Anatomy of the Constitution Quiz

What is the purpose of the Preamble in the Constitution?

• To introduce the Constitution

• To explain the powers of Congress

• To describe the job of the executive branch

• To list the powers of the Supreme Court

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive branch

• Legislative branch

• Judicial branch

• State governments

How many senators are there in the United States?

• 50

• 100

• 435

• 538

What is the special duty of the Senate?

• Act as a court during impeachments

• Introduce bills that raise money

• Represent the interests of citizens in the entire state

• Make sure laws are carried out

Which house of Congress must all bills that raise money start in?

• Senate

• House of Representatives

• Supreme Court

• State legislatures

What are the powers of Congress listed in Article I?

• Collect taxes, borrow money, and make rules for becoming a citizen

• Maintain a cabinet of advisors and negotiate treaties

• Declare war and support an army and navy

• All of the above

What is the main job of the executive branch?

• Interpret laws

• Make laws

• Carry out and enforce laws

• Decide court cases

Who appoints Supreme Court Justices and federal court judges?

• The president

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The state governments

What does Article IV of the Constitution describe?

• The powers of Congress

• The job of the executive branch

• The interaction between states

• The process of amending the Constitution

How can the Constitution be amended?

• By a majority vote in Congress

• By a majority vote in state legislatures

• By a special convention held by the states

• All of the above