The U.S. Constitution

What is the written plan for our government?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

• The U.S. Constitution

In what year was the U. S. Constitution written?

• 1787

• 1492

• 1911

• 1659

In which city was the Constitution written? 

• Washington D.C.

• Boston

• New York

• Philadelphia

The purpose of the Preamble is to explain the goals and purposes of the new government.

• True

• False

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of writing the Constitution

• Protect the rights and freedoms of American citizens

• Makes sure everyone is being treated fair and equally

• Multiply the power of the government

• Keeps the rights of citizens from being taken away

Which branch of the government contains the House of Representatives and the Senate?

• Judicial

• Legislative

• Executive

• Congress

The president is in charge of which branch of government?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

Which branch of the government declares laws constitutional or unconstitutional?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• President

How many amendments do we currently have to our Constitution?

• 10

• 16

• 22

• 27

What are the first 10 amendments to our Constitution called?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Magna Carta

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation