong military
d.​ The lack of a bill of rights

2.​ Which statement supports the Anti-Federalists in the struggle over the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?
(Moderate)
a.​ The Constitution should limit state government
b.​ The Constitution should protect fundamental rights
c.​ The Constitution should create a strong national government
d.​ The Constitution should prevent the election of amateur politicians

The passage below was written by James Madison in 1787.

Extend the sphere, and you take in a greater variety of parties and interests; you make it less probable that a majority
of the whole will have a common motive to invade the rights of other citizens; …
Source: Federalist Paper #10

3.​ Based on this passage, what change in modern political society would Madison support? (High)
a.​ Expanding the size of the Cabinet
b.​ Expanding the size of the Electoral College
c.​ Expanding the number of candidates in campaigns
d.​ Expanding the role of special interest groups in campaigns

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.1 Define the term "citizen," and identify legal means of becoming a United States citizen.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Define the term citizen.

2.​ List all the different ways people can become citizens in the U.S. - Naturalization, law of blood, law of soil

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which is a requirement of a person to become a naturalized U.S. citizen? (Low)

a.​ Passing a U.S. history and government exam
b.​ Working in the U.S. for at least five years
c.​ Being born to American parents
d.​ Serving in the military

The events below describe the use of a government document.

Laura was born in France and lived in France until she immigrated to the U.S. at age 21. At age 25, Laura visited
Morocco on vacation.
2.​ Why did Laura use a U.S. passport to travel? (Moderate)
a.​ Laura was a resident alien of the U.S.
b.​ Laura was a resident national of the U.S.
c.​ Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of soil
d.​ Laura was a U.S. citizen by the law of blood

The table below describes permanent resident status.

Year Number of Persons Obtaining Permanent Resident Status in the U.S.

2005 1,122,257
2007 1,052,415
2009 1,130,818
2011 1,062,040

3.​ Based on the table, what could be predicted about the impact of permanent residents on government? (High)
a.​ The number of persons seeking citizenship by law of soil would decline
b.​ The number of persons seeking citizenship by law of blood would increase
c.​ The number of persons seeking naturalization would be affected by elections for Congress
d.​ The number of persons seeking naturalization would be affected by elections for governor

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.2 Evaluate the obligations citizens have to obey laws, pay taxes, defend the nation, and serve on
juries.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ What is an obligation? - Something u must do

2.​ What is a responsibility? - Something you don’t have to do, but better if you did

3.​ Out of the following phrases: obeying laws, paying taxes, defending the nation, serving on juries, which are
obligations and which are responsibilities? Obligations: obeying laws, paying taxes, serving on juries Responsibilities:
defending the nation

Practice Questions:

1.​ What rights do citizens have? (Low)

a.​ Attending public schools
b.​ Owning property
c.​ Holding a job
d.​ Voting

2.​ Which example is NOT a responsibility of citizenship? (Moderate)

a.​ Volunteering in the community
b.​ Attending civic meetings
c.​ Voting in elections
d.​ Paying taxes

A citizen received the notification in the mail below.

3.​ What civic responsibility does this notification represent? (High)

a.​ Getting a driver’s license
b.​ Appearing for jury duty
c.​ Paying income tax
d.​ Registering to vote

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.3 Experience the responsibilities of citizens at the local, state, or federal levels.

Question to consider:

1.​ List at least three examples of responsibilities of citizens. - Volunteering, voting, serving on jury

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which type of service project would help promote common good? (Low)
a.​ Planning a neighborhood recycling program
b.​ Participating in a neighborhood party
c.​ Completing homework on time
d.​ Visiting public libraries

The illustration below shows a legal document.

2.​ Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents? (Moderate)

a.​ To guarantee court hearings remain public
b.​ To guarantee courts provide probable cause
c.​ To protect the constitutional right to be tried by one’s peers
d.​ To protect the constitutional right to confront one’s accuser

The image below describes a citizen obligation.

3.​ Based on this image, what can be presumed about citizenship obligations? (High)
a.​ Citizens support attending civic meetings
b.​ Citizens support securing individual rights
c.​ Citizens resist registering for selective service
d.​ Citizens resist contributing to the common good

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.4 Evaluate rights contained in the Bill of Rights and other amendments to the Constitution.

Bill of Rights Definition & Key Phrases from Each in Your Own Words
Amendments
1

10

Practice Questions:
1.​ Which three rights are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights? (Low)
a.​ Freedom of speech, right to work, right to petition the government
b.​ Right to bear arms, right to a speedy trial, right to an education
c.​ Freedom of speech, right to bear arms, right to a speedy trial
d.​ Right to vote, right to work, right to a speedy trial

2.​ Why does the U.S. Supreme Court continue to debate the constitutionality of the death penalty? (Moderate)
a.​ Citizens are protected from unreasonable search and seizure
b.​ Citizens are protected from cruel and unusual punishment
c.​ Citizens are protected against double jeopardy
d.​ Citizens are protected against unfair trials

The statement below was made by President Eisenhower upon signing Public Law 396 in 1954 which added “under God” to the
Pledge of Allegiance.

To anyone who truly loves America, nothing could be more inspiring than to contemplate this rededication of our youth, on each
school morning to our country’s true meaning.
Source: Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum

3.​ Which First Amendment protections have been cited in opposition to this change? (High)
a.​ Establishment and free exercise
b.​ Establishment and association
c.​ Speech and free exercise
d.​ Association and speech

SS.7.C.2.5. Distinguish how the Constitution safeguards and limits individual rights.

Questions to Consider:
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For each of the situations below, determine which amendment is being referred to or being violated.

1.​ You give a speech against the war in Iraq. - 1

2.​ Your uncle keeps a rifle for deer hunting in his garage. - 2
3.​ A national guardsman asks to stay at your house for a week and you tell him “no”. - 3
4.​ A man is found not guilty but then writes a book explaining how committed the crime. -
5.​ The police get a judge to sign a warrant to search someone’s home. - 4
6.​ Mark was sentenced to 80 years for running a stop-light on the Florida county line. - 8
7.​ Zoey was arrested and could not afford an attorney because she was fired from Starbucks for poor performance.- 6
8.​ The state of Florida wants to pass a law requiring all students to pass history class with a B- or better to get a high
school diploma. -
9.​ The Governor of Florida tells a newspaper company that they cannot publish an article about him because it makes
him look bad. - 1

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which right is NOT mentioned in the U.S. Constitution? (Low)

a.​ Petition the government
b.​ Due process of law
c.​ Trial by jury
d.​ Privacy

2.​ Ben was prosecuted and convicted in state court for speaking out publicly against the governor. During his trial, he
was denied the counsel of a lawyer. Two years later, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned his conviction, explaining
that the state had not guaranteed Ben’s constitutional rights. Which amendments apply to this case? (Moderate)
a.​ Amendment I (free speech) and Amendment VI (due process)
b.​ Amendment I (free press) and Amendment IV (search and seizure)
c.​ Amendment IX (unenumerated rights) and Amendment VI (due process)
d.​ Amendment IX (unenumerated rights) and Amendment IV (search and seizure)

3.​ Anne Tracy works as a journalist for The Daily Mouth. She wrote a story about how Senator Jones cheated on a law
school exam. She interviewed witnesses who saw the senator cheating. The story ran on the front page. Senator
Jones denied the charges. Then he resigned from office. He plans to sue The Daily Mouth for damages. Under what
circumstances could he sue the paper and win his lawsuit? (Hard)
a.​ He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved that Tracy had a grudge against him
b.​ He could sue the paper for libel and could win the case if he proved that Tracy had a grudge against him
c.​ He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved the accusations were untrue and his
reputation was hurt
d.​ He could sue the paper for slander and could win the case if he proved that the accusations were untrue and
his reputation was hurt

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.6 Simulate the trial process and role of juries in the administration of justice.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ List the steps in a trial - Opening statement, presentation of evidence, closing statement, jury deliberation, verdict

2.​ What is a jury? What is a juror’s role? -

3.​ Which amendment grants American citizens the right to trial by jury? Why did the Founding Fathers want to add this
to the Bill of Rights? - 7;

Practice Questions:

The trial process is listed as follows: (1) Opening Statements, (2) Presentation of Evidence, (3) Closing Statement, (4) Jury
Deliberation, (5)?

1.​ Which option completes the trial process? (Low)

a.​ Cross examination
b.​ Jury instructions
c.​ Investigation
d.​ Verdict

2.​ What powers are held by both the Florida Supreme Court and the U.S. Supreme Court? (Moderate)
a.​ Both courts may issue writs of habeas corpus
b.​ Both courts may issue writs of mandamus
c.​ Neither court hears equal protection cases
d.​ Neither court hears death penalty cases

The passage below describes a U.S. Supreme Court decision

In 1940, the Texas Democratic Party refused to give an African American man a ballot to select candidates to run
for Congress and governor. In finding this action unconstitutional “… this Court is not constrained to follow a
previous decision which…, involves the application of a constitutional principle, rather than an interpretation of
the Constitution to evolve the principle itself.”

Source: Smith v. Allwright (1944)

3.​ What does this court decision illustrate? (Hard)
a.​ The court has the power to accept appeals cases
b.​ The court has the power of judicial review
c.​ The court is a district court
d.​ The court is a trial court

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.7 Conduct a mock election to demonstrate the voting process and its impact on a school, community,
or local level.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ State the requirements to run for the following offices:

a.​ President
i.​ 35, US born citizen, resident for 14 years
b.​ Senator
30 years of age, citizen of USA, resident for 9 years

c.​ House Representative

25 years of age, resident for 4 years, live in the state they are representing

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which is a constitutional requirement to run for Congress? (Low)

a.​ U.S. permanent resident
b.​ At least 25 years old
c.​ At least 30 years old
d.​ U.S. citizen

2.​ After serving as a U.S. Senator, Laura decided to run for governor of Florida. Liz, Laura’s opponent, claims in court
that Laura is not qualified to run. A judge rules in Liz’s favor. What was the basis for the lawsuit? (Moderate)
a.​ Laura has never owned land in Florida
b.​ Laura is not a Florida resident
c.​ Laura is not yet 40 years old
d.​ Laura has never voted

Consider the statement below

Doug is pro-immigration! Doug is pro-military! Vote for Doug

3.​ Based on the statement, what conclusion can be drawn about the candidate? (High)
a.​ Doug is running for judge
b.​ Doug is running for mayor
c.​ Doug is running for president
d.​ Doug is running for city council

Standard: SS.7.C.2.8 Identify America’s current political parties, and illustrate their ideas about government.

Democrat Beliefs Republican Beliefs

That the federal government should take a more active That the federal government should take a less active role
role in people’s lives, especially those in need. Democrats in people’s lives and that individuals can take care of
sometimes support raising taxes and government themselves without government help. They sometimes
spending to pay for social programs that can help those also support lowering taxes and government spending,
people in need. although they do support increased spending for national
defense.

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Question to Consider:

1.​ What is the core reason as to why political parties disagree? - They have different beliefs

2.​ What other political parties are there and are they left or right leaning?

Environmental and libertarian

Practice Questions:

1.​ What are the names of the two major political parties in the United States today? (Low)
a.​ Democratic and Republican
b.​ Democratic and Libertarian
c.​ Socialist and Republican
d.​ Socialist and Libertarian

2.​ How do modern Democrats and Republicans view taxation? (Moderate)

a.​ Democrats tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Republicans
b.​ Republicans tend to favor tax increases to support new social programs more than Democrats
c.​ Democrats tend to favor tax decreases, while Republicans tend to favor keeping tax rates the same
d.​ Republicans tend to favor tax increases, while Democrats tend to favor keeping tax rates the same

Year Number of Democratic Governors Number of Republican Governors

2013 19 30
2011 20 29
2009 26 24
2007 29 21
3.​ Based on the table above, what has been the impact of political parties on policy making? (High)
a.​ More Republican issue positions have shaped federal policy
b.​ More Democratic issue positions have shaped federal policy
c.​ The number of Democrats nominated for governor increased
d.​ The number of Republicans nominated for governor increased

Standard: SS.7.C.2.9 Evaluate candidates for political office by analyzing their qualifications, experience, issue-based
platforms, debates, and political ads.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Why is it important to compare political candidates? - It can show which person is more qualified and fair

2.​ What things should you judge a political candidate on? - Experience,

Practice Questions:
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1.​ According to the information on the posters, what is one reason Petra could be considered more qualified than
Aleksi to be elected to the U.S. Senate? (Low)
a.​ Her business experience
b.​ Her educational experience
c.​ Her political experience
d.​ Her lobbyist experience

2.​ “Richards Wins Election Against All Odds” Why might this have been a difficult election for Richards to win?
(Moderate)
a.​ Richards is a homeowner
b.​ Richards is a party leader
c.​ Richards has less political experience than his opponent
d.​ Richards has less employment than his opponent

3.​ According to the information on the posters, which individual would more likely vote for Aleski Alho? (High)
a.​ A voter concerned about leadership experience
b.​ A voter concerned about women’s rights
c.​ A voter concerned about protecting the rights of the accused
d.​ A voter concerned about rising unemployment in the state

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.10 Examine the impact of media, individuals, and interest groups on monitoring and influencing
government.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ What are lobbyists and interest groups? - Groups that are in search of influencing political parties and elected
officials

2.​ What role does the media play in political campaigns? - They can broadcast the event and also can favor one side of
the party by showing clips of negative things from the opposing side

3.​ Why is it important to have honest and accurate information? - So when you get

4.​ Why is it important to judge the validity of a source? - The source could be biased and could tell lies

Practice Questions:

1.​ Who do lobbyists represent in their attempts to influence the government? (Low)
a.​ Military officers
b.​ Elected officials
c.​ Interest groups
d.​ Circuit judges

2.​ Which example represents the media acting as a watchdog? (Moderate)

a.​ A journalist discovers that an office holder held a hearing
b.​ A journalist discovers that an office holder accepted a bribe
c.​ A journalist discovers than an office holder decided to retire
d.​ A journalist discovers that an office holder voted against a bill

3.​ James Madison wrote that “liberty is to faction what air is to fire.” After reading this, Jack points out that the
Founders would have wanted more restrictions on lobbyists, special-interest groups, and the media influencing the
government. What would be a good counter argument? (Hard)
a.​ Elected officials are better able to measure public opinion if there are no interfering factions
b.​ Lobbyists will balance one another in government influence if they are subject to fewer laws
c.​ Political ads, despite their biases, are best able to inform citizens when there are no regulations
d.​ The media, despite its biases, are best able to monitor the government when they are free

Standard: SS.7.C.2.11 Analyze media and political communications (bias, symbolism, propaganda).

Questions to Consider:

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1.​ Define the following CIVICS terms: Bias, symbolism, and propaganda.

For each of the statements below, determine whether it is an example of bias, symbolism, or propaganda.

2.​ Printing a negative article about a candidate because of personal issues with the candidate. - Bias
3.​ Using a picture of women working hard in factories to drum up support for the war. - Symbolism
4.​ Using the picture of Uncle Sam to represent the United States. - Propaganda

Practice Questions:

1.​ The picture on the right was displayed in 1947, at the beginning of the Cold War. How can the information on that post best be
categorized? (Low)
a.​ Advertisement
b.​ Entertainment
c.​ Factual
d.​ Propaganda

2.​ “… the news media seem to want to carry the negative.” A statement made by Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld in 2005.
What type of political communication is being referenced in the statement? (Moderate)
a.​ Bias
b.​ Persuasion
c.​ Propaganda
d.​ Symbolism

3.​ The picture on the left was displayed in 1876. What is the primary goal of this propaganda poster? (High)
a.​ To encourage people to move to government lands
b.​ To discourage people from moving to government lands
c.​ To discourage people to move to California
d.​ To discourage people from moving to California

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.12 Develop a plan to resolve a state or local problem by researching public policy alternatives,
identifying appropriate government agencies to address the issue, and determining a course of action.

Question to Consider:

Using the situation, write out two possible solutions to the problem and why they would work:

Tobacco use is on the rise in local middle schools. The school board wants to create a policy that will get rid of tobacco
use in schools. The superintendent, school board, principals, teachers, parents, and students are all concerned citizens
that have an interest in solving this problem. The superintendent, acting as the “government” for the schools in the
county, decides to hold a meeting and invite interested citizens to suggest solutions.

Practice Questions:

1.​ Who would a citizen contact about a problem with the city roads? (Low)
a.​ The county commissioner
b.​ The president
c.​ The governor
d.​ The mayor

The statement below is from a conversation about a public policy issue.

Peggy: People who receive state unemployment benefits should be required to perform community service.

Jeff: I disagree. People who are unemployed need the time to look for work.

2.​ What public policy solution would Peggy and Jeff likely support? (Moderate)
a.​ Increased background checks
b.​ Increased support payments
c.​ Expanded training programs
d.​ Expanded private assistance

3.​ Luisowns a small store in the downtown business district. He learned that at the next monthly council meeting, the
mayor will propose limiting the amount of time that people can park on the streets in the business district. Luis is
afraid that if the city council approves the proposal, his business will suffer. Which of the following should be Luis’s
final step in attempting to resolve this issue? (High)
a.​ Prepare a map of available downtown parking spaces
b.​ Present an alternative proposal at the next council meeting
c.​ Call council members with concerns about the proposed policy
d.​ Survey downtown businesses to determine their thoughts on the issue

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.13 Examine multiple perspectives on public and current issues.

Question to Consider:

For each of the situations below, determine both the perspectives.

a)​ Explain the overall beliefs for the Democratic and Republican parties regarding taxes and what they will use the taxes
for.

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which option represents a way that multiple perspectives are reflected in political participation? (Low)
a.​ Public meetings
b.​ Press conference
c.​ Legislative sessions
d.​ State of the Union Address

Below are two views for and against the increase of minimum wage.

●​ Small business owners will not be able to make profit if minimum wages are increased. We cannot afford to increase
minimum wage.
●​ An employee who works 40 hours a week and is paid minimum wage is still living below the poverty line. We must
increase the minimum wage.
2.​ Which conclusion can be drawn from the views? (Moderate)
a.​ Minimum wage changes impact both small business owners and employees
b.​ Minimum wage changes impact small-business owners more than employees
c.​ Minimum wage changes impact employees more than small-business owners
d.​ Minimum wage changes have little impact on employees or small-business owners

3.​ Fred is a homeowner interested in conserving the desert surrounding his home. Michelle is a nurse at the local
children’s hospital with three children of her own. Carlos is the owner of a medical supply company active in the local
running club. Gina is a community college student who will soon be transferring to the local university to complete
her degree. Which person would be most likely to vote “yes” to raise local taxes to pay for construction of a new
hospital? (High)
a.​ Fred, because he wants the vacant lot near him to be used for construction
b.​ Michelle, because the public funding would be split between two hospitals
c.​ Carlos, because he will profit from supplying the new business
d.​ Gina, because she will need to find work when she graduates

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Standard: SS.7.C.2.14 Conduct a service project to further the public good.

Question to Consider:

1.​ Why are service projects important? They help contribute to common good and help create a better and improved
society

Practice Questions:

1.​ What rights do citizens have? (Low)

a.​ Attending public schools
b.​ Owning property
c.​ Holding a job
d.​ Voting

2.​ Why are citizens obligated to respond to such documents? (Moderate)

a.​ To guarantee court hearing remain public
b.​ To guarantee courts provide probable cause
c.​ To protect the constitutional right to be tried by one’s peers
d.​ To protect the constitutional right to confront one’s accuser

3.​ Which example is NOT a responsibility of citizenship? (Moderate)

a.​ Volunteering in the community
b.​ Attending civic meetings
c.​ Voting in elections
d.​ Paying taxes

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.1 Compare different forms of government (direct democracy, representative democracy, socialism,
communism, monarchy, oligarchy, autocracy).

Type of Government How Many Definition in Your Own Words

People Rule
Direct Democracy A democracy where the people get to directly vote for rights

Representative (Indirect Democracy) A democracy where the people vote for representatives of the wanted rights

Socialism

Communism

Monarchy

Oligarchy

Autocracy

Dictatorship

Anarchy

Practice Questions:

1.​ What is the term for a type of government in which one person possesses unlimited power? (Low)
a.​ Socialism
b.​ Communism
c.​ Democracy
d.​ Autocracy

2.​ What do an absolute monarchy and an autocracy have in common? (Moderate)

a.​ A single ruler
b.​ A written constitution
c.​ A national court system
d.​ A single legislative house

3.​ Kayla sat in the meeting hall and listened to different candidates for her state’s open Senate seat. The candidates
debated about their positions on issues. When Election Day came along, she voted for the candidate she thought
would serve her community’s interests. What form of government does Kayla have? (High)
a.​ Direct democracy
b.​ Representative democracy
c.​ Oligarchy
d.​ Monarchy

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.2 Compare parliamentary, federal, confederal, and unitary systems of government.

System of Government Who has most of the power?

Parliamentary

Federal

Confederal

Unitary

Practice Questions:

1.​ Who has the most power in a unitary system? (Low)

a.​ Central government
b.​ Local government
c.​ State government
d.​ Regional government

2.​ What system of government was in place after the United States adopted the U.S. Constitution? (Moderate)
a.​ Confederal
b.​ Federal
c.​ Oligarchy
d.​ Parliamentary

“First Female British Prime Minister Dies”

3.​ What long term impact does the headline above reflect? (High)
a.​ Protection of equal property rights
b.​ Expansion of the right to privacy
c.​ Protection of due process rights
d.​ Expansion of the right to vote

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.3 Illustrate the structure and function (three branches of government established in Articles I, II, and III
with corresponding powers) of government in the United States as established in the Constitution.

Articles Which Branch of Government & What Powers are Given to this Branch?
I Legislative-

II Executive-

III Judicial-

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which branch of government reviews the constitutionality of laws? (Low)

a.​ Judicial
b.​ Executive
c.​ Legislative
d.​ Mr. Bautista
2.​ How are the responsibilities of legislative and executive branches of government different when it comes to treaties?
(Moderate)
a.​ U.S. Senate proposes treaties, the president carries out foreign treaties
b.​ U.S. Senate negotiates foreign treaties, the president approves treaties
c.​ U.S. Senate carries out foreign treaties, the president proposes treaties
d.​ U.S. Senate ratifies treaties, the president negotiates foreign treaties ​

The statement below is from a congressional document, July 27, 1974.

“Richard M. Nixon has acted in a manner contrary to his trust as President and subversive of constitutional government,
to the great prejudice of the cause of law and justice, and to the manifest injury of the people of the United States.”

Source: U.S. Representatives Committee on the Judiciary

3.​ How have similar statements influenced modern congressional actions? (High)
a.​ Presidential impeachment
b.​ Presidential nomination
c.​ Presidential election
d.​ Presidential veto

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.4 Identify the relationship and division of powers between the federal government and state
governments.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Define and give an example of the following terms: Federalism, Enumerated Powers, Delegated Powers, Reserved
Powers, Concurrent Powers.

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which constitutional provision forbids conflicts between state and federal governments? (Low)
a.​ Supremacy clause
b.​ Habeas corpus
c.​ Elastic clause
d.​ Ex post facto

2.​ Requiring children to be vaccinated before entering school is an example of which power? (SS.7.C.3.4) (Low)
a.​ Concurrent
b.​ Delegated
c.​ Implied
d.​ Reserved

3.​ Which describes concurrent powers? (Moderate)

a.​ The federal government sets standards state governments must follow
b.​ The federal government shares powers with the state governments
c.​ The federal government has supremacy over state governments
d.​ The federal government follows the lead of state governments

4.​ Which statement describes a difference between the state and federal governments under the U.S. Constitution?
(Moderate)
a.​ Only the federal government provides for public welfare
b.​ Only the federal government charters banks
c.​ Only the federal government borrows money
d.​ Only the federal government regulates interstate trade

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.5 Explain the Constitutional amendment process.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Describe the two ways to propose an amendment to the Constitution. ⅔ vote of congress or ⅔ vote of state
legislature

2.​ Describe the two ways to ratify a proposed amendment to the Constitution.

Practice Questions:

1.​ Why is a formal amendment process important? (Low)

a.​ To prevent the Supreme Court from being eliminated
b.​ To keep some states from being too powerful
c.​ To allow the Constitution to be adjusted as times change
d.​ To give the president a role in changing the government

2.​ Which of the following accurately describes one way an amendment to the U.S. Constitution may be proposed?
(Moderate)
a.​ Two-thirds of each house of Congress votes to propose
b.​ Two-thirds of citizens nationwide vote to propose
c.​ Three-fourths of state legislatures vote to propose
d.​ Three-fourths of each house of Congress votes to propose

The newspaper headline below describes an event in U.S. history.

Source: Anti-Saloon League Museum

3.​ Based on the headline, what happened before the event presented in the image?
a.​ Two-thirds of each house of Congress voted to support the amendment
b.​ The president rejected the amendments after Congress voted to support it
c.​ Three-fourths of each house in Congress wanted to support the amendment.
d.​ The president forwarded the amendment to the states after Congress voted to support it.

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.6 Evaluate Constitutional rights and their impact on individuals and society.

Questions to Consider:

Using each of the scenarios below, determine which constitutional right is being violated and highlight where it is being
violated. Using and identifying proper civics terms will help you immensely on the EOC.

1.​ Sara, an eighteen-year old college student, is arrested for stealing a classmate’s term paper and selling it on the
Internet. When she appears before the judge, she asks for a lawyer to help defend her. The judge tells her if she is
smart enough to be in college, she is smart enough to defend herself. Besides, she is not being charged with a felony,
so the stakes are not very high. - 6bamedment

2.​ A neighbor is suing the Joneses because a tree in the Joneses’ yard fell on their roof during a hurricane. The
neighbors want the Jones family to pay $850 to have their roof repaired. Mr. Jones requests that a jury be present to
hear this case. The judge says it is not necessary since the amount of the repairs is so small. The Jones family lives in
Washington D.C. - violation of 6th amendment

3.​ Carolyn is arrested for shoplifting a candy bar from a neighborhood convenience store. At trial, she is found guilty.
The judge decides that the appropriate punishment is to cut off Carolyn’s hands so that she will not be able to
shoplift again. - 8th amendment, cruel and unusual punishments

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which individual protection is found in the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution? (Low)
a.​ Privacy rights
b.​ Property rights
c.​ Forced internment
d.​ Civil disobedience

2.​ Which action represents an individual exercising a constitutional right? (Moderate)

a.​ Summary judgment
b.​ Quartering soldiers
c.​ Civil disobedience
d.​ Double jeopardy

3.​ What has been one long-term result of the constitutional protection of free speech? (High)
a.​ More court cases involving minors
b.​ More laws limiting minority rights
c.​ A more accurate election
d.​ A more informed society

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.7 Analyze the impact of the 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th amendments on participation of
minority groups in the American political process.

Amendment Definition in Your Own Words

13 abolished slavery

14 defines citizenship

15 allowed black people to vote

19 allows women to vote

24 banned poll taxes

26 lowered voting age from 21 to 18

Question to Consider:

1.​ Amendments 13, 14, and 15 are known as…reconstruction amendments

Practice Questions:

1.​ How did the passage of the Voting Right Act of 1965 impact political participation? (Low)
a.​ All persons who passed a literacy test could now vote
b.​ All children of foreign citizens could now vote
c.​ All African-Americans could now vote
d.​ All women could now vote

2.​ How are the 14th Amendment due process protections related to the Civil Rights Act of 1968? (Moderate)
a.​ Congress may not enact discriminatory housing statutes
b.​ Congress may not enact discriminatory employment policies
c.​ State legislatures may not enact discriminatory housing policies
d.​ State legislatures may not enact discriminatory employment policies

“Women’s Suffrage Wins in the Senate. Constitutional Amendment Passes 56 to 25; Now Goes to States.”

3.​ How did the passage of this amendment to the U.S. Constitution impact the political process in the United States?
(High)
a.​ Women were allowed to contribute to political campaigns
b.​ Women were allowed to hold citizenship rights
c.​ Women were allowed to hold public offices
d.​ Women were allowed to vote in national elections

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.8 Analyze the structure, functions, and processes of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

Question to Consider:

1.​ Draw a triangle diagram of the three branches of government. Then list the checks and balances each branch of
government has on each other along with separate individual powers.

Practice Questions:

1.​ Who is responsible for breaking a tie vote in the Florida Senate? (Low)
a.​ The speaker of the House of Representatives
b.​ The chief justice of the Supreme Court
c.​ The lieutenant governor
d.​ The governor

2.​ Which action formally accuses a government official of “wrongdoing”? (Moderate)

a.​ Filibuster
b.​ Impeach
c.​ Override
d.​ Pardon

National State Local

Congress Florida Legislature ?
President Governor Mayor
Supreme Court State Supreme Court County Courts
3.​ Which choice best completes the missing box? (Moderate)
a.​ Chief Justice
b.​ City Council
c.​ Representative
d.​ Senator

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.9 Illustrate the law making process at the local, state, and federal levels.

Question to Consider:

1.​ Starting from the lowest level, list the levels of government along with examples of officials or problems that would
relate to that level of government. - Local: mayor, State: governor, National: President

Practice Questions:

1.​ Who would you contact to discuss problems with the roads in your city? (Low)
a.​ Local judge
b.​ City mayor
c.​ State Governor
d.​ State Senator

2.​ What powers do the Florida governor and the U.S. President have in common? (Moderate)
a.​ Deliver the State of the Union address, four-year term, commander-in-chief, grant pardons
b.​ Six-year term, grant pardons, make treaties, commander-in-chief
c.​ Grant pardons, veto, deliver State of the Union address, six-year term
d.​ Veto, grant pardons, chief executive, four-year term

The table below describes presidential vetoes.

President Barack H. George W. William J. George H. Ronald Jimmy Gerald R.

(Years) Obama Bush (2001 Clinton W. Bush Regan (1981 Carter (1977 Ford (1974 –
(2009 – – 2009) (1993 – (1989 - – 1989) – 1981) 1977)
2017) 2001) 1993)
Presidential 2 12 37 44 78 31 66
Vetoes
Legislative 12 4 2 1 9 2 12
Overrides

3.​ Based on the table, how was the legislative process been impacted by presidential vetoes? (High)
a.​ The presidents’ views are not reflected in public policy
b.​ The presidents’ views are reflected in public policy
c.​ Congress represents the will of the people
d.​ Congress represents the will of the states

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.10 Identify sources and types (civil, criminal, constitutional, military) of law.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Define the following terms: civil, criminal, constitutional, and military law. civil- settling disagreements upon each
other; criminal- getting tried for crimes; constitutional- involving the constitution to settle disagreements; military-
special law that applies to military officers

For each of the statements, determine which type of law should be applied.

2.​ Mr. Bautista hit someone with his car. Now the person is suing him. - civil
3.​ Mr. Bautista found out that a medication he is taking is making him more sick. He now decides to sue the company. -
civil
4.​ A person is found guilty of ‘conduct unbecoming of an officer’ - civil
5.​ Mr. Bautista is tried for murder. - criminal
6.​ A U.S. Senator is found guilty of treason. - criminal

Practice Questions:

1.​ The Code of Hammurabi (1772 BC) includes laws focusing on contracts. What type of U.S. law is based on the Code of
Hammurabi? (Low)
a.​ Civil
b.​ Constitutional
c.​ Criminal
d.​ Military

2.​ Which situation would most likely lead to a civil case? (Moderate)
a.​ A person robs another person at gunpoint
b.​ A person is caught breaking into a house
c.​ A person breaks a leg at a friend’s house
d.​ A person fails to stop at a red light

The passage below is from a U.S. Supreme Court opinion announcement.

In 1989 the court held in Stanford versus Kentucky that the Constitution allows states to impose the death penalty on
an offender who is 16 or 17 years old when he committed the crime. In the interpretation of its terms we have
established … the necessity of … standards of decency that mark the progress of a maturing society.
Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments forbid the imposition of the death penalty of offenders who are under the age of
18 when their crimes were committed.
Source: Roper v. Simmons (2005)

3.​ According to the passage, which action did the U.S. Supreme Court find constitutional? (High)
a.​ The death penalty may be imposed only on adults
b.​ The death penalty may be imposed on juveniles
c.​ The death penalty may be imposed on both adults and juveniles
d.​ The death penalty may be imposed on neither adults nor juveniles

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.11 Diagram the levels, functions, and powers of courts at the state and federal levels.

Question to Consider:

1.​ Starting at the lowest level, list the different courts and describe the objective of each court.

Practice Questions:

Opening Statements > Presentation of Evidence > Closing Statements > Jury Deliberation > ?

1.​ The trial process is listed above. Which option completes the trial process? (Low)
a.​ Cross examination
b.​ Jury instructions
c.​ Investigation
d.​ Verdict

2.​ What power is held by the Florida Supreme Court and the U.S. Supreme Court? (Moderate)
a.​ Both courts may issue writs of habeas corpus
b.​ Both courts may issue writs of mandamus
c.​ Neither court hears equal protection cases
d.​ Neither court hears death penalty cases

3.​ Claude runs a chain of tourist businesses in Florida. He imports T-shirts from Haiti to sell in his stores. One day,
student protesters damage several of his shops, demanding that he pay his workers in Haiti a fair wage. Claude
estimates the damage at $4,000. Claude sues the protestors for the damage they cause. Where is the original
jurisdiction of this case? (High)
a.​ This is a local small-claims case
b.​ This is a local challenge to international trade
c.​ This is a federal small-claims case
d.​ This is a federal challenge to international trade

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Standard: SS.7.C.3.12 Analyze the significance and outcomes of landmark Supreme Court cases including, but not limited
to, Marbury v. Madison, Plessy v. Ferguson, Brown v. Board of Education, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, in re
Gault, Tinker v. Des Moines, Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier, United States v. Nixon, and Bush v. Gore.
Case Background in Your Own Words Outcome of Case in Your Own Words
Marbury v. Madison Thomas Jefferson had not told William Marbury a commision The US Supreme Court has assumed the
until his inauguration. authority to determine the
constitutionality of laws.
Plessy. Ferguson Plessy was black under Louisiana law and sat in a "whites only" The Court held that the state law was
car of a Louisiana train. Plessy was asked to leave, but he constitutional. Because the 14th
refused. Amendment held that separate
treatment did not imply the inferiority of
African Americans.
Brown v. Board of Education
Gideon v. Wainwright

Miranda v. Arizona
In re Gault
Tinker v. Des Moines
Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier
United States v. Nixon
Bush v. Gore
Heller v. DC

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which principle was the focus of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Miranda v. Arizona (1966)? (Low)
a.​ Freedom of expression
b.​ Freedom of speech
c.​ Self-incrimination
d.​ Right to counsel

2.​ Which was an outcome of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education (1954)? (Moderate)
a.​ Administrators may limit the content of student publications
b.​ Public school districts that segregate deny equal protection
c.​ Students have a reduced expectation of privacy in school
d.​ Criminal defendants have the right to an attorney

3.​ Juveniles accused of crimes continue to be afforded many of the same due process rights as adults as a result of
which U.S. Supreme Court case? (High)
a.​ District of Columbia v. Heller (2008)
b.​ Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier (1988)
c.​ In re Greene (1930)
d.​ In re Gault (1967)

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Standard: SS.7.C.4.1 Differentiate concepts related to United States domestic and foreign policy.

Questions to Consider:

1.​ Define domestic and foreign policy. Give an example of each.

2.​ What is the overall objective of U.S. foreign policy? What methods can the U.S. use to achieve their foreign policy
goals?

Practice Questions:

1.​ What is a responsibility of the U.S. Senate in foreign policy? (Low)

a.​ Nominating ambassadors
b.​ Introducing tax bills
c.​ Negotiating treaties
d.​ Ratifying treaties

2.​ Which example involves changing foreign policy? (Moderate)

a.​ Congress lifting the oil embargo on a formerly communist government
b.​ A Supreme Court hearing on worker discrimination based on national origin
c.​ Congress voting to construct an aid center in Florida for political refugees
d.​ A Supreme Court justice voting to take a case involving his country of birth

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Source: Adapted from National Center for Education Statistics

3.​ According to the graph above, which long term domestic policy is reflected in the graph? (High)
a.​ Career preparation
b.​ Physical fitness
c.​ Racial equality
d.​ Public safety

Standard: SS.7.C.4.2 Recognize government and citizenship participation in International Organizations.

Organization What they do, in your own words NGO or International
Organization?
NATO (North Atlantic
Treaty Organization)

UN (United Nations)

UNICEF (United Nations

Children’s Fund)

WTO (World Trade

Organization)

The International Court of

Justice (World Court)

INGO (International
Non-Governmental
Organization)
International Red
Cross/Red Crescent

Practice Questions:

1.​ Which international agreement involved the United States, Canada, and Mexico? (Low)
a.​ North American Fair Transit Agreement
b.​ North American Free Travel Agreement
c.​ North American Fair Travel Agreement
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 d.​ North American Free Trade Agreement

2.​ Which is an example of a way that a citizen can seek participation in an international organization? (Moderate)
a.​ Email about internship opportunities at the International Red Cross
b.​ “Like” the Facebook page of the World Trade Organization
c.​ Request a trial before the World Court
d.​ Ask to join the United Nations

“The Peace Corps shall be responsible for the training and service abroad of men and women of the United States in new
programs of assistance to nations and areas of the world, in the conjunction with … other international organizations.”

3.​ The statement above is from Executive Order 10924, President John F. Kennedy, March 1, 1961. What opportunities
does the executive order create for citizens and the government? (Moderate)
a.​ To provide for the common defense
b.​ To establish domestic tranquility
c.​ To advance the common good
d.​ To administer justice

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Standard: SS.7.C.4.3 Describe examples of how the United States has dealt with international conflicts.

Question to Consider:

1.​ From the year 1918 to 2000, list the wars and major foreign policy events the United States has participated in.

Practice Questions:

1.​ During which conflict did the U.S. declare war on Japan? (Low)
a.​ Korean War
b.​ Vietnam War
c.​ World War I
d.​ World War II

2.​ Which presidential action was based on Article I of the U.S. Constitution? (Moderate)
a.​ John F. Kennedy’s statements about missiles in Cuba
b.​ Franklin Roosevelt asking Congress to declare war on Japan
c.​ Dwight Eisenhower’s statements about communism in Africa
d.​ George H. Bush asking Congress to commit troops for Gulf War I

“The citizens of the United States cherish … liberty and happiness of their fellow men on that side of the Atlantic. In the
wars of European powers, in matters relating to themselves, we have never taken any part …, It is only when our rights
are invaded, or seriously menaced, that we resent injuries, or make preparation for our defense.”

3.​ The statement above is from President James Monroe’s Message to Congress on December 2, 1823. What impact
has this statement had on modern U.S. involvement in international conflicts? (High)
a.​ The government should limit the spread of Communism
b.​ The government should limit the spread of oligarchy
c.​ The government should protect Communism
d.​ The government should protect oligarchy

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 Civics Vocabulary
Directions: As you are reviewing or studying on your own, complete the graphic organizer below to review all civics terms.

Word/Term Definition in Your Own Words

Checks and
Balances

Consent of the
Governed

Enlightenment

Individual Liberty

Natural Law

Natural Rights

Separation of
Powers

Social Contract

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Common Sense document written by thomas paine in order to convice the colonists to leave Great Britain

Due Process

English Bill of Rights

Limited
Government

Limited Monarchy

Magna Carta

Mayflower Compact

Preamble

Rule of Law

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Self-Government

Individual Rights

Legislature

Parliament

Taxation Without
Representation

Natural Rights

Self-Evident statements that do not require proof

Tyranny

Unalienable
(inalienable) Rights

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Articles of
Confederation

Constitutional
Convention

Shay’s Rebellion

Constitutional
Government

Judicial Review

Bill of Rights

Ratification

Citizen

Alien

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Immigrant

Law of Blood

Law of Soil

Naturalization

Resident

Legal Permanent
Resident

Common Good

Selective Service

Cruel and Unusual

Punishment

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Double Jeopardy when you can not get tried for the same crime twice

Due Process

Eminent Domain

Equal Protection
Under the Law

Pleading the Fifth

Right to bear arms

Right to legal
counsel

Search and seizure

Suffrage

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Trial by jury

Unenumerated
rights

Appellate Process

Ex Post Facto

Ex Post Facto Law

Habeas Corpus

Independent
Judiciary

Public Interest

Writ document to perfom on a case

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Precedent a rule established in previous cases that can be applied to future cases

Party Platform platform set on political goals

Third Party

Two-Party System

Political Party

Candidate

Elector

Natural Born Citizen

Political Office

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Interest Group

Lobbying/Lobbyist

Political Action
Committee (PAC)

Public Agenda

Public Policy

Public Sphere

Watchdog

Nonprofit
Organization

Special Interest
Group

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Coining Money

Concurrent Powers

Delegated Powers

Elastic Clause

Enumerated Powers

Implied Powers

Necessary and
Proper Clause

Presidential
Appointments

Supremacy Clause

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Federalism

Reserved Powers

Amendment

Civil Disobedience

Freedom of
Assembly

Civil Rights

Poll Tax

Segregation

Nominate

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Ordinance

Pardon

Veto

Minority Party

Writ of Certiorari

Case Law

Juvenile Law

Code of Hammurabi

Common Law

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Regulation

Inherent Powers

Ambassador

Foreign Affairs

Foreign Policy

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