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What does Article 1 of the Constitution define?
What is the focus of Article 2 of the Constitution?
The Executive Branch
What does Article 3 of the Constitution establish?
The Judicial Branch
What is the primary concern of Article 4 of the Constitution?
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What process is established in Article 5 of the Constitution?
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What does Article 6 of the Constitution state?
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What does Article 7 of the Constitution address?
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Study Notes
Article 1
- Defines the Legislative Branch of government.
- Details powers, roles, and the structure of Congress, which includes the Senate and House of Representatives.
Article 2
- Establishes the Executive Branch of government.
- Outlines the powers and duties of the President, including enforcement of laws and command of military.
- Specifies the process for presidential removal through impeachment.
Article 3
- Creates the Judicial Branch, including the Supreme Court and lower courts.
- Defines treason and establishes the procedure for its prosecution.
Article 4
- Regulates the powers and responsibilities of states.
- Ensures states respect each other's laws and judicial proceedings.
- Addresses the admission of new states to the Union.
Article 5
- Outlines the process for amending the Constitution.
- Allows for amendments to be proposed by a two-thirds vote in both Houses of Congress or by a convention called by two-thirds of state legislatures.
Article 6
- Establishes the Constitution as the supreme law of the land.
- Requires all officials, both federal and state, to take an oath to support the Constitution.
Article 7
- Specifies the ratification process of the Constitution.
- Declares that the Constitution would take effect once nine out of the thirteen states ratified it.
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This quiz covers the foundational articles of the United States government, focusing on the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches. Additionally, it addresses state powers and the amendment process of the Constitution. Perfect for students studying American government structure.
