American Government Quiz

What is the 3/5 compromise?

1. A)Slaves were only counted as 3/5 of the population.

2. B)Slaves were counted as full citizens.

3. C)Slaves were not counted at all.

4. D)Slaves were counted as 1/2 of the population.

What is the “Supreme Law of the Land”?

• the Constitution
• The Declaration of Independence

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Magna Carta

What is popular sovereignty?

• A. The belief that monarchs should have absolute power.
• B. The idea that the government should control all aspects of life.
• C. The concept of "people rule" or people hold power in government.
• D. The principle that only the wealthy should govern.

Who is the commander in chief of the armed forces?

A bill to put tax on gum has reached the President. He vetoes it. Where does it then go?

• Congress
• Supreme Court
• State Legislature
• Federal Reserve

During a war, the government has the right to force soldiers to live with you.

• True

• False

In order to put the Constitution into effect in 1787, how many states had to ratify it?

1. 7
2. 9
3. 11
4. 13

What does ratify mean?

• to approve
• to reject
• to ignore
• to delay

What is NOT a requirement to be the President of the United States?

• A) He/She must be a natural-born citizen of the United States.
• B) He/She must be at least 35 years old.
• C) He/She must have resided in the United States for at least 14 years.
• D) He/She must reside in Washington D.C.

Who can propose to amend the Constitution?

• A. Legislative Branch
• B. Executive Branch
• C. Judicial Branch
• D. State Governments