EOC PRACTICE TEST CATEGORY 1

1. Which Enlightenment idea is represented by the image? A. separation of powers B. checks and balances C. social contract D. natural law 1.1 (L)

2. Which statement reflects the Enlightenment ideas of government as expressed by Montesquieu? A. 1 C. 3 B. 2 D. 4 2.1(M)

3. How are the Enlightenment ideas that influenced the Founding Fathers reflected in modern institutions? A. Colonies have been re-established to preserve popular sovereignty. B. Oligarchies have increased to safeguard natural rights. C. The United Nations promotes universal human rights. D. The European Union encourages economic stability. 2.1 (H)

4. Which documents influenced the colonists' views of government? A. Common Sense, Articles of Confederation, Declaration of the Rights of Man B. Virginia Declaration of Rights, Common Sense, Bill of Rights C. Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, Common Sense D. Magna Carta, Iroquois Constitution, Common Sense 1.2 (L)

5. Which phrase completes the diagram? A. separation of powers B. economic freedom C. self-government D. individual rights 1.2 (M)

6. Based on this passage from Common Sense, how is Thomas Paine's view reflected in the U.S. political system? A. The monarchy creates limited government. B. The monarchy supports self-government. C. Representatives are appointed. D. Representatives are elected.

7. Which document addressed colonial concerns about English policies? A. Declaration of Independence B. Mayflower Compact C. U.S. Constitution D. Bill of Rights 1.3 (L)

8. Which action completes the diagram? A. Colonial agriculture trade increases. B. Colonial demand for political change increases. C. Colonial religious devotion increases. D. Colonial demand for military assistance increases. 1.3 (M)

9. Why did Parliament eventually repeal the Stamp Act, which taxed goods such as newspapers and playing cards? A. The colonists established a blockade against British goods. B. The colonists were able to produce their own goods. C. The colonists started destroying British goods. D. The colonists began boycotting British goods. 1.3 (H)

10. Which document contains this passage? A. Declaration of Independence B. Articles of Confederation C. English Bill of Rights D. U.S. Constitution 1.4 (L)

A. persecuting immigrant groups B. taking away religious rights 11. Based on this passage, with which complaint against the king from the Declaration of Independence would Thomas Paine agree? A. persecuting immigrant groups B. taking away religious rights C. taking away political rights D. persecuting racial groups 1.3 (M)

12. What is one way that the ideas stated in the Declaration of Independence are evident today? A. equal employment opportunities B. Electoral College C. selective service D. term limits 1.3 (H)

13. What completes the diagram? A. Declaration of Independence B. Articles of Confederation C. Annapolis Convention D. Whiskey Rebellion 1.5 (L)

14. How did the U.S. Constitution solve a problem created by the Articles of Confederation? A. It avoided the issue of states' rights. B. It allowed the states to elect representatives. C. It prevented the amendment of federal laws. D. It enabled the federal government to collect taxes. 1.5(M)

15. How does the U.S. Constitution Address concerns that resulted from the government described in this passage? A. The new government could enforce treaties between the states. B. The new government could settle disputes between the states. C. The new government could regulate trade around the world. D. The new government could levy taxes between the states. 1.5 (H)

16. Which part of the U.S. Constitution states the six purposes of government? A. Bill of Rights B. Article IV C. Preamble D. Article I 1.6 (L)

17. In the Preamble to the U. S 17. In the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, what is the meaning of the phrase "We the People"? 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. 1.6 (M)

18. How is this statement reflected in the modern American political system? A. Voters elect Congress members. B. The Electoral College elects Congress. C. Congress enforces policies. D. The president enacts policies. 1.6 (H)

19. What check does the U.S. Senate have on the president? A. overriding vetoes B. appointing judges C. declaring laws unconstitutional D. refusing to confirm appointments 1.7 (L)

20. Based on this passage, which constitutional principle does Madison describe? A. Natural rights B. checks and balances C. popular sovereignty D. judicial review 1.7 (M)

21. Which principle supports President Eisenhower's action to uphold the U.S. Supreme Court's decision that public schools should be integrated? A. judicial review B. Rule of law C. Popular Sovereignty D. constitutional government 1.7 (H)

22. What was the Anti-Federalists' greatest concern about ratifying the U.S. Constitution? 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. 1.8 (L)

23. Which statement supports the Anti- Federalists in the struggle over ratification of the U.S. Constitution? 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. 1.8 (M)

political society would the author support? (look for common terms) 24. Based on this passage, what change in modern political society would the author support? (look for common terms) 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 1.8 (H)

25. Which principle is included in the U.S. Constitution? A. rule of law B. right to an education C. capitalism D. confederalism 1.9 (L)

26. Which statement describes an impact of the rule of law? A. state of nature B. checks and balances C. separation of powers D. transparency of institutions 1.9 (M)

27. Which characteristic serves as a long- term protection against tyranny and is a foundation of liberty in the United States? A. the commerce clause B. the elastic clause C. the right to trial D. the rule of law 1.9 (H)

28. The Code of Hammurabi (1772 BC) includes laws focusing on contracts. What type of U.S. law is based on the Code of Hammurabi? A. civil B. constitutional C. criminal D. Military 3.10 (L)

29. Which type of law is used to help solve disputes between people or organizations? A. civil B. constitutional C. criminal D. Military 3.10 (M)

30. According to the passage, which action did the U. S 30. According to the passage, which action did the U.S. Supreme Court find constitutional? A. The death penalty may be imposed only on adults. B. The death penalty may be imposed only 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.

A B C D

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