U.S. Constitution Test

What is the supreme law of the land in the United States?

• The Declaration of Independence

• State Constitutions

• The U.S. Constitution

• Federal Statutes

The idea that the government's power is divided among different branches is known as:

• Federalism

• Separation of Powers

• Checks and Balances

• Judicial Review

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for making laws?

• Executive Branch

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• State Governments

The U.S. Congress is made up of:

• The President and Vice President

• The Supreme Court and lower federal courts

• The Senate and the House of Representatives

• State Senates and State Houses

How many amendments are there to the U.S. Constitution?

• 10

• 20

• 27

• 50

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are known as:

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Bill of Rights

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The Federalist Papers

Which amendment guarantees freedom of speech?

• First Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Fourteenth Amendment

The right to bear arms is guaranteed by which amendment?

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

The Fourth Amendment protects against:

• Cruel and unusual punishment

• Unreasonable searches and seizures

• Self-incrimination

• Double jeopardy

The Fifth Amendment guarantees the right to:

• A speedy and public trial

• Freedom of religion

• Not to be compelled to be a witness against oneself

• To confront witnesses against you