1.1 SQ#2

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

• To declare independence from British rule

• To outline the purposes and principles behind the creation of the Constitution

• To establish the rules for the American Civil War

• To provide a detailed description of American laws

Which of the following is NOT one of the objectives mentioned in the Preamble to the US Constitution?

• To establish Justice

• To insure domestic Tranquility

• To promote universal healthcare

• To secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity

What does the phrase "We the People" in the Preamble to the United States Constitution emphasize regarding the source of governmental power?

• The power of the government is derived from an appointed monarch.

• The authority and power of the government come from the collective will of the people.

• The government's power is inherited through a line of succession.

• The power of the government is independent of the people's will.

What is the US Constitution considered as?

• A historical document

• The supreme law of the land

• A declaration of independence

• A bill of rights

How many branches does the US Constitution divide the federal government into?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the purpose of dividing the federal government into branches according to the US Constitution?

• To ensure efficient operation

• To create a system of checks and balances

• To make sure no individual or group will have too much power

• To distribute responsibilities equally

How many articles does the US Constitution consist of?

• Five

• Six

• Seven

• Eight

What do the articles of the US Constitution address?

• The history of the United States

• The rights of the states

• Different aspects of the structure, powers, and functions of the federal government

• The responsibilities of the citizens

What does Article I of the United States Constitution describe?

• The Executive Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The Bill of Rights

Which two separate chambers compose the United States Congress?

• The Senate and the House of Commons

• The House of Lords and the House of Representatives

• The House of Representatives and the Senate

• The Supreme Court and the House of Representatives