Constitution Flashcards: Articles IV-VII

Questions and Answers

The process of approving the Constitution is best described as?

Simple

Unfair

Difficult (correct)

Unofficial

The House and Senate can only pass amendments to the Constitution if?

The president supports them

The amendment receives a two-thirds vote (correct)

The amendment receives a majority vote

The judiciary branch supports them

How many states had to vote for the Constitution to approve it?

All thirteen

Two-thirds

Nine of thirteen (correct)

Three-fourths

Amendments to the Constitution can be proposed by?

Congress and state legislatures Signup and view all the answers

The first two sections of Article IV of the Constitution focus on relationships between?

Different US states Signup and view all the answers

Ratification is best defined as?

The process of approving the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

Which is a true statement about the Full Faith and Credit Clause?

The Full Faith and Credit Clause deals with legal proceedings between states Signup and view all the answers

How many states must approve an amendment before it can be added to the Constitution?

Three-fourths Signup and view all the answers

Which best explains how Article IV is connected to federalism?

Article IV grants powers to states while limiting the powers of the federal government Signup and view all the answers

Which statement summarizes the Enslaved Persons Clause?

Enslaved persons who escape must be returned to their home states Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Constitution Approval Process

The approval of the Constitution is considered a difficult process.
Ratification requires a two-thirds vote in both the House and Senate for amendments.
Nine out of thirteen states had to ratify the Constitution for it to be approved.

Proposing Amendments

Amendments to the Constitution can only be proposed by Congress and state legislatures.
The amendment approval process emphasizes the role of Congress in legislative changes.

Article IV Overview

The initial sections of Article IV focus on the relationships and interactions between different US states.
Article IV connects to federalism by granting powers to states while limiting the powers of the federal government.

Full Faith and Credit Clause

The Full Faith and Credit Clause mandates that legal proceedings and public acts be recognized across states, ensuring consistency in legal matters.

Amendment Approval Requirements

An amendment is ratified and added to the Constitution only if three-fourths of the states approve it.

Enslaved Persons Clause

The Enslaved Persons Clause stipulates that enslaved individuals who escape must be returned to their home states, without granting them constitutional rights or freedom upon escaping.

Description

Test your knowledge on the key concepts of Articles IV to VII of the U.S. Constitution. This quiz focuses on the amendment process, roles of different branches, and the states' involvement. Perfect for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of constitutional law.