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WorksheetsWednesday Quiz
Total questions: 42
Worksheet time: 22mins
Which document was replaced by the U.S. Constitution due to its weaknesses?
The Magna Carta
The Articles of Confederation
The Bill of Rights
The Declaration of Independence
What is the main purpose of the separation of powers in the U.S. Constitution?
To allow the President to make all laws
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
To give Congress unlimited authority
To eliminate the judicial branch
Who argued for a strong central government and supported the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?
Anti-Federalists
Federalists
Loyalists
Patriots
Which of the following was a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
The federal government could easily collect taxes
There was no executive branch to enforce laws
States had no power
The President had too much power
Which principle ensures that government officials must follow the law?
Rule of law
Federalism
Popular sovereignty
Judicial review
Which group was concerned that the Constitution did not protect individual rights?
Federalists
Anti-Federalists
Loyalists
Patriots
Which of the following is an example of checks and balances?
Congress passes a law, and the President vetoes it
The President appoints a Senator
The Supreme Court writes new laws
States declare war on other countries
Explain how the lack of a national court system under the Articles of Confederation was a weakness.
It made it easier to enforce laws
Disputes between states could not be settled fairly
It allowed Congress to control the courts
It gave the President more power
Which right is protected by the Bill of Rights that the Anti-Federalists wanted included in the Constitution?
The right to vote at age 16
Freedom of speech
The right to own property without taxes
The right to a royal title
How does the Constitution limit the power of the government through due process of law?
By allowing the government to punish anyone without trial
By requiring fair treatment through the judicial system
By giving Congress all the power
By letting the President make all decisions
Which of the following best describes the Federalists’ viewpoint on the Bill of Rights?
They believed it was unnecessary because the Constitution already limited government power
They demanded it be included before ratification
They wanted to abolish all rights
They thought it should only apply to the President
Why did the Articles of Confederation make it difficult for the national government to raise money?
It allowed only the President to collect taxes
It did not give Congress the power to tax
It required states to pay taxes directly to the President
It banned all forms of taxation
A law is passed by Congress, but the Supreme Court declares it unconstitutional. Which principle is being demonstrated?
Checks and balances
Federalism
Popular sovereignty
Rule of law
Which of the following was a direct result of the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?
The creation of the U.S. Constitution
The end of the Revolutionary War
The writing of the Magna Carta
The election of George Washington
Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
State
Which of the following best describes the Anti-Federalists’ main concern about the Constitution?
It gave too much power to the states
It did not protect individual rights
It was too similar to the Articles of Confederation
It created a monarchy
Which of the following is an example of the rule of law?
The President is above the law
All citizens, including leaders, must follow the law
Only Congress must obey the law
Laws apply only to the Supreme Court
Which event showed the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and led to calls for a stronger government?
The Boston Tea Party
Shays’ Rebellion
The signing of the Magna Carta
The War of 1812
How does the Constitution protect individual rights?
By including the Bill of Rights
By giving all power to the President
By eliminating the judicial branch
By allowing Congress to ignore the law
Which of the following was a belief held by the Federalists?
The Constitution should not be ratified
A strong central government was necessary
States should have all the power
The Articles of Confederation were perfect
Which branch of government has the power to veto laws?
Executive
Legislative
Judicial
State
Why did the Founders include checks and balances in the Constitution?
To allow one branch to control the others
To prevent any one branch from becoming too powerful
To give the President more power
To eliminate the legislative branch
Which of the following was NOT a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
No power to tax
No national court system
Strong executive branch
No power to regulate trade
Which group wanted a Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
Federalists
Anti-Federalists
Loyalists
Patriots
How did the Constitution address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation regarding taxation?
It gave Congress the power to tax
It banned all taxes
It allowed only states to tax
It required the President to collect taxes
Which of the following is an example of due process of law?
Being arrested without a reason
Having a fair trial before being punished
Being punished without evidence
Being denied a lawyer
Which of the following best describes the main difference between Federalists and Anti-Federalists?
Federalists wanted a weak central government; Anti-Federalists wanted a strong one
Federalists supported the Constitution; Anti-Federalists wanted more protections for individual rights
Federalists wanted to keep the Articles of Confederation; Anti-Federalists wanted to abolish them
Federalists supported the King; Anti-Federalists supported independence
Which of the following was a problem under the Articles of Confederation that the Constitution fixed?
The President had too much power
Congress could not regulate trade between states
The Supreme Court could veto laws
States could not make their own laws
Which principle is demonstrated when Congress makes laws, the President enforces them, and the Supreme Court interprets them?
Separation of powers
Federalism
Rule of law
Popular sovereignty
Which of the following statements would most likely be made by an Anti-Federalist?
“The Constitution gives too much power to the national government.”
“A strong central government is necessary for order.”
“The Bill of Rights is not needed.”
“The Articles of Confederation should be kept.”
Which government principle is illustrated in this diagram?
Federalism
Popular sovereignty
Republicanism
Separation of powers
Divides the powers of the Constitution between the federal government and the state governments
Separation of Powers
Federalism
Checks and Balances
Limited Government
The Articles of Confederation was important because it –
created a means for establishing the executive branch
provided every citizen in America the right to vote
enabled each of the 13 states to make separate treaties with foreign nations
was the first form of government for America
Jake is accused of stealing the car of his ex-girlfriend, Taylor. Jake says he didn't steal Taylor's car. The judge doesn't believe Jake and puts him in jail immediately. What amendment protects Jake from going straight to jail?
3rd
4th
5th
10th
Jay and Bob make posters and put them on a bulletin board. One poster criticizes the government. Jay and Bob are protected by which amendment?
1st
3rd
5th
6th
Based on this passage, which constitutional principle does Madison describe?
(one branch stopping another branch)
Checks and Balances
Popular Sovereignty
Seperation of powers
Judicial Review
This excerpt provides one example of which constitutional principle?
Federalism
Checks and Balances
Popular Sovereignty
Individual Rights
