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1. Question
2. Question 1Question 1
3. Question 2Question 2
4. Question 3Question 3
5. Question 4Question 4
6. Question 5Question 5
7. Question 6Question 6
8. Question 7Question 7
9. Question 8Question 8
10. Question 9Question 9
11. Question 10Question 10

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1. Question 10

Which branch interprets the meaning of laws and includes the U.S. Supreme Court?

1. Option A

Legislative branch

1. Option B

Executive branch

1. Option C

Judicial branch

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1. Question 9

Which branch enacts laws and confirms or rejects presidential appointments?

1. Option A

Judicial branch

1. Option B

Legislative branch

1. Option C

Executive branch

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1. Question 8

Which branch carries out and enforces laws and includes Cabinet members?

1. Option A

Legislative branch

1. Option B

Executive branch

1. Option C

Judicial branch

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1. Question 7

What is known as the "separation of powers"?

1. Option A

Congress

1. Option B

The division of government into three branches

1. Option C

International powers

1. Option D

U.S. presidency

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1. Question 6

What are the three branches of government?

1. Option A

Local, state, federal

1. Option B

Executive, legislative, judicial

1. Option C

House of Representatives, Congress, Senate

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1. Question 5

What conditions must be met for an amendment to be added to the Constitution?

1. Option A

One-half of the states must ratify

1. Option B

A veto by the U.S. president

1. Option C

A majority vote

1. Option D

Three-fourths of the states must ratify

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1. Question 4

What was the original purpose of the U.S. Constitution? There is more than one correct answer.Select all that apply.

1. Option A

To designate limitations and powers

1. Option B

To regulate the use of fossil fuels

1. Option C

To establish the basic rights of American citizens

1. Option D

To establish a new government

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1. Question 3

Which articles best describe the responsibilities of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches?

1. Option A

Articles IV and V

1. Option B

Articles I, II, and III

1. Option C

Articles of Presidency

1. Option D

Bill of Rights

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1. Question 2

Why is the Preamble such an important introduction?

1. Option A

It outlines the role of the U.S. government and that it is governed by and for its people.

1. Option B

It outlines the role of the U.S. government to govern all people.

1. Option C

It establishes a new government.

1. Option D

It establishes rules and regulations.

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1. Question 1

What document is the foundation for U.S. laws?

1. Option A

Bylaws

1. Option B

The Preamble

1. Option C

U.S. Constitution

1. Option D

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Complete this quiz after reviewing all the resources provided in the Learning Activities folder. This gives you a chance to practice and check your understanding of the three branches of government and their powers as stated in the U.S. Constitution. You have unlimited attempts to take this quiz.