Constitution Basics
What document is the supreme law of the United States?
The U.S. Constitution
Which branch of government makes laws?
Legislative Branch
How long is a term for a member of the House of Representatives?
2 years
How long is a presidential term?
4 years
What are the first ten amendments called?
Bill of Rights
What part of the Constitution explains its purpose?
The Preamble
Which branch of government enforces laws?
Executive Branch
How long is a term for a U.S. Senator?
6 years
Who becomes president if the president cannot serve?
Vice-President
Which amendment ended slavery?
13th Amendment
What famous words begin the Preamble?
“We the People”
Which branch of government interprets laws?
Judicial Branch
How many senators does each state have?
2
What is the president’s role with the military called?
Commander-in-Chief
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
19th Amendment
What city did the Constitutional Convention meet in?
Philadelphia
What is the name of the lawmaking body of the United States?
Congress
What is the total number of senators in the Senate?
100
What power allows the president to reject a law passed by Congress?
Veto
Which Supreme Court case said students have free speech rights at school?
Tinker v Des Moines
What document was used to govern the U.S. before the Constitution?
Articles of Confederation
What is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
What determines how many representatives a state has in the House?
Population
What power allows the president to forgive someone for a federal crime?
Pardon
Which Supreme Court case required police to read suspects their rights?
Miranda v Arizona