Constitution Test Part 3

Front

For how many years are Representatives elected to office?

Back

2

Front

What are the three branches of the U.S. government?

Back

legislative, judicial, executive

Front

Which phrase conveys the idea that no one is above the law? Options: judicial review, court of jurisdiction, rule of law

Back

rule of law

Front

What are the two parts of the U.S. Congress?

Back

Senate and House of Representatives

Front

What did the Declaration of Independence do?

Back

declared U.S. independence from Great Britain

Front

What is the supreme law of the land?

Back

Constitution

Front

How many members does the House of Representatives have?

Back

435

Front

What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

Back

Bill of Rights

Front

What ideology is built into our government to prevent one branch from becoming too powerful?

Back

checks and balances

Front

What is an amendment?

Back

a change or addition to the Constitution