Principles of American Democracy

What is the supreme law of the land?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

Answer explanation

The supreme law of the land is The Constitution. It is the highest legal authority in the United States and outlines the fundamental principles and rights of the country.

What is freedom of religion?

• You must practice your religion

• You can practice any religion, or not practice a religion

• You cannot practice a religion

Answer explanation

Freedom of religion means you can practice any religion or choose not to practice a religion.

What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Preamble

• The Constitution

Answer explanation

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are called the Bill of Rights. It guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to individuals.

What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?

• To break the law

• To vote

• Speech

Answer explanation

One right from the First Amendment is speech, which allows individuals to express their thoughts and opinions freely.

What is an amendment?

• A right

• A law

• An addition or change

Answer explanation

An amendment is an addition or change. It refers to making alterations or additions to a document, law, or agreement.

The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?

• Freedom is true

• We the people

• The government believes

Answer explanation

The first three words of the Constitution are 'We the people', emphasizing the idea of self-government.

What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?

• Life and liberty

• Liberty and taxes

• Pursuit of happiness and taxes

Answer explanation

The Declaration of Independence grants the rights of life and liberty to individuals, making them fundamental and inalienable.

What did the Declaration of Independence do?

• Declared a truce with Great Britain

• Said that the United States is free

• Abolished slavery

Answer explanation

The Declaration of Independence declared that the United States is free from Great Britain.

What is the Rule Of Law?

• The government is above the law.

• Everyone must follow the law.

• Leaders do not have to follow the law

Answer explanation

The Rule of Law means that everyone must follow the law, including the government. It ensures fairness and equality in society.

What does the Constitution do?

• Sets up the government

• Gives the President complete power

• Protects the rights of only the President and Congress

Answer explanation

The Constitution sets up the government and protects the rights of the President and Congress.