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Constitutional law
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  • 1. Constitutional law is the body of law that governs the interpretation and application of a country's constitution. It establishes the framework for the organization of the government, the powers and responsibilities of government institutions, and the rights and duties of individuals. Constitutional law serves as a guiding principle for the functioning of a society, ensuring that governmental actions are in line with the constitution's provisions and that the rights of citizens are protected. It is a crucial component of a country's legal system, providing a basis for resolving disputes, upholding the rule of law, and maintaining the balance of power between different branches of government. Constitutional law is dynamic and responsive to societal changes, reflecting the evolving values and norms of a given society. It is a cornerstone of democracy, ensuring that government actions are consistent with the will of the people and that individual liberties are safeguarded.

    Which article of the US Constitution outlines the process for amending the Constitution?
A) Article III
B) Article V
C) Article II
D) Article IV
  • 2. What is the supremacy clause in the US Constitution?
A) The 8th Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment.
B) The 14th Amendment, Section 1, guarantees equal protection under the law.
C) Article VI, Clause 2, establishes that the Constitution and federal laws are the supreme law of the land.
D) Article I, Section 8, Clause 18, grants Congress the power to make all laws which shall be necessary and proper.
  • 3. Which Supreme Court case established the power of judicial review?
A) Marbury v. Madison
B) Brown v. Board of Education
C) Roe v. Wade
D) Miranda v. Arizona
  • 4. What is the significance of the 5th Amendment?
A) Establishes the bicameral structure of Congress.
B) Prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardy, guarantees due process and eminent domain protections.
C) Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
D) Grants citizens the right to vote, regardless of race or color.
  • 5. Who has the power to declare war according to the US Constitution?
A) The President
B) The Supreme Court
C) Congress
D) The Secretary of Defense
  • 6. What is the significance of the 14th Amendment?
A) Grants equal protection under the law and due process to all US citizens.
B) Outlines the powers of the President.
C) Abolishes slavery.
D) Establishes the right to a speedy trial.
  • 7. Who has the power to confirm or reject Supreme Court nominees?
A) The President
B) The Senate
C) The House of Representatives
D) The Vice President
  • 8. What does the Eighth Amendment protect against?
A) Cruel and unusual punishment.
B) Unreasonable searches and seizures.
C) Violation of the right to counsel.
D) Double jeopardy.
  • 9. Which case established the principle of separate but equal?
A) Korematsu v. United States
B) Griswold v. Connecticut
C) Gideon v. Wainwright
D) Plessy v. Ferguson
  • 10. What is the significance of the 13th Amendment?
A) Establishes the right to trial by jury.
B) Affirms the right to vote.
C) Grants equal protection under the law.
D) Abolishes slavery in the United States.
  • 11. What is the significance of the 26th Amendment?
A) Abolished poll taxes.
B) Established the principle of one person, one vote.
C) Lowered the voting age from 21 to 18.
D) Created a system for presidential succession.
  • 12. Which case established the right to counsel for criminal defendants?
A) Roe v. Wade
B) Gideon v. Wainwright
C) Tinker v. Des Moines
D) Brown v. Board of Education
  • 13. Which case ruled that school-sponsored prayer in public schools violates the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment?
A) Engel v. Vitale
B) Tinker v. Des Moines
C) Miranda v. Arizona
D) Loving v. Virginia
  • 14. What is the significance of the 9th Amendment?
A) Establishes that rights not enumerated in the Constitution are retained by the people.
B) Ensures the right to bear arms.
C) Abolishes slavery and involuntary servitude.
D) Grants women the right to vote.
  • 15. Who is considered the 'Father of the US Constitution'?
A) George Washington
B) Alexander Hamilton
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) James Madison
  • 16. What does the Second Amendment protect?
A) The right to vote.
B) The right to a trial by jury.
C) The right to bear arms.
D) The right against self-incrimination.
  • 17. Which case affirmed the constitutional right to privacy, particularly in the context of contraception?
A) Griswold v. Connecticut
B) Engel v. Vitale
C) Korematsu v. United States
D) Plessy v. Ferguson
  • 18. What is the significance of the 7th Amendment?
A) Establishes the right against self-incrimination.
B) Grants equal protection under the law.
C) Guarantees the right to a trial by jury in civil cases.
D) Prohibits the denial of voting rights based on race.
  • 19. Which article of the US Constitution establishes the executive branch of government?
A) Article IV
B) Article II
C) Article III
D) Article I
  • 20. Which amendment protects the right to a fair and speedy trial?
A) First Amendment
B) Sixth Amendment
C) Eighth Amendment
D) Fourth Amendment
  • 21. Who has the power to veto legislation according to the Constitution?
A) President
B) Senators
C) Vice President
D) Speaker of the House
  • 22. Which amendment protects Americans from unreasonable bail and fines?
A) Sixth Amendment
B) Second Amendment
C) Eighth Amendment
D) Seventh Amendment
  • 23. Which amendment protects citizens from the forced quartering of soldiers?
A) Seventh Amendment
B) Fifth Amendment
C) Second Amendment
D) Third Amendment
  • 24. What is the minimum age to serve as President of the United States according to the Constitution?
A) 45
B) 40
C) 30
D) 35
  • 25. Which amendment protects individuals from self-incrimination?
A) First Amendment
B) Fifth Amendment
C) Seventh Amendment
D) Tenth Amendment
  • 26. Which amendment guarantees the right to a trial by jury in civil cases?
A) Eighth Amendment
B) Tenth Amendment
C) Fifth Amendment
D) Seventh Amendment
  • 27. Which amendment protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms?
A) Fourth Amendment
B) Eighth Amendment
C) Tenth Amendment
D) Second Amendment
  • 28. What is the standard required for a criminal conviction in the United States?
A) Beyond a reasonable doubt
B) Probable cause
C) Preponderance of the evidence
D) Clear and convincing evidence
  • 29. Which branch of government is responsible for interpreting the Constitution?
A) Judicial
B) Executive
C) Legislative
D) Administrative
  • 30. How many amendments are there in the US Constitution?
A) 30
B) 25
C) 20
D) 27
  • 31. What is the power of the President to reject a bill passed by Congress?
A) Veto
B) Override
C) Bill Signing
D) Pardon
  • 32. What is the term for the power of the courts to review laws and actions of the government?
A) Administrative Discretion
B) Executive Order
C) Judicial Review
D) Legislative Oversight
  • 33. Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States?
A) Thurgood Marshall
B) John Roberts
C) Antonin Scalia
D) Ruth Bader Ginsburg
  • 34. In what year was the U.S. Constitution ratified?
A) 1788
B) 1808
C) 1796
D) 1776
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