US Constitution Structure and Content 3

Question 1

What fraction of states must ratify a constitutional amendment for it to become part of the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Three-fourths

Answer

Article V requires ratification by three-fourths (38 of 50) of the states.

Question 2

Which branch of government does Article III of the Constitution establish?

Accepted Answer

Judicial

Answer

Article III creates the judicial branch, vesting judicial power in the Supreme Court and inferior courts Congress may establish.

Question 3

The Preamble to the Constitution begins with which three words?

Accepted Answer

We the People

Answer

The Preamble famously opens with 'We the People of the United States…'

Question 4

Under Article II, how long is one presidential term?

Accepted Answer

4 years

Answer

Article II, Section 1 sets the presidential term at four years.

Question 5

Which constitutional provision forbids Congress from suspending the writ of habeas corpus except during rebellion or invasion?

Accepted Answer

Article I, Section 9

Answer

Article I, Section 9 lists prohibitions on Congress, including protection of habeas corpus.

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