The Body of the Constitution

The description of the Constitution's structure suggests it is divided into:

• Head, shoulders, knees, and toes

• Introduction, body, and conclusion

• Executive, legislative, and judicial sections

• Original text and amendments

The Preamble begins with the famous phrase:

• "Four score and seven years ago..."

• "We the People..."

• "When in the course of human events..."

• "All men are created equal..."

How many original Articles define the U.S. Government's structure?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 12

The "Checks and Balances" system primarily ensures:

• No single branch becomes too powerful

• All government officials are paid equally

• States have equal representation

• Citizens can directly elect all officials

The Bill of Rights represents:

• The first 5 amendments

• The first 10 amendments

• The first 15 amendments

• All amendments

Which amendment specifically addresses voting age?

• Amendment I

• Amendment X

• Amendment XXVI

• Amendment XVIII

The amendments to the Constitution represent:

• Permanent removals of original text

• Temporary modifications

• Changes or additions to the document

• Suggestions for future governance

The three branches of government are defined in the:

• Preamble

• Articles

• Bill of Rights

• Amendments

The body parts in the presentation suggest the Constitution is:

• A living, adaptable document

• A rigid, unchangeable text

• A complicated legal manuscript

• A historical artifact

Freedom of speech and religion are specifically protected in:

• Article III

• Amendment I

• The Preamble

• Article VII