Citizenship Quiz

What is the supreme law of the land according to the principles of American Democracy?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Federal Laws

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Constitution?

• Sets up the government

• Defines the government

• Protects the basic rights of Americans

• Elects government officials

What are the first three words of the Constitution that emphasize the idea of self-government?

• We the Government

• We the People

• We the States

• We the Founders

What is an amendment in the context of the U.S. Constitution?

• A change to the Constitution

• An addition to the Constitution

• A removal from the Constitution

• Both A and B

How many amendments does the Constitution currently have?

• 10

• 27

• 50

• 100

Which two rights are guaranteed under the First Amendment?

• Right to bear arms and right to privacy

• Freedom of speech and right to vote

• Freedom of speech and freedom of religion

• Right to legal representation and right to public education

What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

• Bill of Rights

• Bill of Sale

• Constitution

• Declaration of Independence

What is the economic system in the United States known as?

• Communism

• Socialism

• Capitalism

• Monarchy

Who is responsible for making federal laws in the United States?

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• Congress

• State Governors

Who becomes President if both the President and the Vice President can no longer serve?

• Secretary of State

• Secretary of Defense

• Speaker of the House

• Chief Justice of the Supreme Court