Civics Challenge Round 1

The US Constitution gives some powers specifically to the national government while others are left for the states. This division of powers is known as _____ Federalism

Legislative; Executive Overriding vetoes is an example of the _____ branch checking the ___ branch. Legislative; Executive

In a free market economy, what determines the market price of a good? Supply and Demand

State of the Union Address The President’s yearly speech to a joint session of Congress is known as the _______ State of the Union Address

Bob is happy just the way things are Bob is happy just the way things are. He doesn’t want government any more involved in his life than it is. If you were to describe Bob’s political views, you would be most likely to call him a ______ Conservative

Registering and voting in elections are examples of the ______ of citizens. Responsibilities

Tommy has $50. He decides to buy his girlfriend a nice birthday gift instead of buying something for his mom for Mother’s Day. In economic terms, the Mother’s Day gift is his ______. Opportunity Cost

The federal court that serves as the trial court, where guilt or innocence is determined, is the _____. U.S. District Court

The person who is hired by the city council to direct the work of all city employees is called the _____. City Manager

FCC (Federal Communications Commission) During an interview at the end of a sporting event, the game’s MVP uses profanity. The television station is fined $100,000. What government agency is responsible for fining the television station? FCC (Federal Communications Commission)

Age or Education or Income As a person’s ______ level increases, he is more likely to vote. Age or Education or Income

This Amendment to the Constitution gives Congress the power to collect income taxes. 16th Amendment