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The Constitution of the United States: A Framework for a New Nation

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Which article of the Constitution establishes the legislative branch of the US government?

  1. Article I

  2. Article II

  3. Article III

  4. Article IV


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article I of the Constitution establishes the legislative branch of the US government, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives.

What is the supreme law of the land according to the Constitution?

  1. The Constitution

  2. The Declaration of Independence

  3. The Bill of Rights

  4. The Articles of Confederation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article VI of the Constitution establishes the Constitution as the supreme law of the land, meaning that it takes precedence over all other laws.

How many amendments were added to the Constitution in the Bill of Rights?

  1. 10

  2. 12

  3. 15

  4. 18


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bill of Rights, consisting of the first ten amendments to the Constitution, guarantees certain fundamental rights and freedoms to individuals.

Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

  1. 13th Amendment

  2. 14th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 16th Amendment


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The 13th Amendment to the Constitution abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States.

What is the process of amending the Constitution called?

  1. Ratification

  2. Impeachment

  3. Veto

  4. Filibuster


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The process of amending the Constitution is called ratification, which involves approval by a two-thirds majority in both houses of Congress and ratification by three-fourths of the states.

Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?

  1. Legislative

  2. Executive

  3. Judicial

  4. Administrative


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The judicial branch, particularly the Supreme Court, is responsible for interpreting the Constitution and ensuring its proper application.

What is the term limit for the President of the United States?

  1. One term

  2. Two terms

  3. Three terms

  4. No term limits


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 22nd Amendment to the Constitution limits the President to two terms in office.

Which amendment granted women the right to vote?

  1. 16th Amendment

  2. 17th Amendment

  3. 18th Amendment

  4. 19th Amendment


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The 19th Amendment to the Constitution granted women the right to vote.

What is the minimum age requirement for the President of the United States?

  1. 25 years

  2. 30 years

  3. 35 years

  4. 40 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Article II of the Constitution sets the minimum age requirement for the President at 35 years.

Which amendment established direct election of Senators by popular vote?

  1. 15th Amendment

  2. 16th Amendment

  3. 17th Amendment

  4. 18th Amendment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 17th Amendment to the Constitution established the direct election of Senators by popular vote.

What is the process of removing a President from office called?

  1. Impeachment

  2. Recall

  3. Resignation

  4. Censure


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Impeachment is the process by which the House of Representatives can bring charges against the President, and the Senate can try and remove the President from office.

Which amendment prohibits the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages?

  1. 16th Amendment

  2. 17th Amendment

  3. 18th Amendment

  4. 19th Amendment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The 18th Amendment to the Constitution prohibited the manufacture, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages.

What is the name of the first ten amendments to the Constitution?

  1. The Bill of Rights

  2. The Articles of Confederation

  3. The Declaration of Independence

  4. The Emancipation Proclamation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first ten amendments to the Constitution are collectively known as the Bill of Rights.

Which amendment guarantees the right to bear arms?

  1. 1st Amendment

  2. 2nd Amendment

  3. 3rd Amendment

  4. 4th Amendment


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 2nd Amendment to the Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms.

What is the process of selecting the President and Vice President called?

  1. Electoral College

  2. Popular Vote

  3. Caucus

  4. Primary Election


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Electoral College is the process by which the President and Vice President are selected.

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