Ch. 9: Constitution Pre-Assessment

Which branch of government makes sure the laws are carried out and enforced?

• judicial
• legislative
• executive

Which branch of government does the President belong to?

• judicial
• legislative
• executive

Congress is made up of which two parts?

• Cabinet and Senate
• Senate and the House of Representatives
• Supreme Court and House of Representatives
• Senate and Supreme Court

How many members are in the House of Representatives?

• 50
• 100
• 435

Which term means "a change or addition to the Constitution"?

• propose

• republican

• federalism

• amendment

How many years is one term for a representative (House of Representatives)?

• 1 year

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

How many years is one term for a Senator?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 8 years

What is the introduction paragraph to the Constitution called?

• Preamble
• Bill of Rights
• Amendments

Which two groups must approve a bill, in order for it to go to the President to become a law?

• Supreme Court and the President
• House of Representatives and Senate
• Judicial Branch and Executive Branch

Which of the following has the power to declare war on another country?

• President
• Congress
• Supreme Court