U.S. Government Quiz

What is the supreme law of the land?

• The President

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Constitution

• The Supreme Court

What does the Constitution do?

• Defines the role of the government

• Protects the basic rights of Americans

• Sets up the jobs in the government

• All of the above

The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?

• I Pledge Allegiance

• We the People

• All Men Are Equal

• Liberty and Justice

What is an amendment?

• A change or addition to the Constitution

• A law passed by the President

• A part of the Bill of Rights

• A decision made by the Supreme Court

What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

• The Federalist Papers

• The Bill of Rights

• The Preamble

• The Articles of Confederation

What is one right or freedom from the First Amendment?

• Freedom to bear arms

• Freedom of speech

• Right to a speedy trial

• Right to remain silent

What are two rights in the Declaration of Independence?

• Life and liberty

• Liberty and property

• Freedom of speech and press

• Property and the pursuit of happiness

What is the economic system of the United States?

• Socialism

• Communism

• Capitalism

• Monarchy

What do we mean by “rule of law”?

• Everyone must follow the law

• Government officials are above the law

• The law applies only to citizens

• Laws can be ignored if unjust

Name one branch of the government.

• Federal Reserve

• State Department

• Executive

• City Council