WorksheetsConstitution Quiz
Total questions: 176
Worksheet time: 3hrs 40mins
The Constitution is
a document that does not exist anymore
nothing we need to worry about
the supreme law of the land
the laws that were written after 1970
The Constitution creates a system to prevent government from becoming too powerful. What is this known as?
the Declaration of Independence
checks and balances
Charters
a bill that needs to be vetoed
What was one major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?
Gave the Federal government too much power
Required states have a population of 5,000 free men
Gave individual states too much power
Outlawed free speech for all citizens
What are three unalienable rights stated in the Declaration of Independence?
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Riches
Protection from illegal search and seizure
Liberty, Life, and Freedom of the Press
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness
What was the main purpose of the Declaration of Independence?
To explain and justify why the colonists wanted to declare independence from Great Britain
To create a movement of ideas and to apply reason
Created generalizations about a group in which a defined set of characteristics is assigned to that group
Imposed taxes because they did not like Great Britain
What is the correct definition of Ratify?
Approve
Decline
Ignore
Decide
What was the significance of the Northwest Ordinance?
It established procedures to limit the settlement in the western territories
It sought to limit the individual rights of Native Americans
It established a plan for admitting new states into the Union
It was opposed by most people living in the territory
Which statement best reflects the philosophy of Enlightenment thinkers regarding the power of a federal government
Government can be trusted with many powers without adequate checks and balances
The central government should give most of its power to the local governments
The ultimate rulers in government are the people and they can rule themselves, or elect others to do it for them
The government may exercise all powers necessary and proper to meet its responsibilities, regardless what the will of the people may be
Enlightenment thinking, as developed in the U.S. Constitution, stated that
people should support the government even if it did not protect their rights
Kings could rule as dictators, but had to grant certain rights to their subjects
legislatures should have more power than any other branch of government
a government in which people choose their representatives in as ideal political system
The Articles of Confederation
created a national government that depended on the states to provide the soldiers for the army, lacked a chief executive and national court system, and prohibited Congress from collecting taxes
gave Congress the power to raise and equip a national military
gave the federal government the power to impose taxes on the states
stated that only the national government had the power to print and coin money
What principle of the Constitution is the sharing of power between the state & the federal government?
republicanism
federalism
popular sovereignty
separation of powers
Which principle prevents one branch of the federal government from being too powerful?
Popular Sovereignty
Checks and Balances
Republican government
Judicial Review
What is Thomas Jefferson the author of?
the American Dictionary
the Articles of Impeachment
the Declaration of Independence
The Constitution of the United States
“rule by __________ .”
In the 5th grade, each student got to vote for what kind of Starter Pokemon they could have, this is an example of____________.
Representative Democracy
Direct Democracy
Students at Bourne Middle School vote on 5 students to represent them when voting for the Pumpkin Decorating Contest, this is a form of ______________.
Representative Democracy
Direct Democracy
What is a social contract?
an agreement among the members of a society
book written by Montesquieu
Taylor Swift's next album title
test given to citizens every two years
Which country ruled the thirteen colonies?
Great Britain
France
What was the slogan Colonists cried out in reaction to the unfair taxes Parliament imposed on them?
No Taxation without Representation
Don't Tread on Me
War with Britain
Stop the Madness
The Virginia Plan proposed that there would be _____ branches of government.
three
two
five
four
In the Virgina Plan, representation was based on
the wealth of the state.
the population of the state.
the size of the state.
the number of slaves a state had.
In the New Jersey Plan, there would be one House and each state would get one vote.
True
False
In the Great Compromie
there would be no Legislative Branch
the Legislature would have one House
the Legislature would have two houses (parts): A House of Representatives and a Senate
All the answers are correct
The Large States liked the Great Compromise because it gave them more representation in the
House
Senate
Presidency
Supreme Court
The small states liked the Great Compromise because it gave equal representation in the
House
Senate
Presidency
Supreme Court
The Three-Fifths Compromise made each slave worth 3/5 of a vote in deciding
numbers in the House of Representatives.
numbers in the House of Senate.
numbers in the Supreme Court.
All the answers are correct.
_____________ became the first state to ratify the Constitution on December 7th 1787
Virginia
Delaware
New Jersey
Virginia
How many states needed to vote on the New Constitution to make it ratified?
7
8
9
10
The phrase "establish justice" in the Preamble means...
care for those in need
make sure freedom and fairness continue for all generations
provide fairness for all
give protection to everyone
Which of the following phrases from the Preamble is best described by saying: "We should have a military to protect us!"
common defense
perfect union
domestic tranquility
liberty
The phrase "insure domestic tranquility" in the Preamble means...
promise that everything in our country will be peaceful
provide fairness for all
give protection to everyone
care for those in need
The phrase "in order to form a more perfect union" in the Preamble means...
the government is together to form a country
bring the three branches together to form a country
bring the people and states together to form a country
bring the military together to form a country
Which of the following phrases from the Preamble is best described by saying, "All citizens should have their basic needs of food, shelter and clothing."
form a more perfect union
provide for the common defense
secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity
promote the general welfare
The introduction to the Constitution is called the ___.
Articles of Confederation
Declaration of Independence
Bill of Rights
Preamble
According to the Preamble, the authority of the federal government comes from the ___.
electoral college
states
people
President
What is the best definition for Limited Government?
The government's power is restricted
Powers are separated into 3 branches
Power is shared between the states and federal government
The people have power
Which of the following is the best definition for Consent of the Governed?
People have the power
People must approve of government's actions
Powers are separated between 3 branches of government
Each branch has power over the other
Which of the following is the best definition of Popular Sovereignty
The people hold the power in the government
Powers are divided and shared between the national government and the states
Powers are divided between 3 branches of government
The people must approve of the governments actions
What is the best definition for Rule of Law
People must approve of government's actions
The people have the power
The powers of government are limited
Everyone must follow the law
Which of the following is the best description of Separation of powers?
People have the power
Powers are divided between the national and state governments
Powers are divided among 3 branches of government
Branches have power over each other to keep each other from becoming too powerful
Which of the following is the best definition for Federalism?
Powers separated between 3 branches of government
Powers given only to the Federal Governments
Powers shared between the Federal government and the states
People have the power.
Which of the following is the best definition of Checks and Balances?
Power divided between 3 branches of government
Each branch has power over the other to keep them from becoming too powerful
It has to do with money and scales
Everyone must follow the law
What is Judicial Review?
The courts can review laws and declare them unconstitutional
Judges have a review system for some court cases
The courts have the ability to reverse a decision
What is the supreme law of the land?
The Bill of Rights
The Constitution
The Declaration of Independence
The idea of self-government is in the first three words of the Constitution. What are these words?
Freedom is true
We the people
The government believes
What is the main job of the Legislative Branch
Enforce the Laws
Judge the Laws
Create the Laws
None of the above
Congress is known as a "Bicameral", what does that mean?
Two people
Two houses
Two cameras (looks)
Two camels
Which house determines representation equally for each state with 2?
Senate
House of Representatives
House of Commons
Parliament
Which house determines representation for each state based on its population?
House of Commons
House of Representatives
Senate
House Stark
Which age would NOT qualify you to be a member of the House of Representatives?
65
30
21
25
Every two years, how many members in the House of Representatives will be up for reelection?
1/3
1/4
1/2
All Members
Every two years, how many members in the Senate will be up for reelection?
1/3
1/4
1/2
All Members
How many members total make up Congress?
435
538
100
535
How many members total make up the Senate?
435
50
100
535
How many members total make up the House of Representatives?
435
538
100
535
Who is the presiding (or head) officer of the Senate?
Speaker of the House
President
Vice President
House Majority Leader
Who is the presiding (or head) officer of the House of Representatives?
President pro tempore
Vice President
President
Speaker of the House
Creating the military, establishing rules of citizenship and regulating foreign trade are all examples of:
Expressed Powers
Concurrent Powers
Implied Powers
Reserved Powers
Congress passed a controversial bill that conflicts with the President's agenda. In this situation, the President will likely -
give speeches against the bill
veto the bill
Sign the bill
Discuss the bill
Who must sign a bill before it becomes a law?
President
Vice President
Head of the Supreme Court
Speaker of the House
What is a veto?
When the president accepts a bil
When the president does not accept a bil
When the president overturns a law
When the Supreme Court upholds the law
What is a proposed law called?
Amendment
Legal ease
Bill
Contract
What are two exclusive powers/duties of the House of Representatives?
electoral and trying impeachment
bringing up charges of impeachment and initiating all revenue bills
choosing the Vice President if no electoral college majority and trying the impeachment of the President
choosing the President if no electoral college majority and approval of presidential appointments
A member serving in the House of Representatives serves in a ____________________________.
state
ward
district
precinct
What is the importance of the Census when it relates to the House of Representatives?
The Constitution provides for a census every ten years in order to reapportion seats fairly.
The Constitution provides for a census every 20 years in order to get an accurate count of the population.
The Constitution uses the Census to determine the number of Senators that each state should have.
The Constitution establishes a Census to distribute the seats in the House of Representatives.
In dealing with the compromise between states in colonial times, which of the following identifies the characteristics of that compromise?
both houses would be based on population
a unicameral legislature with equal representation
one house based on population, the other house based on income of the state
one house based on population, the other house having equal representation
Why is it more difficult for a senator to get reelected than a member of the House of Representatives?
Senators represent the entire state and the state is more diverse than a district.
Senators represent the entire state and have less personal contact with the constituents.
Senators represent the entire state and can raise funds easier and have more coverage from the media.
All of these are reasons why it is more difficult for a senator to win reelection.
A United States Census occurs every:
5 Years
10 Years
20 Years
Which house has stricter requirements to run for office?
House
Neither
Senate
They are the same.
an order that makes sure prisoners are told why they are being held
non legislative power
enumerated power
elastic clause
writ of habeas corpus
Which of the following are constitutional requirements for being president?
at least 35 years old, native-born citizen, college educated
at least 35 years old, native-born citizen, lived in the United States for 14 years
at least 35 years old, naturalized citizen, lived in the United States for 14 years
at least 40 years old, native-born citizen, lived in the United States for 10 years
How many electoral votes are needed to win the presidential election?
26
51
112
270
800
How many terms can a president serve?
1
2
3
unlimited
Which individual is qualified to the President?
Max is 67 years old, born in Orlando, and has lived his entire life in Canada.
Karen is 43 years old, born in Key West, and has lived in the Keys her entire life
Martha is 34 years old, born in Jacksonville, and has lived in Florida her entire life
Samuel is 52 years old, is a naturalized citizen and has been living in the USA for the last 20 years.
Which of the following is a formal qualification one must have in order to become President of the United States
No older than 65 years old
A General in the Military
A Natural Born Citizen
Prior Political Experience
To be elected president, a candidate MUST win
The popular vote
The special election
The electoral vote
The party's nomination
Maximum number of years someone may serve as President:
4
6
8
10
The term of office for the President of the United States?
2 years
4 years
6 years
8 years
The Presidential election is on a Tuesday in which month?
September
December
October
November
The newly elected President and Vice President are inaugurated on ____________
January 20
The day after the election
a month after the election
as soon as all of the ballots are counted and the results are final
The authority of a court to hear a case is called __.
originalism
jurisdiction
amicus curiae
stare decisis
The role of the Judicial Branch is to
enforce the laws
create the laws
support treaties and executive agreements
interpret the laws
What does judicial review mean?
that the Supreme Court can investigate the president for misconduct
that the Supreme Court can declare executive orders and legislation unconstitutional
that the president can review an Supreme Court decisions he deems unfair
that Congress has the right to ensure the Supreme Court's decisions are impartial
The Supreme Court's power of judicial review came from which court case?
Gibbons v Odgen
Marbury v Madison
Citizens United v U.S.
Miranda v Arizona
Your classmate wrote a blog on social media that offended the Governor. The Governor wanted your classmate arrested. Which freedom under the 1st amendment protects your classmate from being arrested?
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Religion
Freedom of Press
Freedom to assemble
You arrange and conduct a non-violent protest in a local park during hours of operation one weekend. This upsets the City Mayor who wants to have you arrested. Which freedom under the 1st amendment protects you from being arrested?
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Religion
Freedom of Press
Freedom to assemble
What did the 15th amendment do?
Increase the amount of citizens eligible to vote
Abolish slavery throughout the country
Limit state laws to ensure equality
Allow groups of citizens to assemble peacefully
New evidence has been discovered after a person, who could not afford an attorney, has been tried innocent. What would prevent the court from bringing the person back in after new evidence eing found?
The right to an attorney
Pleading the 5th
Double Jeopardy
Writ of Habeas Corpus
Which amendment ensures a lawyer is provided by the courts if you are unable to afford one?
5th Amendment
6th Amendment
19th Amendment
24th Amendment
Protection from self-incrimination is provided by which amendment?
1st Amendment
3rd Amendment
5th Amendment
14th Amendment
Which amendment abolished slavery?
13th Amendment
19th Amendment
24th Amendment
26th Amendment
Which amendment provided women's suffrage?
13th Amendment
19th Amendment
24th Amendment
26th Amendment
Which of the following is not one of the 5 freedoms under the first amendment?
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Press
Freedom to assemble
Freedom of Double Jeopardy
Which amendment is represented in the picture?
19th
24th
26th
15th
Gave citizens who live in Washington, DC the right to vote in presidential elections.
15th Amendment
16th Amendment
24th Amendment
23rd Amendment
Made charging a poll tax to vote illegal.
23rd Amendment
24th Amendment
18th Amendment
15th Amendment
Allows citizens to have the right to
speak
Freedom of Assembly
Freedom of Press
Freedom of Religion
Freedom of Speech
Right to Petition
Allows citizens to worship freely
Freedom of Assembly
Freedom of Press
Freedom of Religion
Freedom of Speech
Right to Petition
gives citizens the right to formally ask for government changes
Freedom of Assembly
Freedom of Press
Freedom of Religion
Freedom of Speech
Right to Petition
Which two amendments declare that no person can be deprived "of life, liberty, or property without due process of law”?
5th Amendment
14th Amendment
15th Amendment
19th Amendment
23rd Amendment
Which amendment guarantees citizenship to a person born in the United States?
Amendment 13
Amendment 19
Amendment 14
Amendment 1
What is the 8th Amendment?
No Cruel or Unusual Punishment
Rights to the people
Rights to the states
No housing of soldiers
What is the 12 Amendment?
President and Vice President are elected on one ticket--but elected separately in the Electoral College
Defines Citizenship
President can only serve 2 terms
abolished slavery
What is the 22nd Amendment?
18 years olds get the right to vote
Women get the right to vote
Repeal prohibition
President can serve only 2 terms
What is the 25th Amendment
Right to bear arms
Freedom of Petition
Abolish Slavery
Presidential Succession (who becomes president if the president dies/resigns etc)
How many states make up the United States?
60
45
55
50
Which animal is
featured on the state flag of Missouri?
An eagle
A bear
An alligator
What colors are the stars on the American flag?
Red
White
Blue
Gray
What candy bar consists of a coconut center topped with an almond and coated with milk chocolate?
Mounds
Zagnut Bar
Heath Bar
Almond Joy
Which state consumes the most turkey on Thanksgiving Day?
Florida
Michigan
Tennessee
California
Which country produces the most coffee in the world?
Colombia
Serbia
Brazil
Spain
What year was the very first model of the iPhone released?
2003
1999
2007
1996
In the United States, what are the two houses of the Legislative Branch called?
Senate & House of Representatives
Senate & House of Lords
House of Representatives & Parliament
Senate & Parliament
This part of the Constitution allows congress to stretch their lawmaking powers to include laws that are "necessary and proper." This is also sometimes called the Necessary and Proper Clause.
The Elastic Clause
The Preamble
The Bill of Rights
These are powers given to the national government that are specifically written in the U.S. Constitution. They are sometimes also called "Expressed" or "Delegated" powers.
Enumerated Powers
Elastic Powers
Temporary Powers
Absolute Powers
This group of electors from each state casts votes to elect the President and Vice President.
The Cabinet
Congress
The Electoral College
The Supreme Court
What is the highest court in the United States called?
The District Court
The Court of Appeals
The Supreme Court
The King's Court
Which document establishes the Supreme Court of the United States?
The Constitution
The Declaration of Independence
Common Sense
The Magna Carta
The Senate must confirm officials appointed by the President. This is an example of what check and balance?
The Legislative Branch checking the Executive Branch
The Executive Branch checking the Legislative Branch
The Judicial Branch checking the Legislative Branch
The Executive Branch checking the Judicial Branch
If the President Vetoes a bill, congress can ________ the veto with a 2/3 vote in both houses of Congress. This is one of the Legislative Branch's checks on the Executive Branch.
Override
Counter
Reverse
Ignore
What are the requirements to become President of the United States?
Naturalized citizen, at least 35 years old, and lived in the country for at least 10 years.
Which group do the following powers belong to:
1) Coin Money 2)Declare War 3) Establish Immigration Laws 4) Regulate Interstate Commerce 5) Negotiate Treaties 6) Pardon Criminals 7) Nominate Supreme Court Justices
Enumerated Powers
Reserved Powers
Concurrent Powers
How does one become President in a general election?
Win the popular vote
Win the partisan vote
Be appointed by congress
Win the electoral college vote
_________ votes of __________ total votes are needed to win the Electoral College.
270/535
275/535
538/270
270/538
