SOL Virginia & US Government

Question 1

Which document serves as the supreme law of the United States?

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Constitution

Answer

The Declaration of Independence

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The Articles of Confederation

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The Federalist Papers

Question 2

How many senators does each U.S. state send to the Senate?

Accepted Answer

Two

Answer

One

Answer

Three

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Four

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of the Bill of Rights?

Accepted Answer

To protect individual liberties from government infringement

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To establish the three branches of government

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To define the powers of the President

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To outline the process for passing federal laws

Question 4

Which branch of the U.S. government has the constitutional power to declare war?

Accepted Answer

The Legislative branch (Congress)

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The Executive branch (President)

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The Judicial branch (Supreme Court)

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The Department of Defense

Question 5

What is the term length for a U.S. President?

Accepted Answer

4 years

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2 years

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6 years

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8 years

Question 6

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution abolished slavery?

Accepted Answer

13th Amendment

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14th Amendment

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15th Amendment

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19th Amendment

Question 7

What is the primary role of the U.S. Supreme Court?

Accepted Answer

To interpret the Constitution and determine if laws are constitutional

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To enforce federal laws

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To create new laws for the nation

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To negotiate treaties with foreign nations