Federalism, Constitution, Civic Participation, Rights and Libert

1. What is the supreme law of the land in the United States?

• a) The Declaration of Independence

• b) The Articles of Confederation

• c) The Constitution

• d) The Bill of Rights

2. Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• a) Executive

• b) Legislative

• c) Judicial

• d) State

3. How many amendments does the U.S. Constitution have?

• a) 10

• b) 27

• c) 33

• d) 50

4. Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

• a) 13th

• b) 14th

• c) 15th

• d) 19th

5. What is the division of power between national and state governments called?

• a) Separation of powers

• b) Federalism

• c) Popular sovereignty

• d) Checks and balances

6. Which of the following rights is protected by the First Amendment?

• a) The right to bear arms

• b) The right to a speedy trial

• c) Freedom of speech

• d) Freedom from self-incrimination

7. Who is considered the “Father of the Constitution”?

• a) George Washington

• b) Alexander Hamilton

• c) James Madison

• d) Thomas Jefferson

8. What does the Fourth Amendment protect against?

• a) Cruel and unusual punishment

• b) Unreasonable searches and seizures

• c) Quartering of soldiers

• d) Double jeopardy

9. What is the primary purpose of the Electoral College?

• a) To directly elect senators

• b) To elect the President

• c) To propose amendments

• d) To approve Supreme Court justices

10. Which of the following is an example of civic participation?

• a) Watching the news

• b) Voting in an election

• c) Shopping online

• d) Reading a book