Constitution Quiz (10/18/24)

What is Federalism?

• Federalism is a type of economic system.
• Federalism is a method of international diplomacy.
• Federalism is a political ideology that promotes individualism.
• Federalism is a system of government that divides power between a central authority and regional entities.

Where in the US Constitution would I find the rules and regulations of the Legislative Branch?

• The Bill of Rights
• Article III of the US Constitution
• Article I of the US Constitution
• Article II of the US Constitution

What is the minimum age requirement for running for the US Senate? (numerical)

How long is the term for a member of the House of Representative and what is the term limit for the house?

• 2 years, 1 term limit
• 6 years, no term limit
• 4 years, 2 term limit
• 2 years, no term limit

In which of the 27 Amendments would I find the Five Freedoms listed for US citizens?

• Second Amendment
• First Amendment
• Fifth Amendment
• Tenth Amendment

What important historical impact did the Anti-Federalists have on the ratification of the US Constitution?

• The Anti-Federalists' push for a Bill of Rights influenced the ratification process by ensuring the protection of individual liberties.
• The Anti-Federalists believed that the Constitution would eliminate the need for state governments.
• The Anti-Federalists were primarily concerned with establishing a strong central government.
• The Anti-Federalists supported the immediate ratification of the Constitution without changes.

Which of the following compromises created a Bicameral Legislature in the US Constitution?

• The Missouri Compromise
• The Three-Fifths Compromise
• The Compromise of 1850
• The Great Compromise

What is a Unitary government?

• A unitary government is a decentralized system that allows local authorities to hold significant power.
• A unitary government is a centralized system of governance where all powers are held by a central authority.
• A unitary government is a form of governance where multiple independent states collaborate on equal terms.
• A unitary government is a system where power is divided among various levels of government.

How is the role of the executive different in a parliamentary government than in a presidential system?

• In a parliamentary government, the executive is part of the legislature, while in a presidential system, the executive is separate from legislative.

• In a parliamentary government, the executive is elected by the public directly, while the parliament is elected by the Electoral College.

• In a presidential system, the executive is part of the legislature and accountable to it.
• In both systems, the executive has equal power and responsibilities.

Which of the following is an example of Checks and Balances?

• The judicial branch can veto laws.

• The legislative branch can appoint judges directly.
• The legislative branch can override a presidential veto.
• The executive branch can create new laws without approval.