Introduction to the US Constitution

The _________ is the written form of ideals and practices of the central government for the United States

Why is the Constitution called the highest law of the land?

• Because it's the only law

• Because it's the law for states only

• Because it's the law that everyone else should follow

• Because it's the law for children

How many amendments are in the Constitution?

• 20
• 30
• 25
• 27

What year was the U.S. Constitution written?

• 1776

• 1787

• 1800

• 1790

Why is the U.S. Constitution referred to as 'the highest law of the land'?

• It is the longest law

• It is the most complex law

• It overrides other laws

• It is the oldest law

The Constitution is the law that supports all other laws and other laws must follow

• True

• False

Why does the Constitution begin with "We the People"?

• The US Government only exist for the people

• The US Government only exist for the people, and by the people

What is the significance of the phrase 'We the People' in the Constitution?

• It highlights the role of the government

• It underscores a government for and by the people

• It emphasizes individualism

• It signifies the government's power

The Constitution is made up of 7 ______and 27 amendments

The First Amendment of the Constitution allows for which of the following?

• Freedom of Speech

• Freedom of Religion

• Right to Petition

• Right to Assemble

• All of the Above