Constitution Quiz

After the Revolutionary war, why was the new country of the United states so weak?

• The states did not want to give the government to much power to the federal government.

• They were a loose association at the time.

• They could not collect tax money because they did not have a government yet.

• They were fighting too much on what type of government they should have.

Why did the Founding Fathers start the Preamble with "We the people?"

• The government will treat everyone fairly.

• It was created for the people by the people.

• The government will promise peace for all its citizens.

• The government will take care of all the well-being of its people.

What is the preamble to the Preamble to the constitution?

• the guidelines to read the document

• the list of grievances the founding fathers have

• it states the purpose of the document

• a list of of freedoms

Why was the bill of rights included in the constitution?

• To protect the rights of the US citizens

• Create laws that give the federal government more power.

• set up 3 branches of government

• give citizens the right to vote.

What does it mean when an amendment is made to the Constitution

• adds additional grievances to the declaration of independence

• creates additional responsibilities for congress members

• an addition made to the constitution that may alter or change a law

• creates checks and balance for the government

Which of the following is the best description of what the Constitution of the United States is?

• A letter the Founding Fathers wrote to the citizens explaining what America stands for.

• A document outlining all of the things Great Britain did wrong.

• A new plan for government for the United States of America.

• A list of rights that the American People have.

In the preamble of the constitution what does the phrase "Provide for the common defense" mean?

• protect their liberty and rights

• the people give power to government through their votes

• the government must protect the country

• insure peace in the nation

In the preamble of the constitution what does the phrase "Insure domestic tranquility " mean?

• secure the blessings of liberty

• Guarantees peace within the country.

• created for the people by the people

• take care of the wellbeing of its citizens.

In the preamble of the constitution what does the phrase "Promote the general wealthfare" mean?

• take care of the citizens well being

• provide for the common defense

• create 3 branches of government

• insure peace in the land

In the preamble of the constitution what does the phrase "Secure the blessing of liberty " mean?

• provide for the common defense

• provides all care for citizens

• the government protects our natural rights

• insures peace and domestic tranquility