U.S. Constitution Quiz

What is the main purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

• To declare independence

• To explain the laws of each state

• To establish the laws and government of the United States

• To create new countries

What are the three branches of government created by the Constitution?

• Executive, Judicial, and Legislative

• Police, Firefighters, and Teachers

• Federal, State, and Local

• President, Congress, and Governors

What is an amendment?

• A law passed by Congress

• A change or addition to the Constitution

• A new state law

• A vote for a new president

How can an amendment be proposed?

• By the President

• By two-thirds of both houses of Congress

• By the Supreme Court

• By the governor of a state

Which of the following is NOT part of the amendment process?

• Proposal by Congress

• Ratification by the states

• Approval by the President

• Agreement by two-thirds of state legislatures

Which of the following is the first step in the amendment process?

• The amendment is ratified

• The amendment is proposed

Which fraction of state legislatures must approve an amendment for it to be ratified?

• One-fourth

• One-half

• Three-fourths

• All states

What does it mean to ratify an amendment?

• To suggest a new law

• To approve or agree to an amendment

• To remove an amendment

• To vote on a new president

Which body is responsible for ratifying amendments?

• The President

• Congress

• State legislatures or state conventions

• The Supreme Court

How long do states have to ratify an amendment?

• There is no time limit unless Congress sets one

• One year

• Six months

• Five years