12 Questions
According to Article VI, which law prevails in case of a conflict, federal or state law?
Federal law
Which court decides whether a state law interferes with a federal law?
Supreme Court
What does the presidential oath of office signify?
Promise to uphold the Constitution
How many of the original thirteen states needed to ratify the Constitution for it to be adopted?
Nine states
What caused some states to agree to ratify the Constitution?
Assurance of a strong central government
Which state became the ninth state to ratify the Constitution on June 21, 1788?
New Hampshire
What does the third section of Article VI provide for?
It provides for an oath of office for federal and state officials
How do public officials ensure the separation of religion and government?
By refraining from taking any religious oath of office
Why did some states NOT agree to ratify the Constitution?
They were concerned about a lack of protection for individual rights
What caused other states to agree to ratify the Constitution?
The compromise to include a Bill of Rights in the Constitution
What three states agreed to ratify the Constitution after the compromise?
Virginia, New York, and Massachusetts
On June 21, 1788, which state became the ninth state to ratify the Constitution?
New Hampshire
Test your understanding of the key vocabulary related to the Supremacy Clause and Ratifying the Constitution. This quiz covers terms like prevail, priority, oath, allegiance, compromise, and preserve.
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