PREVIEW TO THE CONSTITUTION

What is the main purpose of a constitution in a country?

• To establish the rules for a game

• To outline the fundamental principles and laws governing a nation

• To provide a list of all the cities in a country

• To describe the weather patterns of a region

The introduction to the Constitution is called the

• article

• preamble

• branch

• amendment

Who can declare war?

• the states

• the President

• the Congress

• the Supreme Court

Which of the following is typically included in a constitution?

• The names of all the citizens

• The structure of the government

• A list of popular songs

• The best tourist attractions

What is the significance of the preamble in a constitution?

• It provides a summary of the country's history

• It outlines the goals and purposes of the constitution

• It lists the names of the founding fathers

• It describes the national anthem

Which branch of government is typically responsible for interpreting the constitution?

• The Executive Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Judicial Branch

• The Military Branch

A person has a right to a fair trial. This is called..

• ex post facto

• habeas corpus

• bill of attainder

• judicial review

What role does a constitution play in limiting government power?

• It allows the government to do anything it wants

• It sets boundaries and limits on what the government can and cannot do

• It gives the government unlimited power

• It has no role in government power

Being removed from office is called..

• re-election

• dismissal

• confirmation

• impeachment

How does a constitution help in protecting the rights of citizens?

• By listing the rights and freedoms that cannot be infringed upon

• By providing a map of the country

• By detailing the history of the nation

• By describing the climate of the region