Constitution Guided Notes Quiz

Which of the following is NOT an origin of the Constitution?

• Ancient Greek and Roman origins

• John Locke and natural rights

• Montesquieu and separation of powers

• The French Revolution.

Match the following parts of the Constitution with their descriptions:

• Executive Branch

• Court System, Supreme Court

• Legistlative Branch

• President

• Judicial Branch

• Congress

The Constitution is composed of seven parts, which are called (a)   .

• Sections

• Articles

• Chapters

• Amendments

Why did Americans feel the need to have a written constitution?

The total number of members in Congress is (a)   .

• 435

• 100

• 535

• 541

What is the minimum age requirement to be a U.S. Representative?

• 21 years old

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

A U.S. Senator must be at least (a)   years old.

• 25

• 30

• 35

• 40

What is the purpose of the 'necessary and proper clause'?

Which of the following is a power denied to Congress?

• Coin money

• Suspend the Writ of Habeas Corpus

• Make treaties

• Tax other states

The President must be at least (a)   years old.

• 30

• 35

• 40

• 45