U.S. Government: Articles and Constitution Quiz

Questions and Answers

Under the Articles of Confederation, Congress had the power to:

To amend the Articles of Confederation

To levy taxes

To enforce laws

Regulate trade (correct)

The first formal constitution in the colonies was the:

Fundamental Orders of Connecticut

Articles of Confederation (correct)

Northwest Ordinance

Bill of Rights

This man was known as the father of the Constitution:

George Washington

John Adams

James Madison (correct)

Thomas Jefferson

Federalists were concerned that without a strong national government this would triumph:

Anarchy Signup and view all the answers

As established by the Framers, the voice of the people would be represented in the:

House of Representatives Signup and view all the answers

Article 1, Section 8, of the Constitution lists specific powers granted to Congress, known as:

Enumerated powers Signup and view all the answers

To protect liberty and specify its powers, the Framers gave Congress:

Expressed powers Signup and view all the answers

An amendment may be proposed by a two-thirds vote of both houses of Congress or by:

A national constitutional convention Signup and view all the answers

The Constitution grants these powers to the national government:

Delegated powers Signup and view all the answers

This gives the federal government the right to tax your income:

Sixteenth Amendment Signup and view all the answers

In Congress, the majority and minority leaders are assisted by:

Whips Signup and view all the answers

In the Senate, bills are brought to the floor by:

Unanimous consent Signup and view all the answers

The process of setting up new congressional districts after reapportionment is called:

Redistricting Signup and view all the answers

The presiding officer of the House of Representatives is the:

Speaker Signup and view all the answers

A filibuster can be stopped when three-fifths of the Senate votes for:

Cloture Signup and view all the answers

The power to write the rules in Congress is controlled by the:

Majority Party Signup and view all the answers

This power allows Congress to check on how the executive branch is administering the law:

Legislative oversight Signup and view all the answers

This action was found unconstitutional because it violated the separation of powers:

Legislative veto Signup and view all the answers

What requires the president to notify Congress when committing military forces?

War Powers Act Signup and view all the answers

Following the vice president, the next in succession for the presidency is the:

Speaker of the House Signup and view all the answers

What of the following is a requirement to become president?

Native-born citizen Signup and view all the answers

This deals with presidential succession:

25th Amendment Signup and view all the answers

This person presides over the Senate:

Vice President Signup and view all the answers

A bicameral legislature is one that:

Has two chambers. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Articles of Confederation and Constitution

Congress under the Articles lacked the power to levy taxes but could regulate trade.
The Articles of Confederation were the first formal constitution adopted in the colonies.
James Madison is recognized as the "Father of the Constitution" for his pivotal role in its drafting.

Federalists and Government Structure

Federalists feared that without a strong national government, anarchy would prevail.
The House of Representatives was established to ensure the voice of the people in governance.

Powers of Congress

Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution enumerates specific powers granted to Congress, termed as enumerated powers.
Congress has expressed powers to protect liberty and define its functions.
Delegated powers are specifically granted to the national government.

Amendments and Taxation

Amendments can be proposed either by a two-thirds vote in both houses or through a national constitutional convention.
The Sixteenth Amendment allows the federal government to tax income.

Leadership in Congress

Whips assist majority and minority leaders in Congress with organization and party discipline.
In the Senate, bills proceed to the floor via unanimous consent.

Redistricting and Leadership Roles

The process of redistricting occurs after reapportionment to establish new congressional districts.
The Speaker of the House presides over the House of Representatives and manages legislative procedures.

Filibusters and Legislative Control

A filibuster can be halted through cloture, requiring a three-fifths vote in the Senate.
The majority party has the power to establish legislative rules within Congress.

Executive Oversight

Legislative oversight allows Congress to monitor the executive branch's law administration.
The legislative veto was deemed unconstitutional for violating the principle of separation of powers.

Military and Presidential Powers

The War Powers Act mandates presidential notification to Congress when deploying military forces.
The Speaker of the House is next in line for presidential succession after the vice president.

Requirements for Presidency and Succession

A native-born citizen is a requirement to become president of the United States.
The 25th Amendment outlines procedures for presidential succession.
The vice president presides over the Senate, following the established constitutional role.

Legislative Structure

A bicameral legislature consists of two separate chambers, often referring to the structure of Congress.

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Test your knowledge of the Articles of Confederation and the U.S. Constitution. Explore key concepts such as the powers of Congress, the role of Federalists, and the amendment process. Ideal for those studying American government and its foundational documents.