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WorksheetsCRM 2.1 Establish a Gov't
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 23mins
Which part of the Constitution establishes the goals and purpose of the government?
the Articles
the Amendments
the Preamble
and secure the blessings of liberty
gain and keep safe the gifts of freedom and independence
encourage the condition of health and happiness for everyone
The delegates and people living in the United States
do make official and begin this written document of basic laws.
The introduction to the United States Constitution.
Promote the general welfare
gain and keep safe the gifts of freedom and independence
encourage the condition of health and happiness for everyone
The delegates and people living in the United States
do make official and begin this written document of basic laws.
The introduction to the United States Constitution.
What is it called when three branches of government have their own distinct powers?
checks and balances
separation of powers
natural law
consent of the governed
Which branch has the power to impeach members of the executive and judicial branch?
Executive
Judicial
Legislative
Congress creates lower federal courts?
Congress overrides a President's veto?
How are your rights still directly protected by today?
Bill of Rights
Magna Carta
Mayflower Compact
English Bill of Rights
Match with the meaning
In order to form a more perfect union
to gain and keep peace in the United States
set up a fair system of laws
for all citizens throughout the United States of America
in order to begin a better national government
to create a strong military for protection of all US citizens
The newspaper headline below describes an event in U.S. history.
Which parts of the national government participated in the process described in the newspaper headline?
Senate and President
Supreme Court and President
House of Representatives and Senate
Supreme Court and House of Representatives
What does impeach mean?
To accuse the president of a crime
To approve of a person the president wants to give a job to
To declare war
To say yes to a bill
Which of the following are part of the 1st Amendment?
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Press
Freedom of Weapons
Freedom of Press
Freedom to Protest
Ms. Butler's ability to wear a cross to school is protected by the freedom of
speech
religion
protest
press
assembly
You can protest in public against the government
True
False
The Bill of Rights guarantees that all people shall be protected equally by the laws.
True
False
How many amendments were originally approved or ratified by the states?
10
12
27
13
What are the "five freedoms" written in the 1st Amendment?
Speech, Press, Assemble, Remain Silent, Warrants
Speech, Press, Jury, Assemble, Petition
Religion, Speech, Press, Assemble, Petition
Religion, Speech, Press, Bear Arms, Petition
What is the best definition of the word Amendment?
Change or Add
Take away
To make worst
Against the law
Which is NOT a right under the first amendment?
petition
speech
religion
riot
Which first amendment right allows for a march and rally?
religion
press
assembly
speech
During a routine traffic stop, the police officer searches a driver's car without a warrant. Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches?
Fifth Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
First Amendment
A group of individuals are prohibited from practicing their religion freely. Which amendment protects the free exercise of religion?
Second Amendment
First Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Fourth Amendment
A person is arrested for speaking out against the government. Which amendment protects the individual's freedom of speech?
Fourth Amendment
First Amendment
Tenth Amendment
Second Amendment
