Important Documents Practice

Which document established the United States as an independent nation away from Great Britain?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

What is the purpose of the government according to the Declaration of Independence?

• To protect life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

• To establish laws and regulations

• To enforce the Constitution

• To maintain national security

Which document outlines the rights and responsibilities of citizens in the United States?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

Who wrote the Declaration of Independence?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

What is the purpose of the Constitution of the United States?

• To establish the government and its functions

• To declare independence from Great Britain

• To outline the rights of citizens

• To establish trade agreements

How many amendments are there in the Constitution of the United States?

• 10

• 27

• 50

• 100

What are changes made to the Constitution called?

• Laws

• Amendments

• Treaties

• Resolutions

Which document lists things the government is not allowed to do?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

Who elects representatives to make decisions for the common good?

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• The People

• The Congress

According to President Abraham Lincoln, what kind of government is the United States?

• A monarchy

• A dictatorship

• A government of the people, by the people, for the people

• A communist regime