Constitution Review 2025

This philosopher greatly influenced the Constitution with his ideas about separation of powers:

• John Adams

• Charles de Montesquieu

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Paine

The Articles of Confederation failed because:

• They gave too much power to the states.

• They created a strong federal army.

• They established a national court system.

• They gave too much power to Congress.

Which document from English history first limited the power of the monarchy?

• English Bill of Rights

• Declaration of Independence

• Magna Carta

• Common Law

The English Bill of Rights directly influenced the Constitution by:

• providing a model for individual rights.

• creating the electoral college.

• establishing state boundaries.

• defining presidential powers.

Which document served as the first government of the United States?

• US Constitution

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

• Federalist Papers

The main function of the Legislative Branch is to:

• interpret laws.

• enforce laws.

• make laws.

• nominate judges.

Which branch of government has the power to veto laws?

• Judicial Branch

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• State governments

The Supreme Court's primary function is to:

• write new laws.

• collect taxes.

• command the military.

• interpret the Constitution.

How does Congress check (limit) the power of the President?

• Through impeachment

• By appointing judges

• By declaring war

• Through executive orders

The Executive Branch is responsible for:

• passing annual budgets.

• enforcing federal laws.

• determining constitutionality.

• writing new amendments.