Delaware Civics Practice Test

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• Who is the current vice president of the United States as of October 2023?
• When is election day for federal elections?
• Who is in charge of the executive branch?
• What document declared independence from Great Britain?
• What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
• What is the capital of the United States?
• What was a major reason for the tension leading up to the Civil War?
• Which amendment prohibits the government from establishing a national religion?
• What happened at the Constitutional Convention?
• How many years do we elect a U.S. Representative?
• How many United States Senators are there in total?
• Which phrase encapsulates the idea of self-government in the Constitution?
• Which political party does the current president belong to?
• Who was a leading figure in the fight for women's rights in the United States?
• Which role is NOT typically associated with the Executive branch of the government?
• How many amendments are there in the U.S. Constitution?
• Which country did the United States fight against during World War II?
• What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
• Why did the colonists fight the British?
• Who signs bills to become laws?
• In what capacity is the Vice President involved in the legislative process?
• What establishes the authority of the federal government over states?
• What is the name of the current Vice President of the United States?
• Who is represented by a U.S. Senator?
• Which document established the framework for the U.S. government?
• What was the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
• What role does the President’s Cabinet serve in relation to laws?
• Who was the primary author of the Declaration of Independence?
• What are the two U.S. territories?
• What are the rights of everyone living in the U.S.?
• Which of the following is a qualification for voter registration in Delaware?
• Who can appoint justices to the Supreme Court?
• What is the capital of Delaware?
• Which of the following is a responsibility of U.S. citizens?
• Who is known as the "Father of Our Country"?
• Which document outlines the fundamental laws and principles of the United States?
• Name one responsibility that is only for United States citizens.
• What is the predominant language spoken in Mexico?
• What is the supreme law of the land?
• What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
• What did the Emancipation Proclamation achieve?
• Before he was President, Eisenhower was a general in which war?
• What is the supreme law of the land?
• How many years does the President serve in a single term?
• Who signs bills to become laws?
• What is an activity a citizen might engage in to express political opinion?
• What are the two branches of the Delaware General Assembly?
• What is the primary function of the President's Cabinet?
• Why do some states have more U.S. Representatives than others?
• When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
• Which branch of government is primarily responsible for interpreting laws?
• Which territory did the United States buy from France in 1803?
• Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
• What is the purpose of the checks and balances system?
• What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
• What is the main currency used in Mexico?
• Who is often referred to as the 'Father of Modern American Education'?
• Which amendment granted women the right to vote?
• Who has the authority to amend the Constitution?
• Which ocean borders Mexico to the west?
• Where is the Statue of Liberty located?
• What are the responsibilities of the President?
• If the President can no longer serve, who assumes the presidency?
• What did the 13th Amendment accomplish?
• How old must citizens be to vote for President?
• What is one promise you make when you become a United States citizen?
• Who has the authority to veto bills?
• Who is the current governor of Delaware?
• What is the highest court in the United States?
• What state borders Canada?
• Who is the Commander in Chief of the military?
• What year was the U.S. Constitution ratified?
• Which group of people was taken to America and sold as slaves?
• What does freedom of religion guarantee?
• What is a common form of traditional Mexican music?
• Which two political parties are considered the major parties in the United States?
• Which of the following is NOT a freedom granted by the First Amendment?
• What movement worked towards achieving equality for all racial groups?
• What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
• What does the Constitution do?
• How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
• In what state is the U.S. Constitution primarily written?
• What system prevents one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
• Who is known as the "Father of the Constitution"?
• Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
• What is the main duty of the President?
• What was one outcome of the Civil War?
• Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
• Of the rivers listed, which river is the longest?
• Which branch of government is responsible for making federal laws?
• What is the highest court in the United States?
• What was the goal of Martin Luther King, Jr.?
• What is referred to as the supreme law of the land?
• Which of the following is a way Americans can participate in their democracy?
• Who was the first President of the United States?
• In what month do we vote for President?
• Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States?
• How many justices are usually required for a decision in the Supreme Court?
• What is one of the responsibilities of the judicial branch?
• What is the name of the national anthem?
• If both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve, who becomes President?
• Why does the flag of the United States have 13 stripes?
• Which document formally declared our independence from Great Britain?
• Which of the following is NOT a qualification for voter registration in Delaware?
• What did Martin Luther King Jr. do?
• What ocean is on the East Coast of the United States?
• What is one effective strategy for communicating with an elected official?
• What is the capital of the United States?
• What are the three unalienable rights mentioned in the Declaration of Independence?
• Who was the first President of the United States?
• According to the Constitution, what is a requirement to vote?
• How many U.S. Senators represent Delaware?
• What is the primary function of the judicial branch?
• Name one war fought by the United States in the 1800s.
• Who was the first President of the United States?
• Which of the following is not a right protected by the First Amendment?
• What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three branches of government?
• What are the two major political parties in the United States?
• What is the economic system in the United States?
• Which body of water lies to the east of Mexico?
• Which country is located directly south of the United States?
• What role can civic groups play in a democracy?
• What did Susan B. Anthony advocate for?
• Who is the leader of the executive branch?
• What is the capital city of Mexico?
• What is the highest river in the United States?
• What is one right only for United States citizens?
• Where is Washington D.C. geographically located?
• Who served as President during World War I?
• What is one reason that colonists came to America?
• In what year was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
• What movement aimed to end racial discrimination?
• What role does the Legislative branch of the federal government serve?
• Who is known as the “Father of Our Country”?
• What is the main responsibility of a U.S. Senator?
• What national holiday occurs in September?
• Which state was the first to ratify the U.S. Constitution?
• What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?
• What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?
• Which of the following is the first position in the presidential line of succession?
• Which role does the Vice President assume if the President can no longer serve?
• For how many years is the U.S. President elected?
• What is one right or freedom protected by the First Amendment?
• What is the main function of the legislative branch of government?
• What movement tried to end racial discrimination?
• What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
• Who was President during the Great Depression?
• During the Cold War, what was the main concern of the United States?
• Which river is recognized as the chief river of the United States?
• How many voting members does the House of Representatives have?
• What is the economic system in which the government makes all economic decisions?
• Which of the following entities has the power to declare war?
• Which right is only for United States citizens?
• Which war was fought by the United States in the 1900s?
• What significant action did Abraham Lincoln take as President of the United States?
• What is one thing Benjamin Franklin is famous for?
• What is the name of the national anthem?
• What is one right guaranteed to everyone living in the U.S.?
• Who is considered the chief justice of the United States?
• How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?
• Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?
• Who is responsible for making national laws?
• The right to assemble peacefully is protected under which amendment?
• For how many years is a U.S. Senator elected?
• Who wrote the Federalist Papers?
• How is the number of U.S. Representatives from each state determined?
• Which state was one of the original 13 colonies?
• Which event is closely associated with the start of the Civil War?
• Which of the following is NOT a method to influence democracy?
• What is the main responsibility of Congress?
• Who lived in America before the Europeans arrived?
• What power does the federal government have?
• What geographical feature covers a large part of Mexico?
• Who is the current speaker of the House of Representatives?
• What does the judicial branch do?
• Which country lies immediately north of the United States?
• Which ancient civilization was prominent in Mexico before Spanish colonization?
• What are two rights of everyone living in the United States?
• At what age must all men register for the Selective Service?
• The Federalist Papers supported the passage of the Constitution. Name one of the writers.
• What was the primary conflict between the Northern and Southern states during the Civil War?
• Who was the President of the United States during the Great Depression and World War II?
• What does the Constitution serve as for the government?
• What is one right only for United States citizens?
• What is celebrated on Mexican Independence Day?
• What is a primary function of the Legislative branch?
• Who is the governor of Delaware?
• In what year did Delaware become the first state to ratify the Constitution?
• Who is the current congresswoman for Delaware?
• What are the two major types of laws in the United States?
• What is the supreme law of the land?
• Which of the following is NOT a Cabinet-level position?
• Name one war fought by the United States in the 1900s.
• Which major Mexican festival is known for colorful parades and costumes?
• What does the Constitution primarily do?
• What state borders Mexico?
• What is a right guaranteed by the Second Amendment?
• In what year was the Constitution written?
• Which is one power of the federal government?
• How many amendments does the Constitution currently have?
• What is the national emblem of Mexico?
• Which two houses form the United States Congress?
• When is Independence Day celebrated?
• What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
• What is one reason the colonists came to America?
• What is a Native American tribe in the United States?
• What is one reason colonists came to America?
• What is an amendment in the context of the Constitution?
• Which type of government does Mexico have?
• What did George Washington warn against in his farewell address?
• What is the last day that federal income tax forms can be submitted?
• Which of the following is a power exclusive to the federal government?
• Who has the power to impeach the President?
• How many amendments does the Constitution have?
• What is one responsibility that is only for United States citizens?
• Which of the following states is NOT one of the original states?
• What major event happened on September 11, 2001?
• What is the capital of Delaware?
• What is a major economic activity in Mexico?
• Name one U.S. territory.
• What is one way citizens can help a political campaign?
• What is a current U.S. territory?
• What rights are granted by the First Amendment?
• Which of the following foods is a staple in Mexican cuisine?
• Which of the following accurately describes the Judicial branch of the federal government?
• What is the economic system that recognizes private businesses?
• In which year was the Constitutional Convention held?
• Who has the power to declare war?
• What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
• What does the "rule of law" signify?
• What is the economic system in the United States?
• Why does the flag have 50 stars?
• What is the name of the current President of the United States?
• What is the highest court in the United States?
• Which group can Americans join to participate actively in their democracy?
• When must all men register for the Selective Service?
• Which legislation aimed to grant rights to freed slaves following the Civil War?
• How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
• During which period did the suffrage movement gain significant traction?
• Which movement aimed at ending segregation?
• What is the main purpose of the Executive branch of the federal government?
• Who is one of Delaware's U.S. Senators?