5.2.3 Quiz

Who is known as the "Father of the Constitution"?

• George Washington

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

Who has the power in the government?

• The people

• President

• Congress

• Supreme Court

Which branch of government makes the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• The people

Which branch interprets the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• The people

Which branch enforces/enacts laws?

• executive branch
• judicial branch
• legislative branch
• administrative branch

Which of the following is NOT a part of the first amendment?

• Freedom to bear arms
• Freedom of the press
• Freedom of religion
• Freedom of speech

What does the fourth amendment say police have to have to search your home?

• search warrant
• reasonable suspicion
• consent
• probable cause

Which amendment stops cruel and unusual punishments?

• Eighth Amendment
• Fifth Amendment
• Second Amendment
• First Amendment

Why did the founder's create a system of checks and balances?

• To promote efficiency and streamline decision-making.
• To establish a monarchy and centralize power.
• To encourage collaboration and cooperation among branches of government.
• To prevent concentration of power and ensure separation of powers.

What can the President do to a law that he does not like?

• Sign the law
• Amend the law
• Ignore the law
• Veto the law