Civics Basic Knowledge Test

What is the name of the document that guarantees our individual freedoms?

• A. Declaration of Independence

• B. Constitution

• C. Preamble

How many amendments are there?

• A. 10

• B. 18

• C. 27

• D. 35

What do we call the first ten amendments?

• A. Preamble

• B. Bill of Rights

• C. Declaration of Independence

• D. Constitution

How many branches are there in our government?

• A. 3

• B. 5

• C. 7

• D. 10

What is the name of the document that explains our country's desire to be free from British rule?

• A. Preamble

• B. Bill of Rights

• C. Declaration of Independence

• D. Constitution

What is the minimum age to run for President?

• A. 25

• B. 30

• C. 35

• D. 40

What is the introductory paragraph in the Constitution called?

• A. Declaration of Independence

• B. Preamble

• C. Bill of Rights

• D. Constitution Introduction

What does the Constitution do?

• A. Gives the President total control

• B. Changes the laws

• C. Petitions the government

• D. Protects Americans basic rights

What is an amendment?

• A. A bill

• B. A law

• C. A right

• D. An addition or change

What is one right or freedom in the 1st amendment?

• A. right to vote

• B. freedom to bear arms

• C. freedom of speech

• D. right to own property