U.S. Constitution Quiz

What is the main purpose of the Preamble of the U.S. Constitution?

• To outline the structure of the legislative branch

• To introduce the Constitution and explain its intentions

• To describe the duties of the Senate

• To list the qualifications for being a member of Congress

How many senators does each state have?

• Depends on the state's population

• 2 senators per state

• 435 total divided by states

• 1 senator per state

What is the minimum age requirement to be a senator in the U.S.?

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 21 years old

Which house of Congress is responsible for starting all bills that raise money?

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• Both houses of Congress

• The Executive branch

What role does the Senate play during impeachments?

• They propose new amendments

• They start all bills that raise money

• They act as a court

• They approve presidential appointments

Before a bill becomes a law, it must be approved by:

• The President only

• The Senate only

• Both houses of Congress

• The Supreme Court

Which of the following is NOT a power of Congress according to Article I of the Constitution?

• Borrow money and pay debts

• Regulate commerce with other nations

• Appoint ambassadors, Supreme Court Justices, and federal court judges

• Coin money and punish counterfeiters

What is the primary role of the executive branch as described in Article II of the Constitution?

• To interpret laws and decide what they mean

• To carry out and enforce laws

• To create federal courts below the Supreme Court

• To make sure laws are carried out and enforced by the judicial branch

Which of the following is a power of the President as outlined in Article II?

• Grant pardons in all federal criminal offenses

• Negotiate treaties with other nations

• Declare war and support an army and navy

• Make any other laws that are 'necessary and proper'

What does Article III of the Constitution establish?

• The powers of Congress

• The executive branch

• The judicial branch

• The Electoral College