U.S. Constitution Test

What is the purpose of the United States Constitution?

• To establish a monarchy

• To outline the rights of citizens

• To abolish the federal government

• To limit individual freedoms

The Constitution outlines a federalist system of government that shares powers between which entities?

• Federal and local governments

• State and local governments

• Federal, state, and local governments

• Federal and state governments

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws and ensuring they align with the Constitution?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Administrative

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances established by the Constitution?

• To concentrate power in one branch

• To prevent the government from functioning

• To make sure one branch doesn’t become too powerful

• To eliminate individual rights

Which document outlines the individual rights of citizens and is considered part of the Constitution?

• Declaration of Independence

• Bill of Rights

• Articles of Confederation

• Magna Carta

How can the Constitution be amended?

• By executive order

• By a majority vote in Congress

• By a special committee

• Through a formal process outlined in the Constitution

What is a significant change that occurred in the New York State Constitution during the early 19th century?

• The establishment of a monarchy

• The removal of individual rights

• The addition of democratic changes

• The elimination of state governments

Who has the power to declare laws unconstitutional?

• Congress

• The President

• The Supreme Court

• State governors

Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?

• Judicial

• Executive

• Legislative

• Administrative

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To limit the powers of the states

• To outline the rights of citizens