U.S. Constitution

Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

• To establish a set of laws regulating religious practice

• To outline the structure and powers of the national government

• To declare independence from Great Britain

• To provide a list of grievances against King George III

In Federalist No. 10, James Madison argued that a large republic would help prevent which of the following?

• The rise of a monarchy

• Military dictatorship

• The dangers of factions

• Religious persecution

What concept is most emphasized in Federalist No. 51?

• Popular sovereignty

• Direct democracy

• Separation of powers and checks and balances

• Judicial review

Why did the author of Brutus No. 1 oppose the new Constitution?

• He believed it would lead to direct democracy

• He thought it gave too much power to the states

• He feared the national government would become too powerful

• He supported a stronger executive

The Commerce Clause in Article I, Section 8, has been used by Congress to:

• Appoint state governors

• Regulate economic activity between states

• Propose constitutional amendments

• Ratify international treaties

The Necessary and Proper Clause allows Congress to:

• Enforce state laws

• Amend the Constitution

• Create laws needed to execute its enumerated powers

• Overrule Supreme Court decisions

Article I of the Constitution primarily deals with which of the following?

• The legislative process

• The judicial system

• The presidency and executive powers

• The rights of the states

Article II of the Constitution primarily deals with which of the following?

• The legislative process

• The judicial system

• The presidency and executive powers

• The rights of the states

What is the function of the Electoral College?

• To directly elect the president by national popular vote

• To confirm Supreme Court justices

• To elect the president through a system of state-appointed electors

• To approve legislation passed by Congress

Which branch of government is established by Article III of the Constitution?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Bureaucratic