Constitution History
How many articles in the original constitution
7
What are the first 10 Amendments of the Constitution called?
The Bill of Rights
What does the first amendment protect?
Freedom of Speech, Religion, Press, Assembly and petition (peaceable protest)
Which branch of Government makes Laws?
Legislative
How long is a representative term?
2, 4, or 6 years
2 years
Which is the "Supreme Law" of the Land?
The Declaration of Independence
The US Constitution
The Articles of Confederation
The US Constitution
Which City was the Constitutional Convention held?
Boston, NewYork or Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Which Article of the Constitution outlines the Legislative branch?
Article I
What does the second amendment protect?
Right to bear arms and form a militia
What are the two parts of Congress?
Senate and House of Representatives
Who has the power to Veto bills?
The President of the United States
Which amendment gave women the right to vote?
14th, 19th, or 21st?
19th
What year was the Constitution signed
1776, 1787 or 1791
1789
What Article of the Constitution outlines the Judicial Branch of the Government?
Article III
What does the 4th amendment protect against
Unlawful search and seizure. (Privacy)
How many senators in total
100
Who interprets the Law?
The Supreme Court
Which Amendment abolished slavery?
13th, 14th or 15th
13th
Who is known as the Father of the Constitution
George Washington, James Madison or Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
Which Article outlines the Executive Branch of the Government?
Article II
What does the 5th amendment protect against?
Protection from self incrimination and double jeopardy
How long is a senators term?
2, 4, or 6 years
6 years
How many Supreme Court justices are there?
9
Who presides over the senate?
The Speaker of the house
The Chief Justice
The Vice President
The Vice President
What is the purpose of the Preamble?
To list grievances
To introduce the Constitution and it's goals
To name the president
To introduce the Constitution and it's goals
What is required to amend the Constitution?
Two-Thirds of Congress and Three-Fourths of the states.
What does the 8th amendment prohibit?
Excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment
How many representatives in Congress?
435
What is the length of a Supreme Court Justice's term of service?
Life
What does the 10th amendment state?
Powers not given to the Federal Government belong to the states or the people