The United States Constitution and The Bill of Rights

The United States Constitution explains how our government is set up.

• True
• False

What is a constitution?

•  A constitution is a piece of paper for a test. 
•  A constitution is a written plan for a government.
•  A constitution is a person from the government.

Our Constitution lists the rights and freedoms of United States citizens. 

• True
• False

The first three words of the Constitution are: 

• "We are the People"
• "We the People"

The first ______ amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights.

• 5
• 20
• 10

The Bill of Rights are the basic rights and freedoms of a few American citizens.

• True
• False

One basic right or freedom not listed in the Bill of Rights is: 

• speech
• religion
• press
• eating

Other  rights guarantee citizens the right to: 

• a fair but unjust trial with no jury
• an unjust and slow trial with a jury of their peers
• a fair and speedy trial with a jury of their peers

What are patriotic songs? 

• Patriotic songs are songs that celebrate our nation and some celebrate our freedom. 
• Patriotic songs are songs that are about made for dancing.

What is "The Star-Spangled Banner"? 

• It is a really nice sign.
• It is a patriotic song that shows love for freedom and our country