12 Questions
Which Article of the US Constitution outlines the process of constitutional amendment?
Article V
Which amendments are known together as 'criminal due process rights'?
Amendments 4, 5, 6, and 8
Which Article of the US Constitution describes the powers and structure of the judicial branch?
Article III
What is the primary purpose of Joint Committees in Congress?
To investigate and make recommendations about a particular issue
What is the main factor that led to the eventual ratification of the US Constitution?
The promise of a bill of rights
Which concept of the US Constitution states that national laws prevail over conflicting state laws?
Federal Supremacy
Which legislative chamber was specifically created to closely represent the people's views?
The House of Representatives
What is the role of the President of the Senate according to the US Constitution?
The President of the Senate is the US Vice-President
What is the most important determinant in a successful congressional campaign?
The candidate's incumbency
Which of the following is NOT a role of the President?
Chief of staff
What is the purpose of the Electoral College in the US electoral system?
To ensure that the candidate with the most electoral votes wins the election
What is the role of a member of Congress when they advocate on behalf of a constituent who has an issue with a bureaucratic agency?
They are acting as an ombudsperson
Test your knowledge on the US Constitution, focusing on the three branches of government, the ratification process, and key articles such as Article III and Article V. Learn about the powers, structure, and processes outlined in the Constitution.
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