About this Study Set
This study set covers Political Science through
20 practice questions.
A collection of challenging, fact-based multiple-choice questions on political science concepts, designed for young learners. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 20 questions from the
Exploring Government and Civics study set below.
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1
What is the name of the document that lays out the fundamental principles and laws of a country, often considered its highest law?
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A
Bill of Rights
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B
Magna Carta
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C
Constitution
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D
Declaration of Independence
2
In a democracy, what is the term for the right of citizens to vote in elections?
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A
Sovereignty
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B
Suffrage
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C
Representation
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D
Legislation
3
Which system of government divides power between a central government and regional governments (like states or provinces)?
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A
Unitary system
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B
Confederation
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C
Federal system
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D
Monarchy
4
What branch of government is responsible for making laws?
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A
Executive branch
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B
Judicial branch
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C
Legislative branch
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D
Bureaucracy
5
Who is the head of government in a parliamentary system where the monarch is the head of state?
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A
President
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B
Prime Minister
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C
Chancellor
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D
King/Queen
6
What is the term for a political system where the state holds total authority and regulates nearly every aspect of public and private life?
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A
Democracy
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B
Republic
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C
Anarchy
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D
Totalitarianism
7
In international relations, what does the term 'sovereignty' refer to?
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A
A country's ability to trade goods
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B
A country's right to govern itself without outside interference
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C
A country's military strength
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D
A country's membership in the United Nations
8
What is the primary role of a constitution in a country's government?
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A
To declare war
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B
To establish the rules for how the country is run
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C
To negotiate peace treaties
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D
To appoint military leaders
9
Which of the following is a system of government where power is held by a small group of people, often based on wealth or military power?
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A
Democracy
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B
Oligarchy
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C
Monarchy
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D
Anarchy
10
What is a political party?
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A
A group of people who study law
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B
An organized group of people who share similar political aims and opinions
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C
A group of individuals who work in the military
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D
A club for people who enjoy debate
11
What is the term for the process of officially approving a new law?
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A
Veto
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B
Ratification
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C
Impeachment
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D
Filibuster
12
In Australia, who is the head of state?
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A
The Prime Minister
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B
The Governor-General
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C
The King/Queen
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D
The Speaker of the House
13
What is the name for the official residence and workplace of the head of government in many countries?
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A
Embassy
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B
Capitol Building
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C
Palace
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D
Government House
14
What is the fundamental principle of a democracy where citizens have the power to choose their leaders?
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A
Rule of law
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B
Popular sovereignty
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C
Separation of powers
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D
Checks and balances
15
Which branch of government interprets laws and administers justice?
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A
Legislative branch
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B
Executive branch
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C
Judicial branch
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D
Parliamentary branch
16
What is the term for a formal agreement between two or more countries, often related to trade or peace?
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A
Constitution
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B
Treaty
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C
Bill of Rights
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D
Legislation
17
In a presidential system, what is the title of the person who is both the head of state and the head of government?
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A
Prime Minister
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B
Chancellor
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C
Monarch
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D
President
18
What is the practice of dividing government powers among different branches (e.g., legislative, executive, judicial) called?
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A
Checks and balances
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B
Federalism
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C
Separation of powers
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D
Constitutionalism
19
What is the term for the established system of political ideas and beliefs that influences how people view and participate in government?
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A
Culture
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B
Ideology
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C
Economy
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D
Society
20
What is a formal written request, signed by many people, appealing to authority about a particular cause called?
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A
Debate
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B
Petition
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C
Legislation
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D
Referendum
