3.9 The Constitution AMSCO Q

What was the main goal of the men who wrote the newly ratified Constitution?

• To create a monarchy

• To follow the ideals of the Enlightenment

• To establish a dictatorship

• To abolish state governments.

What did the Framers want to correct with the new Constitution?

• The strengths of the Articles of Confederation

• The weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation

• The power of the monarchy

• The influence of foreign nations.

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws, passing taxes, and allocating spending?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Federal

What is the role of the judicial branch?

• To make laws

• To interpret laws and the Constitution

• To enforce laws

• To veto laws

Which branch of government can interpret laws but cannot write new laws?

• A) Executive

• B) Legislative

• C) Judicial

• D) Federal

What does the First Amendment protect?

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom of speech, religion, and press

• The right to a fair trial

• The right to privacy

What is the focus of the Second Amendment?

• Freedom of speech

• Right to bear arms

• Right to privacy

• Right to a fair trial

What does the Third Amendment prohibit?

• Unreasonable searches

• Quartering of soldiers in private homes

• Censorship of the press

• Establishment of religion

Which amendment states you have the right to remain silent?

• Fifth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Seventh Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

What right is protected by the Sixth Amendment?

• Right to bear arms

• Right to a speedy and public trial

• Right to free speech

• Right to privacy