Unit 3: Constitution TEST CORRECTIONS

Which of these rights guarantee that people cannot be punished if they speak out against the government? Select two correct answers.

• Congress cannot prevent people from owning weapons

• Congress cannot make a law limiting free speech

• The government cannot conduct unlawful searches or seizures of private property

• Congress cannot make a law limiting freedom of the press

What part of the Constitution is Patrick Henry criticizing in this excerpt?

• The power granted to the central government

• The establishment of a separate judicial branch

• The difficulty of the amendment process

• The eligibility requirements for congressional office

Which quote from the Preamble of the Constitution reflects the principle of popular sovereignty?

• "insure domestic tranquility"

• "to form a more perfect union"

• "We the people"

• "secure the blessings of liberty"

Which amendment included in the Bill of Rights directly addressed the grievance shown above?

• Eighth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

A process for amending the Constitution was included by the Framers in order to allow -

• The Constitution to adjust to changing times.

• Congress to expand its power in time of war.

• States to have power in times of emergency.

• Congress to override the President's veto.

Which statement best replaces the question mark?

• Larger states would be granted more power than smaller states

• The U.S. Congress would consist of a House of Representatives and a Senate

• The Senate would be determined by the population of states

• Every five slaves would count as three free persons for taxation purposes

Which group of people would most agree with George Mason's concerns about government under the Constitution?

• Federalists

• Loyalists

• Anti-Federalists

• Unionists

During the debates at the Constitutional Convention, which point about the Articles of Confederation would have been made by a Federalist?

• "The states are unable to protect the rights of the people."

• "The existing national government lacks sufficient power."

• "The states are in danger of losing the ability to raise revenue."

• "The existing national government lacks the ability to add new states to the union."

The primary goal of the 3rd Amendment is to -

• Support militia groups organize by each state legislature.

• Protect British loyalist still living throughout the United States.

• Ensure citizens are not forced to care for those in the military.

• Look after soldiers to guarantee their well-being.

Which of these grievances from the Declaration of Independence best explains why colonists were unhappy about their lack of representation the British parliament?

• "He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good."

• "For imposing taxes without our consent."

• "He has refused to pass other Laws for the accommodation of large districts of people."

• "For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended offense."