How Much Do You Know About The U.S. Constitution?
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The first three words of the Constitution are
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We the PeopleExplanation
The first three words of the Constitution are "We the people."
"[These words] affirm that the government of the United States exists to serve its citizens."
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How many articles are in the Constitution?
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10
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13
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7
- D.
5
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C. 7Explanation
There are seven articles in the Constitution
The Articles explain how the government works. They also carefully describe the rules for electing government officials, like Senators and the President.
Here's a quick summary:
Article I - Legislative Branch
Article II - Executive Branch
Article III: Judicial Branch
Article IV: The States
Article V: Amendment
Article VI: Debts, Supremacy, Oaths
Article VII: Ratification
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What are the first ten amendments of the Constitution called?
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The bill of rights, The Bill of Rights, Bill of rights, Bill of RightsExplanation
The first 10 amendments are called the Bill of Rights. They outline Americans’ rights in relation to their government.
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Which individual is considered the "Father of the Constitution?"
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George Washington
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Thomas Jefferson
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James Madison
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Benjamin Franklin
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C. James MadisonExplanation
James Madison is considered the "Father of the Constitution."
All individuals are considered Founding Fathers. Although Washington, Jefferson, and Franklin, played key roles in U.S. history, it was Madison that developed the idea to divide the government into three branches.
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Which amendment protects an individual from unreasonable search and seizure?
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1st
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2nd
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3rd
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4th
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5th
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6th
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7th
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8th
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9th
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10th
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D. 4thExplanation
The amendment that protects and individual and their private property from unreasonable search and seizure is the 4th amendment.
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Which amendment provides the freedom of religion, assembly, press, petition and speech?
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1st
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2nd
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3rd
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4th
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5th
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6th
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7th
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8th
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9th
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10th
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A. 1stExplanation
The first amendment allows individuals to express themselves through speech and press and also protects their rights to assemble and protest. It also protects the rights of religious beliefs and practices.
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Which amendment provides the right to a speedy trial and to a trial by an impartial jury in criminal cases?
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1st
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2nd
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3rd
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4th
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5th
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6th
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7th
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8th
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9th
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10th
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F. 6thExplanation
The 6th amendment provides additional protections to those that are charged with crimes.
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- 8.
Does the U.S Constitution mention the rights to "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness?"
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Yes
- B.
No
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B. NoExplanation
No. The Declaration of Independence is the document that mentions ..."Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness" as being unalienable rights.
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- 9.
What year was the Constitution signed?
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1776
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1492
- C.
1787
- D.
1861
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C. 1787Explanation
1776 was the year that the Declaration of Independence was signed. 1861 was the beginning of the American Civil War 1492 was when Columbus discovered America.
The Constitution was signed on September 17, 1787. However, "Confederation Congress established March 4, 1789, as the date to begin operating a new government under the Constitution." The ratification process required that 9 out of 13 states sign, with the ninth state ratifying in 1788 https://constitutioncenter.org/learn/educational-resources/constitution-faqsRate this question:
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Can amendments to the Constitution be repealed?
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Yes
- B.
No
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A. YesExplanation
Amendments can be repealed but only with the ratification of a new amendment.
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