Constitution Lesson Quiz #4
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What is the role of the Executive branch?
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Make laws
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Hold trials for treason
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Carry out laws made by Congress
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Impeach the president
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Constitution Lesson Quiz #4 explores the structure and functions of the U. S. Government, focusing on the Executive branch, presidential elections, and the Supreme Court. It assesses understanding of key governmental roles and processes, essential for civics education.
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Which of these groups are employed by the Executive branch?
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Post Office
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IRS
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FBI
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Judges
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Senators
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A. Post Office
A. IRS
A. FBIExplanation
The Post Office, IRS, and FBI are employed by the Executive branch because they are government agencies that fall under the jurisdiction of the President. The Executive branch is responsible for enforcing laws and managing the day-to-day operations of the government, and these agencies play a crucial role in carrying out those responsibilities. Judges and Senators, on the other hand, are part of the Judicial and Legislative branches respectively, and are not directly employed by the Executive branch.Rate this question:
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Which of these apply to presidential elections?
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People in each state vote directly for the president
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Electors are the official voters for the president
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The candidate with the most votes in a state receives all the electoral votes for that state
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Candidates split electoral votes in each state based on their percents in the population
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A. Electors are the official voters for the president
A. The candidate with the most votes in a state receives all the electoral votes for that stateExplanation
In presidential elections, electors are the official voters for the president. This means that instead of the people directly voting for the president, they vote for a group of electors who then cast their votes on behalf of the people. Additionally, the candidate with the most votes in a state receives all the electoral votes for that state. This is known as the winner-takes-all system, where the winning candidate receives all the electoral votes from a particular state, regardless of the margin of victory.Rate this question:
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What happens if no candidate receives a majority of electoral votes in a presidential election?
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The population revotes
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Polls are reopened for those who did not vote
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One candidate will always receive a majority of electoral votes
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The House of Representatives selects the president from the top three candidates
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A. The House of Representatives selects the president from the top three candidatesExplanation
If no candidate receives a majority of electoral votes in a presidential election, the House of Representatives selects the president from the top three candidates. This process is outlined in the 12th Amendment of the United States Constitution. Each state delegation in the House of Representatives gets one vote, and the candidate who receives a majority of state votes (at least 26 out of 50) becomes the president. This scenario has occurred in the past, such as in the 1824 presidential election, where John Quincy Adams was chosen as president by the House of Representatives.Rate this question:
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How do the secretaries of the Cabinet take office?
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Presidential appointment
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They are hired by the bosses of the Cabinet
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They are voted in by the people
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Congressional appointment
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A. Presidential appointmentExplanation
The secretaries of the Cabinet take office through presidential appointment. This means that the President has the authority to select and appoint individuals to serve as secretaries in the Cabinet. The President typically chooses individuals who align with their policy goals and who possess the necessary qualifications and experience for the position. The appointment process involves vetting the candidates, obtaining Senate confirmation, and officially swearing them into office. This ensures that the secretaries are accountable to the President and can effectively carry out their duties in the executive branch of the government.Rate this question:
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What court(s) were set up by the Constitution?
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The Supreme Court
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Courts of Appeals
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District Courts
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The Supreme Court, courts of appeals, and the district courts
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The Constitution does not set up the court system
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A. The Supreme CourtExplanation
The Constitution set up the Supreme Court as one of the courts.Rate this question:
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How many judges are there in the Supreme Court
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1
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7
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9
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50
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A. 9Explanation
There are 9 judges in the Supreme Court.Rate this question:
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What are the responsibilities of the Supreme Court?
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To decide if laws passed by Congress are un-Constitutional
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Hold the first trial for a crime, afterwards sending it to the court of appeals
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Hear appeals from the lower courts
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A. To decide if laws passed by Congress are un-Constitutional
A. Hear appeals from the lower courtsExplanation
The responsibilities of the Supreme Court include deciding if laws passed by Congress are unconstitutional and hearing appeals from the lower courts. This means that the Supreme Court has the power to review laws and determine if they violate the Constitution. Additionally, the Supreme Court serves as the highest court of appeal, meaning that it has the authority to review and reconsider decisions made by lower courts.Rate this question:
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What are the only way(s) for an individual to be convicted for treason?
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Open confession in court
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Two eyewitnesses of the treasonous act
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Any confession given
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Two eyewitnesses who heard the individual talk about commiting treason
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A. Open confession in court
A. Two eyewitnesses of the treasonous actExplanation
An individual can be convicted for treason through open confession in court or by having two eyewitnesses testify to the treasonous act. These are the only ways in which someone can be convicted for treason. Any other form of confession or eyewitness testimony, such as a confession given outside of court or two eyewitnesses who heard the individual talk about committing treason, would not be sufficient for conviction.Rate this question:
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What is required for an ammendment to be ratified?
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3/4 of all state legislatures approve it
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A national vote
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2/3 of state conventions
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All 50 states approving the ammendment
Correct Answer
A. 3/4 of all state legislatures approve itExplanation
To ratify an amendment, it is necessary for 3/4 of all state legislatures to approve it. This means that a significant majority of the state legislatures must agree to the amendment in order for it to be ratified and become part of the Constitution. This requirement ensures that there is broad support for the amendment among the states before it can be officially adopted.Rate this question:
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