2 - Test

When was the Declaration of Independence adopted?

• July 4, 1776

• July 2, 1776

• August 2, 1776

• June 4, 1776

In what year did the 13 colonies unite their separate government under the Articles of Confederation?

• 1781

• 1776

• 1777

• 1789

Which of the following was a power of the legislature under the Articles of Confederation?

• Declare war

• Tax citizens

• Regulate trade

• Enforce laws

What year was the U.S. Constitution drafted at a special convention in Philadelphia?

• 1787

• 1776

• 1791

• 1801

Which state was the first to ratify the U.S. Constitution?

• Delaware

• Pennsylvania

• New Jersey

• Georgia

What are the first 10 amendments to the Constitution known as?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Federalist Papers

• The Constitution Outline

Which of the following best lists the freedoms protected by the First Amendment?

• Freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of the press, the right to assemble, and the right to petition the government.

• Freedom of religion only.

• Freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and freedom of assembly only.

• Freedom of expression.

Which amendment protects the right to bear arms?

• The Second Amendment protects the right to bear arms.

• The First Amendment protects the right to bear arms.

• The Third Amendment protects the right to bear arms.

• The Fourth Amendment protects the right to bear arms.

What is the right mentioned in the 7th Amendment?

• The right to a jury trial in civil cases.

• The right to bear arms.

• The right to free speech.

• The right to a speedy trial.

Which amendment addresses excessive bail and cruel or unusual punishment?

• Eighth Amendment

• First Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment