Part I & II: The structure of the Constitution

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What is the primary purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

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To establish the structure and powers of the government

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Which of the following is NOT an enumerated power of the federal government? Regulating interstate commerce, Coining money, Declaring war

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Conducting elections

Front

The Supremacy Clause states that:

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Federal laws take precedence over state laws.

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What is required for an amendment to be added to the Constitution? Options: A simple majority in both houses of Congress and 51% of the states, A two-thirds majority in both houses and approval by three-fourths of the states, Approval by the President and three-fourths of the states, A national referendum, A three-fourths majority in both houses and approval by two-thirds of the states

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A two-thirds majority in both houses and approval by three-fourths of the states

Front

The Tenth Amendment emphasizes which principle?

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Reserved powers for the states

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Which phrase from the Preamble indicates the idea of government being created by the people, aslo known as popular sovereignty?

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"We the People of the United States"

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How does the Constitution create a system of federalism?

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By dividing powers between the federal and state governments

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Which of the following best describes the concept of popular sovereignty?

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The authority of government is created and maintained by the consent of its people.

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Why is the amendment process considered difficult?

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It needs broad support across the country.

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The phrase "to establish Justice" in the Preamble suggests that the government should:

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Ensure fairness and lawfulness