AP Govt Documents Quiz

Which document established the first form of national government for the United States?

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

• Federalist Papers

• Articles of Confederation

What is the main purpose of the Federalist Papers?

• To declare independence from Britain

• To argue against the ratification of the Constitution

• To argue for the ratification of the Constitution

• To outline the rights of citizens

Which amendment in the Bill of Rights guarantees the freedom of speech?

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

What year was the Declaration of Independence signed?

• 1776

• 1781

• 1787

• 1791

Which document replaced the Articles of Confederation?

• Constitution

• Bill of Rights

• Federalist Papers

• Civil Rights Act

How many original amendments does the Bill of Rights contain?

• 5

• 10

• 15

• 20

Who is known as the "Father of the Constitution"?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

Which Federalist Paper discusses the importance of checks and balances and the separation of powers?

• Federalist No. 10

• Federalist No. 51

• Federalist No. 78

• Federalist No. 85

What was the primary issue addressed by the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

• Women's suffrage

• Prohibition of alcohol

• Racial segregation and discrimination

• The right to bear arms

Which article of the Constitution outlines the legislative branch?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV