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What does Article 1 of the Constitution establish?
What does Article 1 of the Constitution establish?
- The legislative branch and its powers (correct)
- The judicial branch
- The Amendment process
- The executive branch
What branch of government does Article 2 create?
What branch of government does Article 2 create?
Executive branch
What is the primary function of the judicial branch as described in Article 3?
What is the primary function of the judicial branch as described in Article 3?
Interprets the law
What does Article 4 address?
What does Article 4 address?
How can the Constitution be changed according to Article 5?
How can the Constitution be changed according to Article 5?
What does Article 6 assert about the Constitution?
What does Article 6 assert about the Constitution?
What does Article 7 specify regarding the ratification of the Constitution?
What does Article 7 specify regarding the ratification of the Constitution?
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Article 1
- Establishes the structure and powers of Congress, which consists of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
- Defines the legislative authority and limits of Congress in making laws for the nation.
Article 2
- Creates the executive branch responsible for the administration of government.
- Composed of the President and executive officers who execute and enforce laws.
Article 3
- Establishes the judicial branch tasked with interpreting laws.
- Includes the Supreme Court and subordinate courts established by Congress.
Article 4
- Outlines the responsibilities and duties of individual states.
- Defines the relationship and obligations between the states and the federal government.
Article 5
- States that amendments to the Constitution can only be made through an official amendment process.
Article 6
- Ensures the validity of debts incurred before the adoption of the Constitution.
- Declares the Constitution as the supreme law of the land, requiring all officials and judges to uphold it.
Article 7
- Specifies the number of states required to ratify the Constitution for it to take effect.
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