Constitution quiz

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

• To outline the rules and regulations of government

• To give the purposes and goals of government

• To list the fundamental rights of citizens

• To describe the structure of the legislative branch

Complete the following phrase from the Preamble: "We, the people of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common Defense, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our ________."

• Ancestors

• Posterity

• Leaders

• Allies

What does Article I of the U.S. Constitution describe?

• The Executive Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Bill of Rights

How is the House of Representatives' composition determined?

• Based on equal representation from each state

• Based on the population of each state

• Based on the geographical size of each state

• Based on the seniority of each state's politicians

What is the basis for representation in the Senate?

• Based on the population of each state

• Based on the geographical size of each state

• Based on equal representation from each state

• Based on the seniority of each state's politicians

What does Article II of the U.S. Constitution describe?

• The Legislative Branch

• The Executive Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The process of amending the Constitution

Who is the commander-in-chief of the U.S. military according to Article II?

• The Vice President

• The Secretary of Defense

• The Chief Justice

• The President

What method to elect the president is described in Article II?

• Popular vote

• Electoral College

• Legislative appointment

• Random selection

What process is outlined in Article II for removing a president from office?

• Resignation

• Impeachment

• Vote of no confidence

• Recall election

Which of the following roles can be impeached under Article II?

• Members of Congress

• President and Vice President

• State Governors

• Ambassadors