The Constitution

Question 1

Article 1 of the Constitution creates…?

Answer 1

A bicameral legislature. Our federal system of government includes a bicameral legislature- the Senate and the House of Representatives- established in Article 1.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT true about about the legislative branch?

Answer 2

Both the House and the Senate must confirm Supreme Court nominees.

Question 3

The legislative branch true statements..

Answer 3

1. Senate members were originally chosen by the state legislators.
2. The House was granted some exclusive powers such as the power to initiate revenue bills and impeach officials.
3. The Constitution provides that the approval of both houses is necessary for the passage of legislation.

Question 4

How does the Constitution provide for political parties?

Answer 4

They are not mentioned. “Factions” or “jealousies and false arms” were feared to cause damage to the country. Political parties were thought of as searching for profit not providing for the common good.

Question 5

Which article in the Bill of Rights states in part the “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion.”

Answer 5

The 1st Amendment. Most people think of it as the ‘free speech” amendment. Article 1 states “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for redress of grievances.”