3rd U.S. Government

What is the Declaration of Independence?

• A historical document declaring the American colonies' independence from Britain.

• A treaty between the United States and Britain.

• A speech given by George Washington.

• A law passed by the British Parliament.

What is the nickname for the Declaration of Independence?

• The Breakup Letter

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The Rule Book

What is the nickname for the Constitution?

• The Breakup Letter

• The Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

• The U. S. Rule Book

Which best describes the Constitution?

• The Supreme Law of the Land

• An agreement between countries

• A declaration of independence

• A Political Agreement

What was the nickname for the Founding Fathers that wrote the Constitution?

• The Framers

• Patriots

• Loyalists

• The Founders

The Constitution is divided into three parts. What are they?

• Preamble, Articles, Amendments

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion

• Chapters, Sections, Clauses

• Parts, Sections, Appendices

The purpose of the Constitution is to:

• establish the framework of government and protect citizens' rights

• provide guidelines for international relations

• outline the history of the nation

• serve as a religious document

How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?

• 10

• 12

• 15

• 20

An amendment is:

• a change or addition to a law

• a type of legal punishment

• a form of government

• a historical event

The purpose of checks and balances is to:

• ensure that no single branch of government becomes too powerful

• provide financial oversight

• maintain economic stability

• regulate international trade