11 Questions
What is the term for the system that prevents one branch of government from becoming too powerful?
Checks and balances
Who is responsible for signing bills into laws in the United States?
The President
If both the President and the Vice President are unable to serve, who becomes the President?
The Speaker of the House
Who has the power to veto bills passed by Congress in the United States?
The President
How long is the term for a U.S. Senator?
Six years
What is the significance of the month of November in the United States electoral calendar?
It is when the Presidential vote takes place
What is the supreme law of the land?
Constitution
What do we call the first ten amendments to the Constitution?
Bill of Rights
What are the first three words of the Constitution that signify the idea of self-government?
We the People
What is an amendment?
A change or addition to the Constitution
What is freedom of religion?
Freedom to practice any religion or none at all
Test your knowledge on the principles of American democracy with this quiz. Questions cover topics like the supreme law of the land, the purpose of the Constitution, and key concepts such as self-government and constitutional amendments.
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