Understanding the U.S. Constitution

What was the main reason for drafting the U.S. Constitution?

• To strengthen the power of the states

• To replace the Articles of Confederation

• To create a monarchy

• To eliminate the legislative branch

What is a key feature of the legislative branch under the Constitution?

• It is a unicameral legislature

• It has no power to make laws

• It is a bicameral legislature

• It is led by the President

What is the Necessary and Proper Clause also known as?

• The Supremacy Clause

• The Judicial Clause

• The Elastic Clause

• The Executive Clause

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

• The Chief Justice

• The Speaker of the House

• The President

• The Vice President

What type of jurisdiction does the Supreme Court have in cases involving ambassadors?

• Exclusive jurisdiction

• Appellate jurisdiction

• Original jurisdiction

• Concurrent jurisdiction

What does Article IV of the Constitution address?

• The election of the President

• The rights of citizens

• The relationship between states

• The powers of Congress

How can an amendment to the Constitution be proposed?

• By the Supreme Court

• By two-thirds of both houses of Congress

• By a simple majority in Congress

• By the President alone

What does the Supremacy Clause state?

• Federal laws are supreme over state laws

• State laws are supreme over federal laws

• The Supreme Court can make laws

• The President can override any law

What was promised to gain support for the Constitution from its opponents?

• A stronger state government

• A unicameral legislature

• A Bill of Rights

• A new monarchy

What system was established to ensure no single branch of government became too powerful?

• Federalism

• Direct democracy

• Checks and balances

• Monarchy