US Government and Constitution Quiz

Which branch of government makes laws?

• Executive

• Legislative

• Judicial

• Federal

What is the job of the executive branch?

• Enforce laws

• Write laws

• Interpret laws

• Elect judges

Who leads the executive branch at the federal level?

• Speaker of the House

• The President

• Senate Majority Leader

• The Chief Justice

What is the main function of the judicial branch?

• Pass laws

• Enforce laws

• Interpret laws

• Create taxes

What do the first ten amendments to the Constitution form?

• Articles

• Bill of Rights

• Federal Papers

• Preamble

Which amendment protects freedom of speech and religion?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 4th

• 6th

Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches?

• 1st

• 4th

• 5th

• 8th

What right is protected by the 5th Amendment?

• Right to bear arms

• Trial by jury

• No self-incrimination

• Speedy trial

Which amendment guarantees the right to an attorney?

• 5th

• 6th

• 8th

• 14th

What does the 14th Amendment guarantee?

• Right to bear arms

• Equal protection under the law

• Trial by jury

• Right to vote