Constitution

Which founding father was a federalist supporter, 4th president and considered , "Father of the Constitution"

• Benjamin Franklin

• James Madison

• Roger Sherman

• George Washington

Which of the following statements best represents the ideas Alexander Hamilton contributed during the writing of the Constitution?

• He argued for putting an end to the practice of enslaving people

• he suggested that a list of rights for citizens be added to any constitution

• he favored creating a strong federal government along with a national bank

• he proposed a compromise so that both small and large states would have representation.

What was the purpose of creating the U.S. Constitution

• To establish a strong federal government that rules over the Americans living in the states.

• To create a new monarch that would defend the rights and freedoms of Americans.

• To declare to the British king that Americans are free and independent

• to unite Americans in a peaceful nation where citizens are free

According to the Preamble the U.S Constitution, one purpose of the constitution is to---

• establish a weaker government

• create a more perfect government

• define the role of the U.S. Congress

• expand the duties of the U.S. President

The Bill of Rights is an important addition to the U.S. Constitution because it---

• Contains ideas from Enlightenment philosophers

• includes specific rights to which American citizens are entitled

• outlines the requirements for being President of the United States

• list the grievances the American colonists had against the British King.

Leader like George Mason argued for the addition of a list of individual rights to the U.S. Constitution because they---

• felt the states' rights were being ignored

• hoped to provide for the common defense

• wanted to end the practice of enslaving people

• feared the power of a strong federal government

the Judicial Branch does what?

• vetoes laws

• changes laws

• proposes laws

• interpret laws

Which branch of government is responsible for writing and debating bills that may become law?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• Constitutional

One responsibility of the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government is to see that laws are---

• are written quickly

• followed by the citizens

• interpreted correctly

• taught in public schools

A presidential veto of law is an example of--

• due process

• judicial activism

• individual rights

• checks and balances.