U.S. Constitution Quiz

Which of the following is a purpose stated in the Preamble of the Constitution?

• To declare independence

• To secure the blessings of liberty

• To appoint a president

• To expand territory

"Provide for the common defense" means:

• Protecting citizens with a national military

• Defending laws in court

• Funding political campaigns

• Increasing taxes

What is legislative power?

• Power to enforce laws

• Power to interpret laws

• Power to make laws

• Power to veto laws

Congress consists of:

• House of Commons and House of Representatives

• President and Vice President

• Senate and House of Representatives

• Supreme Court and Senate

How often are members of the House elected?

• Every 6 years

• Every 4 years

• Every year

• Every 2 years

The number of Representatives is based on:

• Equal representation

• Land ownership

• State population

• Number of senators

The Three-Fifths Clause refers to:

• Voting rights for all

• Counting 3 out of every 5 slaves for representation

• Presidential term length

• Prohibition of slavery

Each state has how many Senators?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Senate terms last:

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• Lifetime

Who is the presiding officer of the Senate?

• Speaker of the House

• Chief Justice

• Vice President

• Senate Majority Leader