U.S. Constitution Test Review
True or False Did the Articles of Confederation divide power of the government among 3 branches? FALSE Did the Articles of Confederation divide power of the government among 3 branches? FALSE
What event startled Congress into calling for a Constitutional Convention to “fix” the Articles of Confederation? -The Boston Massacre -The Boston Tea Party -Shay’s Rebellion -American Revolution Shays Rebellion
The biggest challenge at the Const. Convention dealt with representation in Congress between what 2 groups? - eastern & western states -northern & southern states -farmers & railroad workers -large and small states large and small states
True or False Both the New Jersey plan and Virginia plan called for 3 branches of government?
What topic did the “Great Compromise” deal with? - Election of the president -Representation in Congress -Powers of the Supreme Court -Abolishing slavery Representation in Congress
Why was James Madison known as the “Father of the Constitution?” -He took so many notes -He did so much research on govt’s -His influence was so great during the whole convention. -He was the smartest delegate Influence was so great!
According to the U.S. Constitution, electors chosen by the states have the power to choose our: -U.S. Senators -U.S. Representatives -President -Supreme Court justices President
The main function of the Legislative branch is to: Make Laws
The main function of the Executive branch is to: Enforce Or Carry-Out Laws
The main function of the Judicial branch is to: Interpret Laws & Resolve disputes
The system of “checks and balances” was created to insure that no one branch would become too _______: Powerful
The power of the Supreme Court to declare a law unconstitutional is called: Judicial Review
In order for Congress to pass laws that may not be covered under their specific powers, the Founding Fathers added 2 general powers known as the: Elastic Clause
The Constitution has lasted so long because it not only has a firm framework, but it also allows the people to ______ it. Change OR Amend Change OR Amend
Who has the power to ratify or approve a treaty made by the president? Senate
Who has the power to veto laws made by Congress? President
The goals of the government are listed in the ___________. Preamble
According to the Preamble, who has the power to run the government? The People
In the Preamble, what phrase means “maintaining peace and order” in our country? Insure domestic tranquility
In the Preamble, what phrase means “to protect the U.S. from invaders from other countries?” “Provide for the Common Defense”
In the Preamble, what phrase best describes the federal court system? establish Justice
In the Preamble, what phrase talks about insuring freedom for our descendants? secure the Blessings of Liberty to Ourselves and our Posterity
Which of our Founding Fathers wrote the Bill of Rights? James Madison
True or False The Bill of Rights is part of the: -Declaration of Independence (FALSE) -Articles of Confederation (FALSE) -Louisiana Purchase (FALSE) - U.S. Constitution (TRUE)
What branch of government has the job of protecting the rights in the first ten amendments? Judicial branch & Federal Courts
What freedoms are listed under the 1st amendment? -Speech -Religion -Press -Assemble - Petition
What amendment protects people and their property from unreasonable searches? Fourth (4th)
What amendment gives U.S. citizens the right to own guns? Second (2nd)
The police must tell you that you have the right to remain silent and not answer any questions because of the: ___________ warning. Miranda
According to the ninth (9th) amendment, rights that are not listed in the Constitution belong to the: People
What amendment bans the government from using cruel and unusual punishments? Eighth (8th)
A person in the U.S. does not have to house soldiers according to which amendment? Third (3rd)
Congress President In order for a bill to become a law, it must be approved by: _________ and signed by the: _________
People who supported the new Constitution were called: Federalists