The Constitution and Bill of Rights

Which of the four "progressive amendments" gave women the right to vote?

• 16

• 19

• 18

• 17

Who can propose an amendment to the Constitution?

• a two-third majority of Congress

• the president

• The Supreme Court

• a simple majority of Congress

Which statement best expresses the purpose of the opening words of the Us Constitution, "We the people?"

• All citizens are guaranteed freedom of speech.

• Federal laws are subject to congressional votes.

• Americans favor unrestricted immigration polices.

• Political sovereignty stems from the consent of the people.

Which of the following is the best example of a check on presidential power?

• Congress overriding a presidential veto.

• The Supreme Court finding a law unconstitutional

• The presidential negotiating an international treaty

• The Senate voting to pass a new law

Why did the Founding Father include the Bill of Rights with the Constitution?

• to define the role of Congress to provide representation for the people

• to protect the rights of individuals from the federal government

• to limit the power of the state governments to enact laws

• to distribute powers between the judicial, legislative, and executive branches

Which statement best describes federalism?

• It is the division of powers between a national government and state governments.

• It is the authority to make and enforce decisions based on written constitution.

• It is the difference in the functions of the economy's public and private sectors.

• It is the use of checks and balances between the three different government and branches.

What concept is illustrated by the fact that Congress has power the power to introduce and pass laws, and the president has the responsibility to enforce all federal laws?

• Judicial Review

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

• Federalism