Constitution Quiz

What is the supreme law of the land?

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

What does the Constitution do?

• Sets up the government

• Establishes state laws

• Creates international treaties

• Defines the economy

What is the “rule of law”?

• Everyone must follow the law.

• Only leaders must follow the law.

• The law applies only to citizens.

• The law is optional.

What stops one branch of government from becoming too powerful?

• Checks and balances

• Separation of powers

• Veto power

• Judicial review

Who is in charge of the executive branch?

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Speaker of the House

• The Chief Justice

We elect a U.S. Senator for how many years?

• Six (6)

• Four (4)

• Two (2)

• Eight (8)

The House of Representatives has how many voting members?

• Four hundred thirty-five (435)

• Two hundred (200)

• One hundred (100)

• Five hundred (500)

If the President can no longer serve, who becomes President?

• the Vice President

• the Speaker of the House

• the Secretary of State

• the Chief Justice

What does the President’s Cabinet do?

• advises the President

• makes laws

• enforces laws

• interprets laws

How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

• Seven (7)

• Nine (9)

• Eleven (11)

• Thirteen (13)