ES7 CFA

What is the main purpose of the Preamble in the U.S. Constitution?

• Listing the names of the founding fathers
• Outlining the specific laws of each state
• Describing the functions of the President
• Setting goals and purposes of the Constitution

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution?

• To list the powers of the President
• To establish federal courts
• To regulate interstate commerce
• To protect individual liberties and limit government power

What is the purpose of the additional amendments to the U.S. Constitution?

• Maintain the status quo (keep things the way they are)
• Limit individual freedoms
• Expand government control
• Address changing societal needs and issues

What are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution collectively known as?

• Structure
• Bill of Rights
• Amendment
• Preamble

What is the term for a change or addition to the U.S. Constitution?

• Structure
• Preamble
• Amendment
• Bill of Rights

What is the main function of the Legislative branch in the United States government?

• Interpreting laws

• Reviewing laws

• Enforcing laws

• Making laws

What is the main function of the Judicial branch in the United States government?

• Interpreting laws

• Reviewing laws

• Enforcing laws

• Making laws

What is the main function of the Executive Branch in the United States government?

• Interpreting laws

• Reviewing laws

• Enforcing laws

• Making laws

What does it mean to VETO something?

• To delay a decision or proposal.
• To reject or prohibit a decision or proposal.
• To modify a decision or proposal.
• To approve a decision or proposal.

Which branch of government has the power to veto legislation passed by the Legislative Branch?

• Judicial Branch
• Local Government
• Executive Branch
• Legislative Branch