Constitution

Front

Which of the following was NOT one of the weaknesses of the government under the Articles of Confederation?

• A weak central government
• States were coining their own money
• Unable to put down rebellions
• George Washington was prevented from being president

Back

George Washington was prevented from being president

Front

What is the "thesis" of the Constitution that sets out its purpose?

Back

The Preamble

Front

This branch is made up of a lower and upper house

Back

Legislative

Front

Which branch has the power to make treaties?

Back

Executive

Front

Which branch has the power to imprison citizens when it feels it is necessary?

Back

None of the branches have this power

Front

Regulating drinking age is a power of? Options: The state, National government, Both, Neither

Back

The state

Front

In the federal system, who carries out taxation? Options: The state, National government, Both, Neither

Back

Both

Front

Rights protected in the 1st amendment: Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition, Religion, Rebellion, Protest, Education

Back

Speech, Press, Assembly, Petition, Religion

Front

Which of the following is NOT a right granted by the 5th amendment?

• To not self incriminate
• Eminent Domain (Just compensation for property used by the government)
• Double jeopardy
• Right to a public defender

Back

Right to a public defender

Front

If the punishment does not fit the crime, what amendment has been violated?

Back

8th