Understanding the U.S. Constitution

What year was the Constitution written?

• 1795

• 1800

• 1776

• 1787

What nickname is given to the Constitution?

• The Highest Law in the Land

• The Great Charter

• The Liberty Papers

• The Freedom Document

How many articles are in the Constitution?

• 7

• 12

• 10

• 5

What are the first three words of the Constitution?

• United We Stand

• In God We

• Liberty and Justice

• We the People

What does the Constitution primarily protect?

• State boundaries

• The president's powers

• People's rights

• International treaties

Which amendment outlawed slavery?

• 15th Amendment

• 13th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 1st Amendment

What is the main focus of the first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights?

• Define government structure

• Outline state powers

• Regulate commerce

• Protect basic freedoms

Which amendment gave women the right to vote?

• 19th Amendment

• 13th Amendment

• 18th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

How many amendments does the Constitution currently have?

• 27

• 25

• 30

• 20

What does the Constitution require all other laws to do?

• Ignore its guidelines

• Support and follow it

• Challenge its authority

• Operate independently