WorksheetsCH 5 A QUICK TOUR OF THE CONSTITUTION
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 2hrs 16mins
SS.7.CG.1.8
Why did the Preamble of 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 three branches
To indicate that the American people were the ultimate source of its authority
SS.7.CG.1.8
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 Great Britain
To protect the rights and freedoms of all citizens
SS.7.CG.1.9
The chart shows the organization of the government of the US, based on the Constitution. Which constitutional principle is illustrated by the chart?
individual rights
due process of law
checks and balances
separation of powers
SS.7.CG.1.9
When the President nominates an individual to serve as Secretary of State, the Senate must confirm the appointment. Which constitutional principle does this illustrate?
checks and balances
separation of powers
popular sovereignty
due process of law
SS.7.CG.1.9
The list below provides 3 examples of actions by the US government:
>the President meets with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
>The Supreme Court applies an existing law to a new situation.
>Congress passes a new environmental law.
Which constitutional principle do these examples illustrate?
Limited government
Separation of powers
Checks and balances
Popular sovereignty
SS.7.CG.1.9
Which example illustrates 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.
SS.7.CG.3.3
Which part of government in the U.S. Constitution was given the role of
enforcing national laws?
Congress
the President
the Supreme Court
the House of Representatives
SS.7.C.1.8
Why did Anti-Federalists' believe that it was critically 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.
SS.7.CG.1.10
What was one of the Anti-Federalists' strongest arguments against the Constitution?
It did not create a national executive.
It did not include 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.
SS.7.CG.1.10
What was one outcome of the debate between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists over the ratification of the Constitution?
The later addition of the Bill of Rights
The acquisition of Florida from Spain
The spread of slavery into Western territories
The acquisition of the Louisiana Purchase from France
