The U.S. Constitution

Which of the following is the only power that the Constitution does NOT give to Congress?

• The power to borrow money

• The power to provide for the defense of the United States

• The power to create a Social Security system

• The power to establish post offices

The First Amendment guarantees

• the right to a speedy trial.

• freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

• the right to bear arms.

• the right to vote.

The U.S. Congress is bicameral. What does that mean?

• There is a House of Representatives and a Senate.

• There is a West Wing and an East Wing.

• There is a federal court and a Supreme Court.

• There are elected officials and appointed officials.

Which of the following is NOT a qualification to serve in the House of Representatives.

• You have to be at least 25 years old.

• You have to be a lawyer.

• You have to live in the state you represent.

• You have to be a U.S. citizen.

What is the term of office for a Supreme Court Justice?

• They have to be re-elected every four years.

• They serve during the term of the President who appoints them.

• They can serve until they are 65 years old.

• They serve for life.

If a government official were impeached, where would their trial be held?

• In the district federal court where alleged crime occurred.

• In the House of Representatives.

• In the Senate.

• In the Supreme Court.

If a bill is vetoed by the President, how can it become a law?

• It is approved by 2/3 of the House of Representatives.

• It is approved by 2/3 of the Senate.

• It is approved by 2/3 of the House of Representatives AND the Senate.

• It is approved by a citizen's referendum.

Which amendment prohibits "cruel and unusual punishments?"

• II (2)

• IV (4)

• VI (6)

• VIII (8)

Which of the following is NOT a power granted to the President by the Constitution?

• Commander in Chief of Army and Navy

• Declares laws unconstitutional

• Grant pardons for crimes against the United States

• Make treaties with foreign countries

Select all of the types of cases for which the Supreme Court has jurisdiction.

• Constitutional Law

• Federal Crimes

• Disputes between states

• Cases affecting foreign ambassadors

• Civil Cases