Unit 2

Question 1

Which of the following best reflects the Founder’s views on self-interest and virtue?

1. self-interest was beneficial to the economy, but citizens of the republic needed to develop “civic virtue.”
2. Citizens would be virtuous when they sought to increase their personal wealth.
3. self-interest must be guarded while serving in the government but not in the economy.
4. self-interest was natural and could be beneficial to the economy and to politicians.

Answer 1

1.

Question 2

Which of the following people is ready to become a naturalized citizen of the United States?

1. Candidate #4, who has been a permanent resident for the specified period of time, speaks English and understands civics basics, has never been convicted of illegal activity, but is unwilling to support military service in times of need
2. Candidate #1, who has been a permanent resident for the specified period of time, speaks English and understands civics basics, has never been convicted of illegal activity, and is willing to take the Oath of Allegiance.
3. Candidate #3, who has been a permanent resident for the specified period of time, speaks English and understands civics basics, was previously deported, and is willing to take the oath of office
4. Candidate #2, who has not been a permanent resident for the specified period of time, speaks English and understands civics basics, has never been convicted of illegal activity, and is willing to take the oath of office.

Answer 2

2.

Question 3

When is a form of media considered obscene?

1. When scientists do not find it appropriate
2. When most average citizens do not find it appropriate
3. When religious leaders do not find it appropriate
4. When it is not appropriate for children

Answer 3

2.

Question 4

A Civil Rights group has decided to hold a public meeting to discuss recent prejudicial acts. Some members of the group are concerned they will be arrested for participating in the meeting, especially if the meeting becomes heated. They know that previous meetings on this issue have ended in arguments and, occasionally, with violence. Which of the following best describes the Supreme Court’s history in the area of assembly?

1. Assembly cases are given more scrutiny when public safety is a concern.
2. It has weighed even more heavily in favor of individual rights in freedom of assembly cases than it has on speech cases.
3. More latitude is given to the freedom to assemble when civil rights are at stake.

Answer 4

1.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a characteristic that an applicant for U.S. citizenship must demonstrate?
attachment to the U.S. Constitution
proficiency in English
good moral character
have a relative who currently lives in the United States

Answer 5

have a relative who currently lives in the United States

Question 6

A law that prohibits indecent material on the Internet is put into force. How is this not consistent with the guarantees in the First Amendment?
The law imposes prior restraint.
The law is not content-neutral.
The law is not the least drastic means available.
The law is too vague.

Answer 6

The law is too vague