U.S. Constitution Worksheet

What is the main purpose of the U.S. Constitution as described in the document?

• To declare independence from Great Britain

• To set rules for the national government

• To create new states

• To elect the president

Which branch of government is described in Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution?

• Executive branch

• Judicial branch

• Legislative branch

• State branch

According to the Preamble, which of the following is NOT a purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

• Establish justice

• Promote the general welfare

• Secure the blessings of liberty

• Elect the president every four years

Why were the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights, significant?

• They created the three branches of government

• They established independence from Britain

• They protected individual rights and freedoms

• They set up the Supreme Court

If Congress wanted to change a rule in the Constitution, which article would they refer to?

• Article 2

• Article 5

• Article 6

• Article 7

Which amendment in the Bill of Rights protects the freedom of speech, religion, and press?

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

What right is protected by the Second Amendment of the United States Constitution?

• The right to a fair and speedy trial

• The right to bear arms

• The right to refuse quarters to soldiers

• The right to a trial by jury

Which amendment protects people from unreasonable search and seizure?

• Fourth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

If a person is accused of a crime, which amendment ensures they have the right to a fair and speedy trial?

• First Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Ninth Amendment

• Third Amendment

Why is the Tenth Amendment important in the Bill of Rights?

• It protects freedom of speech

• It gives powers not granted to the federal government to the states and the people

• It protects against cruel and unusual punishment

• It ensures the right to bear arms