Constitution

How many branches are there in our federal government?

• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5

What was the U.S.'s first form of government?

• Magna Carta
• Articles of Confederation
• John Locke

Why did they replace the Articles of Confederation

• To give states more power
• To establish a stronger federal government
• To expand American territory

Which branch introduces bills?

• the legislative branch
• the executive branch
• the judicial branch

Which branch signs or vetos bills

• the legislative branch
• the executive branch
• the judicial branch

How is representation determined in the House?

• There are five representatives per state
• It is based on state population
• The president decides

How is representation determined in the Senate?

• There are two senators per state
• The president decides
• The people vote how many senators their state will have

What is the beginning of the Constitution called?

• Preamble
• Declaration of Indepedence
• Article 1
• Constitution

What is the purpose of the preamble

• To introduce the Constitution
• To list the rights of Americans
• To describe the powers of the President
• To describe the powers of Congress

How long is a Senators term?

• 2 years
• 4 years
• 6 years