U.S. Constitution

Which group felt that a bill of rights was necessary to guarantee individual rights and freedom?

• The Federalists
• The Nationalists
• The Anti-Federalists 
• The Conservatives

During the years 1788-91, Americans debated whether to ratify the constitution. During this time, the Anti-Federalists engaged in many activities to express their viewpoint of the Constitution. Which of the following is a direct outcome of the Anti-Federalist's activities? 

• The AoC were revised
• Women were given the right to vote
• A bill of rights was added to the Constitution
• New amendments were added to the Magna Carta

The statement below is a historical quote by Alexander Hamilton. the statement clearly demonstrates Hamilton's position as what? 
"Yes, my countrymen...I am clearly of the opinion it is in your best interest to adopt it [the Constitution]. I am convinced that this is the safest course for your liberty, your dignity, and your happiness." 

• An Anti-Federalist 
• A radical
• A Federalist
• A right's activist

According to the Preamble, where does the authority of the federal government come from? 

• the states
• Electoral College
• the people
• the President

The statement in the Preamble "We the People" expresses the principle

• Popular Sovereignty
• Federalism
• Checks and Balances
• Separation of Powers

The first 3 Articles of the constitution establishes what?

• Three levels of government
• Statehood
• Trust in the Government
• Three Branches of Government

Which principle in the Constitution describes how power is shared between the national government and the states?

• Popular Sovereignty
• Limited Government
• Checks and Balances
• Federalism

According to the principle of republicanism, the Framers of the U.S. Constitution had in mind that a government be ruled by -

• Anyone other than a King
• Representatives elected by the people
• The educated and powerful
• The direct votes of the people

Which of these is an example of the ability of Congress to check another branch?

• Appointing Judges
• Approving Judges nominated by the President
• Judicial Review
• Veto Power

The Branch with the Power to veto a bill passed by Congress is

• Judicial Branch
• Executive Branch
• National Government
• Legislative Branch