#1
Which article of the Constitution establishes the legislative branch?
Article I
ExplanationArticle I of the Constitution establishes the legislative branch.
#2
Who is considered the 'Father of the Constitution'?
James Madison
ExplanationJames Madison is considered the 'Father of the Constitution.'
#3
Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting laws?
Judicial
ExplanationThe Judicial branch is responsible for interpreting laws.
#4
What is the minimum age requirement to serve as a U.S. Senator?
35 years old
ExplanationThe minimum age requirement to serve as a U.S. Senator is 35 years old.
#5
Which amendment guarantees the right to bear arms?
Second Amendment
ExplanationThe Second Amendment guarantees the right to bear arms.
#6
How many branches of government are established by the U.S. Constitution?
Three
ExplanationThe U.S. Constitution establishes three branches of government.
#7
Which amendment grants freedom of speech, religion, and the press?
First Amendment
ExplanationThe First Amendment grants freedom of speech, religion, and the press.
#8
How many total amendments are there in the Constitution?
27
ExplanationThere are 27 total amendments in the Constitution.
#9
Which amendment abolished slavery in the United States?
Thirteenth Amendment
ExplanationThe Thirteenth Amendment abolished slavery in the United States.
#10
Who has the power to declare war according to the Constitution?
Congress
ExplanationCongress has the power to declare war according to the Constitution.
#11
Which amendment guarantees the right to a trial by jury?
Seventh Amendment
ExplanationThe Seventh Amendment guarantees the right to a trial by jury.
#12
Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States?
John Roberts
ExplanationJohn Roberts is the current Chief Justice of the United States.
#13
Which Supreme Court case established the principle of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
ExplanationMarbury v. Madison established the principle of judicial review.
#14
What is the term length for a federal judge appointed to the Supreme Court?
Lifetime appointment
ExplanationA federal judge appointed to the Supreme Court has a lifetime appointment.
#15
What is the process called by which the Constitution can be changed?
Amendment
ExplanationThe process by which the Constitution can be changed is called Amendment.
#16
Which amendment guarantees protection against cruel and unusual punishment?
Eighth Amendment
ExplanationThe Eighth Amendment guarantees protection against cruel and unusual punishment.
#17
Which amendment guarantees the right to trial by jury in civil cases?
Seventh Amendment
ExplanationThe Seventh Amendment guarantees the right to trial by jury in civil cases.