PREAMBLE
"We the People. . . in order to form a ____________."
more perfect Union
Article I of the U.S. Constitution establishes this branch of government.
Legislative Branch
Article II of the U.S. Constitution establishes this branch of government.
the Executive Branch
Article III of the U.S. Constitution establishes this branch of government.
the Judicial Branch
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition?
The First Amendment
The Preamble states that one purpose of the Constitution is to “establish” this.
Justice
Congress consists of these two chambers.
The Senate and the House of Representatives
The executive power of the United States is vested in this office.
The President
This is the highest court in the United States.
The Supreme Court
Which amendment protects the right to keep and bear arms?
The Second Amendment
The Preamble says the Constitution was established to “insure domestic” ________.
Tranquility
Each state has this many U.S. Senators.
Two
This official serves as President of the Senate and may cast a vote when the Senate is equally divided.
The Vice President
Federal judges generally hold their offices during this condition.
Good behavior
Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?
The Fourth Amendment
The Preamble says the government should “provide for the” ________.
Common Defense
This chamber of Congress has 435 voting members, with representation based on state population.
The House of Representatives
The President is responsible for making sure that federal laws are faithfully ________.
Executed
According to Article III, judicial power is vested in one Supreme Court and these additional courts.
Inferior courts
Which amendment guarantees an accused person the right to a speedy and public trial?
The Sixth Amendment
Name the six purposes of government stated in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution.
1. To form a More Perfect Union;
2. Establish Justice;
3. Insure Domestic Tranquility;
4. Provide for the Common Defense;
5. Promote the General Welfare; and
6. Secure the Blessings of Liberty.
Article I vests the legislative powers granted by the Constitution in this institution.
Congress
The President serves a term of this length.
Four years
Article III gives this branch the power to decide cases involving the Constitution and federal laws.
The Judicial Branch
This Amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment.
The Eighth Amendment