Civics SOL Review 2 Question Preview (ID: 37796)


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America is becoming less democratic. It is getting more difficult for an average person to run for office. Only rich people can serve in the government. - Which of these best explains this opinion?
a) Number of elections
b) Influence of lobbyists
c) High campaign costs
d) Expensive registration fees

A candidate for national office often appeals to the most citizens by —
a) meeting with foreign leaders
b) belonging to a third party
c) holding moderate views
d) leading an activist group

The idea that newspapers have a right to criticize the government is known as freedom of —
a) assembly
b) speech
c) the economy
d) the press

Qualifications to Vote in Virginia ? 1. Citizen of the United States 2. Eighteen years of age 3. _____________? - Which item best completes this list?
a) Licensed driver
b) State resident
c) Employed
d) Married

For government to be effective, citizens must —
a) perform civic duties
b) work for elected officials
c) identify with local leaders
d) join political parties

Which of the following statements does the First Amendment guarantee?
a) You may meet with other people.
b) You may have a speedy trial.
c) You may vote in elections.
d) You may own firearms.

(Daily News Headlines) 20 Million Dollars Spent by Media Groups on Lobbying - According to this newspaper headline, in which activity were these media groups most likely involved?
a) Attempting to influence new laws
b) Regulating local advertisements
c) Investing in new technology
d) Gathering national data

Susan went to the movies. During the film, the man behind her repeatedly used a cell phone. Susan quietly asked the man to turn off the phone. - What personal character trait did Susan model for the man on the phone?
a) Accountability
b) Responsibility
c) Courtesy
d) Honesty

The first national government of the United States was created by the —
a) Declaration of Independence
b) Articles of Confederation
c) Constitution of the United States
d) Inaugural Address

At the end of World War I, President Woodrow Wilson wanted the United States to join the League of Nations. The United States Senate refused to approve the Versailles Treaty, and therefore the United States never joined the League of Nations. This
a) international relations B checks and balances C executive veto D rule of law
b) checks and balances
c) executive veto D rule of law
d) rule of law

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