US Constitution Quiz

What is the main focus of Amendment # 2?

• Freedom of speech

• Right to bear arms

• Right to a fair trial

• Protection against self-incrimination

According to Amendment # 3, when can soldiers be quartered in a house?

• During peacetime without consent

• Only during wartime

• With the owner's consent

• Never

What fraction of the states must ratify an amendment for it to become part of the Constitution?

• One half

• Two thirds

• Three fourths

• One third

What does the Preamble to the US Constitution aim to secure for the people?

• Wealth and prosperity

• Blessings of Liberty

• Military dominance

• Global influence

What does the Preamble to the US Constitution aim to insure?

• Domestic Tranquility

• International peace

• Economic growth

• Technological advancement

What right is guaranteed by Amendment # 6 in criminal prosecutions?

• Right to bear arms

• Right to a speedy and public trial

• Right to vote

• Right to free speech

What does Amendment # 8 prohibit?

• Freedom of religion

• Cruel and unusual punishments

• Quartering of soldiers

• Unreasonable searches

Amendment # 9 states that the enumeration of certain rights in the Constitution shall not be used to do what?

• Deny or disparage others retained by the people

• Limit the power of the government

• Expand the rights of the states

• Restrict freedom of speech

According to Amendment # 10, powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution are reserved to whom?

• The federal government

• The President

• The States or the people

• The Supreme Court

Which amendment protects against being tried twice for the same offense?

• Amendment # 4

• Amendment # 5

• Amendment # 6

• Amendment # 8