Constitution Assessment: Section 1

What is the U.S. Constitution often referred to as?

• The Book of Laws

• The Supreme Law of the Land

• The Declaration of Government

• The Founders’ Playbook

Why did the Founders replace the Articles of Confederation?

• They wanted a monarchy

• It gave too much power to Congress

• It created a government that was too weak

• It was never ratified

What is the main role of the Legislative Branch?

• Interpret laws

• Enforce laws

• Make laws

• Veto laws

What does the Executive Branch do?

• Pass laws

• Elect the President

• Interpret laws

• Enforce laws

What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?

• Write federal laws

• Approve treaties

• Interpret laws and decide constitutionality

• Command the military

What does “checks and balances” mean?

• All branches have equal budgets

• Branches cooperate without conflict

• Each branch can limit the powers of the others

• Congress manages executive orders

What does Article I of the Constitution cover?

• The Presidency

• The Courts

• The Legislative Branch

• The Bill of Rights

Which article outlines the Executive Branch?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

Which article establishes the Judicial Branch?

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

• Article V

What is Popular Sovereignty?

• Rule by the wealthiest citizens

• Power belongs to the people

• Government chooses leaders

• Judges have the final say