U.S. Constitution - Fraley

What is the main purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution? (6)

• To list the Bill of Rights

• To outline the goals of the government and why the Constitution was written

• To describe the amendment process

• To establish the Supreme Court

How many members serve in the Senate?

• 50 members

• 435 members

• 100 members

• 75 members

When a President denies a bill it is called ?

• Gerrymandering

• a Unanimous vote
• the Great Compromise
• a Veto

What is the minimum age requirement to be a U.S. Representative? (7)

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

• 35 years old

• 21 years old

Which branch of government has the power to make laws?

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

• State Governments

How long is a President’s term?

• 2 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 8 years

What is the highest court in the federal system? (12)

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• State Supreme Court

• U.S. Supreme Court

How many Supreme Court justices are there today?

• Seven

• Eight

• Nine

• Ten

In Federalism what is the power that is shared between national and state governments called? (13)

• Veto

• Delegated

• Concurrent

• House of Representatives

What fraction of states must ratify an amendment for it to become part of the Constitution? (14)

• One-half

• Two-thirds

• Three-fourths
• All states