Early United States Government and Founding Documents Quiz
Test your knowledge on early US government, Constitution, and key documents with questions on founders, amendments, and historic events.
#1
Which document outlined the first form of government for the United States?
The Articles of Confederation
The Declaration of Independence
The U.S. Constitution
The Bill of Rights
#2
Who is considered the 'Father of the Constitution'?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
John Adams
#3
Who presided over the Constitutional Convention in 1787?
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
James Madison
Alexander Hamilton
#4
What is the purpose of the Preamble to the United States Constitution?
To outline the powers of the President
To establish the principle of states' rights
To declare war on foreign nations
To introduce the Constitution and its goals
#5
Which document outlined the grievances against King George III and declared the colonies' independence from Great Britain?
The Declaration of Independence
The Articles of Confederation
The U.S. Constitution
The Federalist Papers
#6
Which of the following was NOT a primary author of the Federalist Papers?
Alexander Hamilton
James Madison
John Jay
Thomas Jefferson
#7
What was the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To establish the structure of the federal government
To guarantee individual rights and freedoms
To outline the process for amending the Constitution
To establish the judicial system
#8
Who was the first Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court?
John Marshall
John Jay
Alexander Hamilton
James Madison
#9
What was the purpose of the Northwest Ordinance of 1787?
To establish a process for admitting new states to the Union
To regulate trade with Native American tribes
To create a system for governing the Northwest Territory
To abolish slavery in the Northwest Territory
#10
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
#11
Which of the following is NOT a branch of the United States government outlined in the Constitution?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Economic
#12
Who wrote the majority of the Antifederalist Papers, arguing against the ratification of the U.S. Constitution?
Alexander Hamilton
John Jay
Thomas Jefferson
Patrick Henry
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