BrainMass Quizzes The U.S. Constitution How much do you know about the U.S. Constitution? Test your knowledge with this short quiz! 1 The Constitution divides the federal government into three branches. In what order are they discussed? Legislative, Executive, Judicial Judicial, Executive, Legislative Legislative, Judicial, Executive Executive, Judicial, Legislative 2 The minimum age to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives is 18 21 25 30 3 The only constitutional amendment to be repealed pertains to the Electoral College the prohibition of alcohol the right to bear arms term limits for the President 4 In order for an amendment to the Constitution to pass, which of the following must happen? The President must sign the amendment after a simple majority of both houses of Congress pass it. Two-thirds of both houses of Congress and three-quarters of all state legislatures must ratify the amendment. Three-quarters of all governors must sign the amendment after a supermajority (60 percent) of all state legislators vote to pass it. The amendment must receive 60 percent of the popular vote after two-thirds of both houses of Congress pass it. 5 What is the final phrase in the presidential Oath of Office? “…so help me, God.” “…protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.” “…that all people are created equal.” “…to the best of my ability.” 6 Article V of the Constitution pertains to the rights of the states the Judicial branch of government the rights of voters amending the Constitution 7 A naturalized citizen may serve as President of the United States. True False 8 The Constitution guarantees Supreme Court justices to lifetime appointments on the court. True False Submit Quiz
