Constitution Basics

What is the main purpose of a constitution in a country?

• To establish the national flag

• To set the rules and principles of government

• To decide the country's official language

• To determine the country's population

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Which of the following is typically included in a constitution?

• The names of all the country's cities

• The rights and responsibilities of citizens

• The favorite foods of the country's leaders

• The weather patterns of the country

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How does a constitution help in maintaining order in a country?

• By providing a list of holidays

• By outlining laws and government structure

• By describing popular tourist attractions

• By listing famous historical events

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Which branch of government is typically responsible for interpreting the constitution?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Military

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What is Constitution?

• A set of constraints

• A written plan of government

• The Parliaments laws

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

After the president-elect is elected, they will take an oath to uphold the Constitution What is the definition of Constitution.

• A solemn promise

• Pledge

• Break

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the MAIN idea of the section "Getting Better All the Time" in the selection?

• The Constitution changes every year

• The Constitution is a perfect document

• The Constitution includes both good and bad news

• The Constitution has been made better many times

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Why is it important for a constitution to be written down?

• So it can be easily changed

• To ensure everyone knows and understands the laws

• To make it difficult to access

• To keep it a secret from other countries

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What is one way a constitution can be changed or updated?

• By a public vote

• By a decision from a single leader

• By a natural disaster

• By a change in the weather

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Which of the following is a common feature of most constitutions?

• A list of national parks

• A preamble or introduction

• A collection of poems

• A map of the country

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