Sixty civics questions in the four categories of Florida's end-of-course test, each answer traced to its source.
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The real test: Florida Civics EOC
Time limit
160 minutes
Items
48 to 54, counting field-test items. All are multiple choice with four options.
Session
One session, with a short break after the first 80 minutes.
Who takes it
Students enrolled in and completing a middle grades civics course, such as M/J Civics.
Reporting categories
Origins and Purposes of Law and Government 25 to 30%; Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities of Citizens 15 to 20%; Government Policies and Political Processes 20
Scores
A scale of 325 to 475 in five achievement levels. Level 3 runs from 394 to 412, and its lowest score is the passing score.
Standards
The civics and government standards adopted in July 2021, assessed since the spring 2024 administration.
A governor is caught speeding and must pay the same fine as any other driver. Which principle does this show?Civics EOC Assessment Test Item Specifications, benchmark SS.7.CG.1.11, clarification 4
According to the Declaration of Independence, what may the people do when a government destroys the rights it was created to protect?Declaration of Independence, second paragraph; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.6
Congress votes money for the army and the navy. Which goal in the Preamble does this carry out?U.S. Constitution, Preamble; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.8, clarification 2
The Constitution gives lawmaking to Congress, carrying out the laws to the President and judging cases to the courts. Which Enlightenment idea, tied to Montesquieu, does this plan follow?U.S. Constitution, Articles I to III, first sections; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.4
The Declaration of Independence says governments get "their just powers from the consent of the governed." Which idea of John Locke does this sentence express?Declaration of Independence, second paragraph; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.4
The Declaration of Independence says people are endowed "with certain unalienable Rights." Which rights does it go on to list?Declaration of Independence, second paragraph; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.6
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Origins and Purposes of Law and Government, continued
Magna Carta said no free man could be imprisoned "except by the lawful judgment of his peers or by the law of the land." Which idea does this express?National Archives, Magna Carta, "Enduring Principles of Liberty"; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.3
One neighbor takes another to court to make him pay for a fence he broke. Which type of law covers this case?U.S. Courts, Glossary of Legal Terms, "Plaintiff" and "Defendant"; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.10
The Preamble says that "We the People of the United States ... do ordain and establish this Constitution." Whom does it name as the source of the Constitution's authority?U.S. Constitution, Preamble; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.8, clarification 3
The President vetoes a bill. Then two thirds of each house of Congress vote to pass it anyway, and it becomes law. What does this show?U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 7; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.9
The signers of the Mayflower Compact agreed to form "a civil Body Politick" and to obey the "just and equal Laws" it made. Which idea does the compact show?Mayflower Compact, 1620 (Yale Law School, Avalon Project); benchmark SS.7.CG.1.3
Under the Articles of Confederation, how did the national government get money to pay its costs?Articles of Confederation, Article VIII (National Archives); benchmark SS.7.CG.1.7
Which idea in America's constitutional republic do Florida's civics benchmarks trace to ancient Rome?Civics EOC Assessment Test Item Specifications, benchmark SS.7.CG.1.1, clarification 2
Which protection in the English Bill of Rights of 1689 later appeared in the U.S. Bill of Rights in almost the same words?English Bill of Rights, 1689 (Avalon Project); U.S. Bill of Rights; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.3
Which statement is an example of separation of powers, not of checks and balances?U.S. Constitution, Articles I to III; USA.gov, Branches of the U.S. government; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.9
Why did Anti-Federalists fight against ratifying the Constitution?National Archives, "The Constitution: How Did it Happen?"; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.10
Why did many colonists object to British tax laws such as the Stamp Act and the Tea Act?Declaration of Independence, list of grievances; benchmark SS.7.CG.1.5
Why was it so hard to fix the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?Articles of Confederation, Article XIII (National Archives); benchmark SS.7.CG.1.7
Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities of Citizens 12
A lawful permanent resident has lived in the United States for five years and has passed the English and civics tests. What must she still do to become a citizen?USCIS, "I am a Lawful Permanent Resident of 5 Years," general eligibility requirements; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.1
A state takes part of a farmer's land to build a public highway. What does the Bill of Rights require the state to do?U.S. Bill of Rights, Fifth Amendment; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.3, content focus
An amendment says the right to vote in federal elections cannot be denied for "failure to pay any poll tax." How did this broaden participation?U.S. Constitution, Amendment XXIV, Section 1; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.6
Free speech and a free press are protected, but they have limits. Which term means a false written statement that harms a person's reputation?Cambridge Dictionary, "libel" and "slander"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.4, content focus
In a criminal matter, what does a grand jury decide?U.S. Courts, "Types of Juries"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.5
In Brown v. Board of Education (1954), what did the Supreme Court decide about separate public schools for Black and white students?U.S. Courts, Supreme Court Landmarks, Brown v. Board of Education; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.11
Police officers search a family's home with no warrant and no legal reason. Which right in the Bill of Rights has been violated?U.S. Bill of Rights, Fourth Amendment; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.3
Which description matches the 14th Amendment's definition of a United States citizen?U.S. Constitution, Amendment XIV, Section 1; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.1
Which list names the five freedoms protected by the First Amendment?U.S. Bill of Rights, First Amendment (National Archives transcript); benchmark SS.7.CG.2.3
Which obligation applies to almost all male citizens from age 18 through 25?Selective Service System, "Who Needs to Register"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.2, content focus
Which of these is an obligation the law requires of citizens, not a responsibility they choose to take on?Civics EOC Assessment Test Item Specifications, benchmark SS.7.CG.2.2, clarification 1 and content focus
Which power of the courts was established by the Supreme Court's decision in Marbury v. Madison?U.S. Courts, Supreme Court Landmarks, Marbury v. Madison; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.11
Government Policies and Political Processes 15
A government fills the streets with posters and broadcasts that give only its own side and leave out facts that disagree. What is this called?Cambridge Dictionary, "propaganda"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.9
A reporter studies city records, finds that an official misused public money, and publishes the story. Which role of the media does this show?Cambridge Dictionary, "watchdog"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.8, clarification 1
An interest group pays a woman to meet with lawmakers and persuade them to vote for a bill. What is she called?Cambridge Dictionary, "lobbyist"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.8, content focus
How is the number of electoral votes for each state decided?National Archives, "What is the Electoral College?"; U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 1; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.14
In Florida, what is the deadline to register to vote in an upcoming election?Florida Department of State, Division of Elections, "Register to Vote or Update your Information"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.6
In which kind of economy does the government control what goods are made, how many are made and what they cost?Cambridge Dictionary, "command economy" and "free enterprise"; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.15, content focus
Many residents oppose a new parking plan. A news story about the plan quotes five people who support it and nobody who is against it. What does the story show?Cambridge Dictionary, "bias"; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.9
The national government makes four decisions. Which one is foreign policy rather than domestic policy?Cambridge Dictionary, "treaty"; benchmark SS.7.CG.4.1, clarification 1 and content focus
The President negotiates a treaty with another country. Who must agree before the treaty is made?U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 2; benchmark SS.7.CG.4.1
Residents of a Florida city want lights added to the ball field in their city park. Which body should they ask first?Florida Constitution, Article VIII, Section 2(b); benchmark SS.7.CG.2.10, clarification 1
To pressure another country to change its actions, the United States stops trading with it but sends no troops. Which tool of foreign policy is this?Cambridge Dictionary, "sanction"; benchmark SS.7.CG.4.3, clarification 3
Under the Florida Constitution, what is the youngest age at which a person can be elected governor?Florida Constitution, Article IV, Section 5(b); benchmark SS.7.CG.2.7
The United States belongs to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). What do its members promise one another under Article 5 of their treaty?NATO, "Collective defence and Article 5"; benchmark SS.7.CG.4.2, clarification 1
What change did the 12th Amendment make to the way the Electoral College works?U.S. Constitution, Amendment XII; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.14
Which person meets the Constitution's requirements to be President?U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 1; benchmark SS.7.CG.2.7
Organization and Function of Government 15
A country is ruled by religious leaders. What form of government does it have?Cambridge Dictionary, "theocracy," "monarchy" and "republic"; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.1
A state passes a law that conflicts with a federal law made under the Constitution. Which law must judges follow?U.S. Constitution, Article VI (the Supremacy Clause); benchmark SS.7.CG.3.4, content focus
After an amendment to the U.S. Constitution is proposed, what share of the states must ratify it?U.S. Constitution, Article V; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.5
The Constitution does not give the national government power over marriage licenses, so each state makes its own rules. What kind of power is the state using?U.S. Bill of Rights, Tenth Amendment; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.4
The House and the Senate have both passed the same version of a bill. What happens to the bill next?USA.gov, "How laws are made"; U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 7; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.7
How does a proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution finally become part of it?Florida Constitution, Article XI, Section 5(e); benchmark SS.7.CG.3.12, clarification 3
In the impeachment process, what is the job of the Senate?U.S. Constitution, Article I, Sections 2 and 3; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.3, content focus
In which system of government does a constitution divide power between a national government and state governments?U.S. Bill of Rights, Tenth Amendment; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.2
The President chooses a person to be a Supreme Court justice. What must happen before that person can join the Court?U.S. Constitution, Article II, Section 2; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.3, content focus
Thirteen states keep most of the power and create a weak central government that cannot tax or control trade. Which system of government is this?National Archives, Articles of Confederation (1777); benchmark SS.7.CG.3.2
What is the main task of an appellate court?U.S. Courts, "Court Role and Structure," Courts of Appeals; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.9, clarification 4
Which level of government coins money and runs the post offices?U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 8; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.13
Which list names the four kinds of courts in Florida's state court system?Florida Constitution, Article V, Section 1; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.9
Which part of the national government has the power to declare war?U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 8; benchmark SS.7.CG.3.3
Who holds the supreme executive power in Florida's state government?Florida Constitution, Article IV, Section 1(a); benchmark SS.7.CG.3.8
How this list was compiled: Outline: the Test Design Summary and Blueprint, State Academic Standards for Social Studies (Civics End-of-Course Assessment, updated October 18, 2023), https://www.fldoe.org/file/5662/SocialStudies-TDS.pdf; the Civics EOC Assessment Test Item Specifications (November 2023), https://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5662/urlt/CivicsEOCTIS.pdf; and the 2026-27 Science and Social Studies End-of-Course Assessments Fact Sheet (August 2026), https://www.fldoe.org/file/5662/2627SciSSEOCFactSheet.pdf; all linked from the Florida Department of Education's End-of-Course Assessments page, https://www.fldoe.org/accountability/assessments/k-12-student-assessment/end-of-course-eoc-assessments/, and read 2026-10-07. Facts: the National Archives' transcripts of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and Amendments 11 to 27; the Articles of Confederation, Magna Carta and Electoral College pages of the National Archives; the Florida Constitution on the Legislature's site; uscourts.gov, USA.gov, USCIS, the Selective Service System, the Florida Division of Elections and NATO; the Mayflower Compact and the English Bill of Rights at Yale Law School's Avalon Project; word meanings from the Cambridge Dictionary. Each question names its own source, and every page was read 2026-10-07. Licence: Own work. Questions, answer choices and explanations were written for this site from the benchmarks and the public sources named. Nothing is copied or reworded from a Civics EOC test, a released test, a sample item of the state or another practice test. Short quotations from public documents are marked as quotations.
How it works
Unofficial practice for the Civics end-of-course assessment that Florida middle schoolers take. Every question is our own; none comes from a real or released test. Not affiliated with the Florida Department of Education.
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What the test covers
The state's blueprint sorts the test into four reporting categories, and the questions here keep its shares. Origins and Purposes of Law and Government is the largest: the founding documents and the ideas behind them. Roles, Rights, and Responsibilities of Citizens covers citizenship, the Bill of Rights and landmark Supreme Court cases. Government Policies and Political Processes covers elections, the media and foreign policy. Organization and Function of Government covers the three branches, federalism and Florida's own government.
How the answers are checked
Each question practices one benchmark of Florida's civics and government standards, named under the answer. Each fact was read in a public source named there too: a National Archives transcript of a founding document, the Florida Constitution, or a federal page.
The state's item specifications say questions will not ask for a right by its amendment number. Learn what each right protects.
Questions on state courts, elections and offices are limited to Florida, so read the qualifications in the Florida Constitution.
Questions and answers
Is there an FSA civics practice test?
FSA was the name of Florida's former reading and math tests. Civics has its own end-of-course assessment, which this page follows.
How many questions are on the Florida Civics EOC?
The state's test design summary gives a range of 48 to 54 items, counting field-test items. All are multiple choice with four options. The range may vary because the test is computer-adaptive.
How long is the FL Civics EOC?
One 160-minute session with a short break after the first 80 minutes. A student who is not finished may keep working for up to the length of a typical school day.
What score do you need to pass the Civics EOC in Florida?
Scores run from 325 to 475 in five achievement levels. The lowest score in Level 3, which is 394, is the passing score. A percent right on this page is not a scale score and cannot predict a level.
Does the Civics EOC count toward your grade?
The state's fact sheet describes the assessment as one that is averaged in as 30 percent of the course grade. Ask your school how it applies the result.