Constitution and Bill of Rights Quiz

How many Amendments does the Constitution have?

• 33

• 23

• 27

• 40

What is the main difference between the House of Representatives and the Senate?

• One makes the laws, the other enforces the laws.

• The House is determined by population and elected for 2 year terms; the Senate is equal representation among the states and elected for 6 year terms.

• The House is chosen by the President, and the Senate is chosen by the people

• The House is in New York City, and the Senate is in Washington, D.C.

True or false: an elected member of government can never be removed from office for serious crimes.

• True

• False

What is the role of the judicial branch of the United States? Mark all that apply

• to deal with all questions regarding the Constitution

• To settle arguments or controversies between states

• To settle arguments and controversies between citizens and states

• To make sure the President does not step out of line.

What does Article 4 of the Constitution deal with?

• The president

• Congress

• Relationships between the states and the government

• The judicial branch

How many states had to ratify, or approve, the Constitution for it to become law?

• 10

• 13

• 7

• 9

True or false: while the President can veto (say no to) a law, Congress can override the President's veto

• True

• False

Which amendment guarantees the right to freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom of the press?

• First

• Second

• Third

• Fourth

Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial?

• Fourth

• Fifth

• Sixth

• Seventh

Which amendment guarantees the right to privacy, specifically if the police want to search a person's belongings or property?

• Second

• Fourth

• Ninth

• Tenth