Government and Civil Service US Constitution and Bill of Rights

Question 1

How many articles are in the original US Constitution?

Accepted Answer

7

Answer

The original US Constitution contains seven articles that establish the framework for the federal government and its relationship with the states.

Question 2

Which amendment to the Constitution abolished slavery?

Accepted Answer

13th Amendment

Answer

The 13th Amendment, ratified in 1865, abolished slavery and involuntary servitude throughout the United States.

Question 3

What does the 1st Amendment protect?

Accepted Answer

Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition

Answer

The 1st Amendment protects five fundamental freedoms: speech, religion, press, peaceful assembly, and the right to petition the government.

Question 4

Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?

Accepted Answer

6th Amendment

Answer

The 6th Amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury, along with the right to counsel and to confront witnesses.

Question 5

What is the purpose of the 10th Amendment?

Accepted Answer

Reserve powers not given to federal government to states and people

Answer

The 10th Amendment reserves to the states or the people all powers not specifically delegated to the federal government by the Constitution.

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