6.5 Articles of the Constitution

Multiple Choice

Why are the Articles of the U.S. Constitution significant in shaping the government of the United States?

• They provide guidelines for state governments only.

• They establish the framework for the federal (national) government.

• They outline the rights of individual citizens only.

• They are a set of amendments to the Constitution.

Multiple Choice

Which article of the U.S. Constitution outlines the roles and powers of the President?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

Multiple Choice

Which branch of government is established by Article III of the U.S. Constitution?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• States' Rights Branch

Match

Match the branch with their main responsibility.

• Makes laws

• Enforces laws

• Interprets laws

Legislative Branch

Executive Branch

Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

Multiple Choice

How many Articles are in the U.S. Constitution?

• 5

• 4

• 7

• 3

Sentence Stem:
It is important to understand the articles of the U.S. Constitution because ____.

We will be working in groups using an activity called Thinking Hats.

Write SKIP on your 6.5 Practice Page.

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