Constitution Structure and Principles Quiz

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

• To define the relationship between states and the national government

• To outline the responsibilities of the Supreme Court

• To explain the goals of the Constitution

• To establish the powers of the President

How many articles are there in the Constitution?

• Twelve

• Ten

• Seven

• Five

Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?

• Executive

• Federal

• Legislative

• Judicial

What is the power of the courts to overturn laws and actions of governments called?

• Judicial Review

• Executive Order

• Legislative Override

• Constitutional Amendment

What principle divides the responsibilities of the government into three branches?

• Checks and Balances

• Separation of Powers

• Popular Sovereignty

• Federalism

Which principle ensures that the government cannot overreach and violate the rights of citizens?

• Separation of Powers

• Limited Government

• Federalism

• Judicial Review

What is the term for the division of powers between states and the national government?

• Concurrent Powers

• Exclusive Powers

• Shared Powers

• Reserved Powers

Which article of the Constitution outlines the relationship between states and the national government?

• Article III

• Article IV

• Article I

• Article II

How many amendments have been made to the Constitution?

• 25

• 15

• 27

• 20

What phrase from the Preamble emphasizes the role of US citizens in government?

• Federalism

• Judicial Review

• Limited Government

• Consent of the governed