CASAS Government and History (965) Listening Practice Test

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• Who has the power to declare war?
• What is the highest court in the United States?
• Who was the first President of the United States?
• Where do U.S. senators conduct their work?
• What is recognized as the supreme law of the land in the United States?
• What was the primary cause of the Cold War?
• What does the term "gerrymandering" refer to?
• What is a democracy?
• Which term refers to the first 13 colonies established by the British in America?
• What document established the foundational principles of the United States government?
• Which state is the largest in the U.S. and located in the far northwest?
• Which document officially ended the American Revolution?
• What position is responsible for making state laws?
• Who signs bills to become laws?
• Which legislation was significant for improving civil rights in the 1960s?
• What is the purpose of checks and balances in government?
• Who is considered the "Father of Our Country"?
• What happened in the United States on September 11, 2001?
• Which of the following was an original colony of the United States?
• Which of the following are territories of the United States located in the Caribbean?
• What movement aimed to end racial discrimination in the United States?
• What is an amendment?
• How is the power separated in the U.S. government?
• How many justices are on the Supreme Court?
• What power does Congress have?
• Which landmark case established the principle of judicial review?
• What is the collective term for the military forces of the United States?
• When is Independence Day celebrated?
• What is the supreme law of the land?
• Who is the head of our federal government?
• When do we celebrate President's Day?
• Which group was brought to America and sold as slaves?
• Who do we honor on Memorial Day?
• Which state is known for having a significant number of American Indians?
• Which amendment granted women the right to vote?
• Who was President during the Great Depression?
• Which branch of government interprets the laws?
• Which country borders the United States to the south?
• What country is located directly north of the United States?
• What year marked the beginning of American involvement in Vietnam?
• Who led the U.S. during the Civil War?
• What is another name for the president?
• Who is the second-highest executive officer in the U.S. government?
• Who is the current President of the United States?
• Who is the head of our local government?
• What major concept did the Great Compromise establish?
• What does it mean to "plead the Fifth"?
• What does the term "due process" refer to?
• What is the smallest state in the United States?
• Who do we show our loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance?
• What is the introduction of the Constitution called?
• In which city is the United Nations headquarters located?
• What is the primary function of the Judicial branch of the U.S. government?
• What did the Emancipation Proclamation achieve?
• Which historic figure's birthday is celebrated on President's Day, alongside Washington?
• What is the process by which a bill becomes a law?
• Who do we commemorate on President's Day?
• What is the main function of the judicial branch in the U.S. government?
• Who is recognized as the author of the Declaration of Independence?
• Washington D.C. is located in what part of the United States?
• Which geographical area refers to the eastern part of the United States?
• What does the term "south of the U.S." typically refer to?
• What was a key factor that led to the American Revolution?
• What role does the Vice President have in the legislative process?
• What is celebrated on the Fourth of July?
• Which country is part of the United Kingdom?
• Who votes for members of Congress?
• Who wrote the Bill of Rights?
• Which country borders the United States to the north?
• What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
• What do we celebrate on the Fourth of July?
• Who authored the Federalist Papers?
• Who famously declared, "Give me liberty or give me death"?
• Who selects the members of the Supreme Court?
• What is popular sovereignty?
• What term describes changes added to the Constitution?
• Who is known as the Father of our Country?
• What document serves as the foundation for U.S. government?
• Which U.S. territory was ceded by Spain to the United States in 1898?
• What is considered a fundamental right of citizens in a democracy?
• How long is the term served by a United States Senator?
• What movement sought to end racial discrimination in the United States?
• Who is the leader of the House of Representatives?
• Who is the head of state and head of government of the United States?
• What was the first holiday celebrated by American colonists?
• What does the Bill of Rights protect?
• What was the main reason for the War of 1812?
• Which of these are U.S. territories?
• What are the two houses of the U.S. Congress?
• What are the 2 longest rivers in the United States?
• Who can veto bills?
• Which two bodies make up the U.S. Congress?
• Which event marked the beginning of the Great Depression in the United States?
• What is the capital city of the United States?
• What is meant by the term 'oligarchy'?
• What is the Bill of Rights?
• What role does the mayor typically play in local government?
• Who was president during World War II?
• What did the Emancipation Proclamation do?
• What is the economic system in the United States?
• Which state has the largest population in the United States?
• What is the primary purpose of the Constitution?
• When is the last day to file your Federal Income Tax forms?
• What is the role of the President in the legislative process?
• What national holiday is celebrated in the U.S. on the fourth Thursday of November?
• Which document outlines the rights of citizens in the United States?
• What did Martin Luther King Jr. primarily fight for?
• When did the Civil Rights Act of 1964 get enacted?
• What are the first three words of the U.S. Constitution?
• Which document outlines the framework of the U.S. government?
• What is the highest court in the United States?
• What major event happened on September 11, 2001?
• During which major conflict was the term "Iron Curtain" notably used?
• Which state borders Mexico to the north?
• The president has the power to:
• Who was the leader of the Civil Rights Movement?
• When is the last day to file federal income tax returns in the U.S.?
• Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
• Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States?
• Who has the power to declare war?
• Who becomes president if the president dies?
• Who has the right to vote in federal elections?
• Which state is the largest state in the United States?
• Which is the 50th state?
• Which amendment outlines the right to bear arms?
• Where is Mexico located in relation to the United States?
• What is the primary purpose of the U.S. Constitution?
• What event led to the drafting of the Constitution?
• Which group has the power to declare war?
• What is the primary function of the United Nations?
• Which month is associated with the celebration of President’s Day?
• What are civil liberties?
• What type of government does the United States have?
• Who do we honor on Veteran's Day?
• Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
• What is one of the rights highlighted in the Declaration of Independence?
• Which body has the exclusive power to declare war?
• What is the highest court in the United States?
• What is the significance of the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision?
• What significant event is commonly referred to when talking about the September 11 attacks?
• Which ocean is located to the east of the United States?
• What kind of economic system does the United States have?
• Which branch of government can impeach the President?
• What is one key responsibility of the Executive Branch?
• What is one responsibility that is specifically meant for a United States citizen?
• Which body of government is responsible for making federal laws?
• What is the significance of the Magna Carta?
• What was the main outcome of the Civil War?
• What did the Civil Rights Movement primarily seek to achieve?
• In which branch of government does the President serve?
• What system of government is established by the Constitution?
• How many members are there in the House of Representatives?
• What is the main responsibility of the President of the United States?
• What year marked the United States' declaration of independence?
• Who is the head of our state government?
• Who is considered the father of the Constitution?
• Who has the power to declare war?
• Which amendment abolished slavery?
• In which decade did the United States engage in the Vietnam War?
• What document declares the independence of the United States?
• What is the minimum age requirement to run for President of the United States?
• What event do we remember on Independence Day in the United States?
• What bodies comprise the legislative branch of the United States government?
• Which country borders the United States to the south?
• Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?
• The mayor is the head executive of what?
• In the Revolutionary War, the U.S. won its independence from whom?
• What is the purpose of the United Nations?
• Which event is marked as the beginning of the Great Depression?
• What does the right to vote ensure for citizens in a democracy?
• What is the capital of the United States?
• Which event is known for marking the beginning of American independence?
• How many senators are there in the United States Congress?
• What month do we vote for the president in?
• What is an amendment?
• What is a key function of Congress?
• Who fought for women's rights?
• Which branch of government is responsible for making federal laws?
• Which amendment to the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech?
• What is the main duty of the executive branch?
• Which document outlines the framework of the U.S. government?
• What term refers to individuals who lost their lives while serving in the military?