FTB Civics Mid Term Review

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Civics mid-term review units 1-5
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According to the Declaration of Independence, what can citizens do if government abuses its power

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According to the Declaration of Independence, what can citizens do if government abuses its power

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When a person fulfills his obligation to serve on a jury, what right is being secured for a fellow citizen?

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"that all power is vested in, and consequently derived (come from), the people... The VA Declaration of Rights Which fundmental principle is being described in the quote?

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The government is not all powerful and may do only those things the people have given it the power to do. Which fundamental political principle does this define?

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Which basic principle of government the people rule?

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Which is NOT a fundamental document that influenced the Constitution?

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How are the states involved in the amendment process?

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Which groups are NOT involved in creating an amendment to the United States Constitutions?

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Which branch can declare acts of the President unconstitutional?

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Which only applies to the amendment process for the Virginia Constitutions?

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The division of power between the national and state government is known as the principle of

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To make all laws which shall be necessary and proper. What power of Congress are being addressed in this part of the United States Constitution?

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At the local level who has the greatest influence?

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All are powers of the Legislative Branch except

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Which is NOT a duty of the President?

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The Governor of Virginia endorses a candidate from the 25th district in the state senate. Which role is the governor fulfilling?

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President nominates John Jay to become Supreme Court Justice. What body must confirm this nomination?

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Who would be next in the Presidential line of succession if the President and Vice President were removed from office?

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Which statement is not about Judicial Review?

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What does the United States Supreme Court decide?

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Which Federal court has a judge, jury, appellate and originial jurisdiction?

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Who decides cases in Virginia's district courts?

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Which two steps must a person complete in order to become a naturalized citizen?

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All of the following are civic duties except?

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What are the two houses in the Virginia General Assembly