Social Studies Quiz

What is the introductory statement on the United States Constitution called?

• Magna Carta

• Bill of Rights

• Virginia Declaration of Rights

• Preamble

Which law forced Native American Tribes to move out of their homes in the Southern United States?

• Indian Removal Act

• Magna Carta

• English Bill of Rights

• Virginia Declaration of Rights

Who helped Lewis and Clark as a guide and interpreter?

• Lewis and Clark

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• Sacagawea

Which branch of government does the President of the United States belong to?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• None of the above

What did Lewis and Clark explore?

• Louisiana Territory and the Pacific Northwest

• New England

• Southern United States

• Great Plains

Which amendment of the United States Constitution grants citizens the rights to freedom of speech, religion, and press?

• 1st Amendment

• 2nd Amendment

• 4th Amendment

• 3rd Amendment

Who was considered the 'Father of the Constitution'?

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

Which country sold the Louisiana Territory to the United States?

• Mexico

• England

• France

• Spain

What was the impact of the Louisiana Purchase in 1803?

• The United States gained independence

• The size of the United States doubled

• The United States lost territory

• The United States formed a new government

When the U.S. government gave too much power to the states through the Articles of Confederation, they knew they needed to meet and create a new government

system. The delegates met at what is known as the __________________________.

• Constitutional Convention

• Convention of Delegates

• Dance Party Convention

• Boston Tea Party