US Constitution
Quiz by Jennifer Banda
Grade 8
Social Studies (2018)
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- Q1Which series of 85 essays influenced the ratification of the United States Constitution?English Bill of RightsMagna CartaFederalist PapersMayflower Compact30s113.20.15.A
- Q2Which of the following best describes a weakness of the Articles of Confederation?It lacked a central authority to enforce lawsIt led to the creation of a strong executive branchIt prevented the formation of a national currencyIt allowed states to form their own military30s113.20.15.B
- Q3Which term refers to the relationship between the powers of the national government and state governments in a federal system?FederalismConstitutionalismUnitaryConfederation30s113.20.17
- Q4Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people?Fifth AmendmentEighth AmendmentFirst AmendmentTenth Amendment30s113.20.17
- Q5How does the U.S. Constitution embody the principle of limited government?By establishing a national religionBy clearly defining and separating the powers of the governmentBy outlining the rights of the PresidentBy determining the shape of the US flag30s113.20.15.D
- Q6Who was known as the 'Father of the Constitution', often associated with the Federalist party?Patrick HenryAlexander HamiltonJames MadisonGeorge Mason30s113.20.17.A
- Q7Which of these figures was a noteworthy Anti-Federalist who was known for his 'Give me liberty, or give me death!' speech?Benjamin FranklinAlexander HamiltonJames MadisonPatrick Henry30s113.20.17.A
- Q8What were the strengths and weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation?The strengths included strong central power and ability to levy taxes, while weaknesses included infringement on state rightsThe strengths included ability to levy taxes and regulate trade between states, while weaknesses included lack of power to enforce lawsThe strengths included maintaining sovereignty of states and facilitating western expansion, while weaknesses included insufficient central power, need for unanimous voting for amendments, and lack of power to levy taxesThe strengths included unanimous voting for passing laws, while weaknesses included limited power to regulate trade between states30s113.20.15.B
- Q9What was the purpose of the Northwest Ordinance?To establish trade routes with Native American tribesTo establish a process for admitting new states to the UnionTo establish the Bill of RightsTo establish a system of public education30s
- Q10What were the requirements for a territory to apply for statehood under the Northwest Ordinance?A population of at least 60,000 and a written constitutionPayment of a large fee to the federal government and an existing state constitutionUnanimous consent from the current states and a strong economyApproval from the British government and a military base30s
- Q11What two plans were combined to create the Great Compromise?The Connecticut Plan and the Delaware PlanThe Virginia Plan and the New Jersey PlanThe New York Plan and the Pennsylvania PlanThe Massachusetts Plan and the Rhode Island Plan30s
- Q12What issue does the Great Compromise address?Slavery in the southern statesTaxes on imported goodsExpansion of the United StatesRepresentation in Congress30s
- Q13What is the significance of the 3/5 compromise?It determined how slaves would be counted for representation and taxation purposes in the United States.It determined how slaves would be punished in the United States.It determined how slaves would be educated in the United States.It determined how slaves would be freed in the United States.30s
- Q14Who is the head of the Executive branch in the United States?The Chief JusticeThe Vice PresidentThe Speaker of the HouseThe President30s
- Q15Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing laws?The Executive branchThe Legislative branchThe Military branchThe Judicial branch30s