U.S. Government and Constitutional Principles

The video discusses the importance of the Constitution and Declaration of Independence in the USA. It explains the structure of the Constitution, including its articles and amendments, and their roles in government. The video also covers the amendment process, terms of service for government positions, and different interpretations of the Constitution, such as originalism and the living Constitution.

What is the primary purpose of the Declaration of Independence?

• To provide guidelines for amending the Constitution

• To establish the structure of the U.S. government

• To declare the USA as an independent political entity

• To outline the rights of U.S. citizens

What is the role of the Federalist Papers in relation to the Constitution?

• They are amendments to the Constitution

• They provide a detailed explanation of the Constitution

• They are part of the Bill of Rights

• They establish the judicial branch

Which of the following is NOT one of the first three articles of the Constitution?

• Executive Branch

• State Powers

• Legislative Branch

• Judicial Branch

What is the main idea behind the concept of 'checks and balances'?

• To allow each branch of government to limit the powers of the others

• To provide a system for amending the Constitution

• To establish the rights of citizens

• To ensure the federal government has more power than the states

What does the First Amendment protect?

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom of speech, religion, and press

• Protection against unreasonable searches

• The right to a fair trial

Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

• 13th Amendment

• 14th Amendment

• 15th Amendment

• 16th Amendment

What is the maximum number of terms a U.S. President can serve?

• Three terms

• Two terms

• Four terms

• One term

Which amendment lowered the voting age to 18?

• 27th Amendment

• 19th Amendment

• 20th Amendment

• 26th Amendment

What is the term length for a U.S. Senator?

• Eight years

• Two years

• Four years

• Six years

Which approach to interpreting the Constitution focuses on applying it to modern-day situations?

• Originalism

• Living Constitution

• Federalism

• Judicial Review