Preamble to the Constitution Quiz

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

• To organize political parties

• To outline the goals and purposes of the government

• To establish a monarchy

• To abolish the Constitution

How does the Preamble begin?

• We the Government

• We the People

• We the Founding Fathers

• We the British Colonies

Which of the following is NOT listed as a purpose of the United States government in the Preamble?

• To form a more perfect union

• To establish justice

• To promote war

• To secure the blessings of liberty

What does the Preamble express?

• The reasons the Constitution was written

• The history of the United States

• The duties of the President

• The rules of the Senate

Where does the Preamble state the power of government comes from?

• The Founding Fathers

• The Supreme Court

• We the People

• The British Monarchy

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

• 10

• 15

• 27

• 40

Which body can propose amendments to the Constitution of the United States?

• Town Councils

• Congress or convention of the states

• International Organizations

• The President

How is an amendment to the Constitution of Virginia ratified?

• By the President

• By voters of Virginia

• By the Supreme Court

• By Congress

Who can propose an amendment to the Constitution of Virginia?

• The Governors of the States

• Action by General Assembly or constitutional convention

• Local Mayors

• The United Nations

What is the purpose of establishing justice in the United States government?

• To create chaos

• To ensure fairness and equity for all

• To oppress the citizens

• To abolish laws