WorksheetsEOC Review Quiz 4 - Structure of the Constitution
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 18mins
Why did the Preamble to the Constitution begin with the phrase, "We the People"?
to indicate that the national government had limited powers
to indicate that the states had been associated in a confederation
to indicate that federal power was separated among the three branches
to indicate that the American people were the ultimate source of its authority
Which identifies one of the goals of government listed in the Preamble?
to guarantee employment to all citizens
to expand the nation's frontiers westward
to establish independence from England
to protect the rights and freedoms of all citizens
According to Article 1 of the Constitution, Congress makes laws. According to Article 2, the President enforces laws. According to Article 3, the Supreme Court applies laws and settles disputes. Which constitutional principle does this illustrate?
federalism
separation of powers
checks and balances
popular sovereignty
When the President nominates an individual to serve as Secretary of State, the Senate must confirm the appointment. Which constitutional principle does this illustrate?
limited government
popular sovereignty
separation of powers
checks and balances
The list below shows 3 examples of actions by the U.S. government: 1. the President meets with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom; 2. the Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional; 3. Congress passes a new environmental law. Which constitutional principles do these examples illustrate?
limited government
popular sovereignty
separation of powers
checks and balances
Which example illustrate the principle of checks and balances?
The Supreme Court interprets a federal law.
The President vetoes legislation proposed by Congress.
The President confers with the members of the Cabinet.
A case between citizens from different states is tried in a federal court.
Why did the Anti-Federalists believe that it was important for a democratic society to provide constitutional guarantees for free speech and a free press?
They encouraged citizens to vote.
They encouraged an open exchange of ideas.
They supported the growth of political parties.
They helped government leaders to control the people.
What was one of the Anti-Federalists' strongest arguments against the Constitution?
It did not create a national executive.
It did not include a list of protected rights for individuals.
The new central government would be too dependent on the states.
The new central government would be too weak to protect American interests abroad.
What was one outcome of the debate between Federalists and Anti-Federalists over the ratification of the Constitution?
the later addition of a Bill of Rights
the acquisition of Florida from Spain
the spread of slavery into Western territories
the acquisition of the Louisiana Purchase from France
