Constitution Quiz: Articles IV-VII

Questions and Answers

A result of the amendment process is that:

It requires Congress and the states to work together. (correct)

It forces Congress and the states to respect legal records.

It requires Congress and the states to recognize people's rights.

It requires Congress and the states to work separately.

Amendments to the Constitution can be proposed by:

The president and vice president.

Congress and state legislatures. (correct)

Congress and the Supreme Court.

The president and the Supreme Court.

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

All thirteen

Three-fourths

Two-thirds

Nine of thirteen (correct)

Which best explains why the Privileges and Immunities Clause forbids states from discriminating against citizens from other states?

The Constitution intended for all Americans, regardless of location, to have the same rights. 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

After Congress has approved a proposed amendment to the Constitution, what then must take place before that amendment becomes law?

Three-quarters of the states must approve it. Signup and view all the answers

The process of approving the Constitution is best described as:

Difficult. Signup and view all the answers

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

The amendment receives a two-thirds vote. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Supremacy Clause do?

It establishes a foundation for government. Signup and view all the answers

Which lists the steps involved in approving the Constitution in the correct order?

i. The Constitution was sent to the states for a vote. ii. States voted on whether to approve the Constitution. iii. Nine of the thirteen original states had to approve it. iv. The Constitution became law. Signup and view all the answers

Which best explains how the Supremacy Clause is connected to federalism?

The Supremacy Clause establishes that the federal government has more power than state governments. Signup and view all the answers

States can only pass an amendment to the Constitution if:

Two-thirds of them approve. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Amendment Process

Requires cooperation between Congress and states for approval.
Amendments can be proposed by Congress and state legislatures.
For an amendment to become law, three-quarters of the states must ratify it.

Constitution Approval

Initially, nine out of thirteen states needed to approve the Constitution for it to take effect.
The process of approval is considered difficult due to the necessary consensus and voting procedures.

Privileges and Immunities Clause

Ensures that all Americans have the same rights, regardless of their state of residence.
Forbids states from discriminating against citizens from other states.

Enslaved Persons Clause

Mandates that enslaved persons who escape must be returned to their home states.

Voting Requirements

A two-thirds majority vote is required in both the House and Senate to pass amendments to the Constitution.
The Supremacy Clause establishes that federal law takes precedence over state law.

Supremacy Clause and Federalism

Demonstrates that the federal government has greater authority than state governments.
Serves as a foundational element in establishing relationships and authority between the federal and state governments.

Sequence of Constitution Approval

The Constitution was sent to the states for a vote, followed by the states voting on approval.
After nine states approved, the Constitution officially became law.

Description

Test your knowledge of Articles IV-VII of the Constitution with this quiz. Discover how the amendment process impacts cooperation between Congress and the states, as well as other essential constitutional concepts. Perfect for students and anyone interested in American government.