Road to the US Constitution

Which document was heavily influenced by the Magna Carta and the English Bill of Rights?

• Mayflower Compact

• Articles of Confederation

• US Constitution

• Royal Charter

When was the US Constitution signed by all delegates?

• May 29, 1787

• June 21, 1787

• September 17, 1787

• December 7, 1787

Which branch of the federal government does Article II establish?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• None of the above

What is the supreme law of the United States?

• Mayflower Compact

• Articles of Confederation

• US Constitution

• Royal Charter

Which article of the US Constitution outlines the relationship between states and the US?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

How many amendments have been made to the US Constitution?

• 7

• 10

• 27

• 50

Which document was ratified by all 13 states in 1781?

• Mayflower Compact

• Articles of Confederation

• US Constitution

• Royal Charter

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the US Constitution?

• To assign powers to the government

• To outline the structure of the government

• To establish the rights of the individual

• To provide an introduction and goals of the Constitution

Which branch of the federal government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• None of the above

What is the minimum age requirement to be a member of the House of Representatives?

• 18 years

• 21 years

• 25 years

• 30 years