US Constitution Checkpoint

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What is the purpose of the preamble in the US Constitution?

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To explain the purpose of the document (the introduction)

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What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the House of Representatives?

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25 years old

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How often does Congress have to meet according to Article 1 Section 4 of the Constitution?

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Once every year

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Who is the commander-in-chief of the armed forces according to Article 2 Section 2 of the Constitution?

Back

The President

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Who is the president of the Senate according to Article 1 of the Constitution?

Back

The Vice President

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Who nominates a judge for the judicial branch according to Article 3 of the Constitution?

Back

The President

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What does Article 4 of the Constitution establish?

Back

Relations between the states and government

Front

Criminals must be returned to their state of citizenship.

Back

True

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How many amendments have been ratified since 1789?

Back

27

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How can Congress propose Amendments to the Constitution?

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2/3 deem it necessary