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

• 1776

• 1787

• 1791

• 1802

Which state refused to send representatives to the Constitutional Convention?

• New Hampshire

• Delaware

• Connecticut

• Rhode Island

Which of the following accurately describes the preamble of the Constitution?

• Additions made to the Constitution to supplement it

• The foundation of the Constitution, providing operational instructions

• An introductory explanation of the Constitution, stating its purpose

• The conclusion of the Constitution, expressing hopes for the future

Which Constitutional Article discusses states’ roles, rights and responsibilities?

• Article Four

• Article Five

• Article Six

• Article Seven

What percentage of states must ratify an amendment for it to be added to the Constitution?

• 50 percent

• 66 percent (two-thirds)

• 75 percent

• 100 percent

How many total amendments have been added to the Constitution?

• 10

• 18

• 27

• 31

What year was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

• 1787

• 1791

• 1802

• 1810

Which is the only amendment to be repealed?

• 12th Amendment

• 16th Amendment

• 18th Amendment

• 21st Amendment

When was the most recent amendment added to the Constitution?

• 1976

• 1981

• 1989

• 1992

The U.S. Constitution establishes the United States as a __________________.

• Democratic society

• Monarchical society

• Dictatorial society

• Aristocratic society