Exploring the Articles and Amendments of the Constitution

The video tutorial explains the U.S. Constitution's seven articles, focusing on the first three that establish the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Article 1 details Congress's structure and powers, including the elastic clause. Article 2 outlines the executive branch, led by the President, and Article 3 describes the judicial branch and the Supreme Court's role. Articles 4 and 5 cover state relations and the amendment process, highlighting the difficulty of constitutional changes.

How many articles are there in the U.S. Constitution?

• 7

• 10

• 5

• 12

What does Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution establish?

• The Judicial Branch

• The Executive Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The State Relations

What is a bicameral legislature?

• A legislature with no chambers

• A single-chamber legislature

• A three-part legislature

• A two-part legislature

Which clause in Article 1 is known as the 'elastic clause'?

• The Necessary and Proper Clause

• The Commerce Clause

• The Taxing Clause

• The Supremacy Clause

What branch of government does Article 2 establish?

• The Executive Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The State Relations

• The Legislative Branch

Who is the head of the executive branch according to Article 2?

• The President

• The Speaker of the House

• The Vice President

• The Chief Justice

What does Article 3 of the U.S. Constitution establish?

• The Executive Branch

• The State Relations

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

What is the highest court in the United States?

• The Court of Appeals

• The District Court

• The Federal Court

• The Supreme Court

What does Article 4 of the U.S. Constitution define?

• The structure of Congress

• The powers of the President

• The relationship between states and the federal government

• The amendment process

How many times has the U.S. Constitution been amended?

• 15

• 45

• 27

• 33