Constitution Quiz --7

In the matter of passing a health care bill we have seen the Constitution's checks and balances at work. First we are seeing that a bill must pass both houses. A bill that requires an expenditure must originate in the House of Representatives and eventually we will see that the bill must pass both houses of Congress in exactly the same form. Here are some questions regarding this issue and the Constitution.

1. Can the President introduce a bill into either house of Congress? (yes/no)

2. Why must bills requiring an appropriation of money be first introduced into the House of Representatives? Sorry no choices here. You will have to ponder this one for awhile, but I will give you a hint. The House represents the people of the U.S. and the Senate represents the States of the U.S. Hope that helps!

3. Does the Constitution have wording that allows for the U.S. Government to provide health care for its citizens?
a. Yes, in those exact words
b. Yes, in words that can be interpreted to allow the government this power
c. No

4. From what clause of the Constitution can powers of the U.S. Government be interpreted?
a. The Federal Powers Clause
b. The The Inherent Clause
c. The Police Powers Clause
d. The Necessary and Proper Clause

5. In which Article of the Constitution can the above clause be found?
a. Articlce One
b. Article Two
c. Article Four
d. Article Six

Constitution Quiz--6

Sorry to take so long to post another quiz, but I have been fishing, visiting grandkids, and preparing to teach a fly tying lesson. This retired life is busy, what can I say. Hope you ace these next five questions!

1. What is the presiding officer of the House of Representatives called?
a. President of the House
b. Speaker of the House
c. Chairman of the House

2. Who is the above person?
a. Nancy Pelosi
b. Sarah Palin
c. Sarah Firkins
d. Christine Carr
e. Charles Osgood

3. When may the presiding officer of the House vote?
a. never
b. in case of a tie
c. when his party requests him to vote
d. whenever he wishes to vote because he represents the inhabitants of his district

4. How many U.S. Senators are there?
a. 50
b. 100
c. 140
d. 200
e. 435

5. Which of the two houses has the power to confirm a presidential appointment?
a. Senate
b. House of Representatives

Constitution Quiz--5

I have been off fishing again so have not posted in a week. Sorry about that. Did you know that the U.S. Constitution is the first written framework for a government and it has been much copied by those countries who overthrew a monarchy or dictatorship? That is one reason why the U.S. is called the "Leader of the Free World."

Here are the next five questions. Good Luck!

1. Of the two houses of Congress which represents the people of the U.S.?
a. Senate b. House of Representatives c. both a and b are correct

2. Of the two houses of Congress which represents the States of the U.S.? a. Senate b. House of Representatives c. both a and b are correct

3. Which of the two houses approves Presidential appointments? a. Senate b. House of Representatives c. both a and b are correct

4. Which of the two houses must initiate revenue raising legislation? (means raising or initiating a new tax) a. Senate b. House of Representatives c. both a and b are correct

5. Which of the two houses has 435 members? a. Senate b. House of Representatives c. both a and b are correct

Constitution--Quiz 4

Remember that you can find the answers in the first comment.

1. How many words are in the Constitution including the signatures?
a. 1,457 b. 3,498 c. 4,001 d. 4,543 e. 5,432

2. Where in do all the legislative powers of the U.S. reside?
a. in the presidency b. in the Congress c. in the courts d. all of the above

3. What are the legislative powers?
a. the power to make law b. the power to enforce law c. the power to interpret law d. the power to apply and make law

4. How old must a Senator be?
a. 18 b. 21 c. 25 d. 30 e. 35

5. How old must a Representative be?
a. 18 b. 21 c. 25 d. 30 e. 35

Constitution-Quiz 3

Been awhile since I have posted a quiz. Hey, I have been playing. That is what retired teachers do. J and I visited the Blackfeet and Flathead Reservations. visited Glacier Park, and saw a delightful production of "You Can't Take It with You" in Columbia Falls, Mt. Even worked in some visits with J's sister and nieces and nephews. Are you ready to ace this quiz? Good!

1. Who is considered the "Father of the Constitution"?
a. George Washington b. James Monroe c. James Ogletree d. James Madison e. Benjamin Franklin

2. How many Articles compose the Constitution?
a. one b. three c. five d. seven e. nine

3. Into how many branches is our government divided?
a. one b. two c. three d. four e. five

4. One of the three branches was considered to be more important than the others and was described first. This first Article takes up about one half the words of the Constitution. Name that branch.
a. executive b. judicial c. legislative

5. Which branch has the responsibility to interpret and apply the law?
a. executive b. judicial c. legislative

Please, If you have questions or comments don't hesitate to join in the conversation. I will do my best to answer and others are welcomed to put in their two cents worth.

Early On--two

My daughter has asked me to create a blog where she and her family and friends might entertain themselves from time to time learning about the U.S. Constitution. She thought that I might have some expertise in the area since I spent thirty-seven years teaching high school students about the U.S. and State of Idaho Constitutions. It is my experience that the instruction of history and government seems to be overwhelmed by the raging hormones in a teenager's body, and that such instruction is more appreciated as we become adults. Well, lets give it a go. I welcome your comments and suggestions.

Answer these questions about the U.S. Constitution. You will find the answers in the comment section. Good Luck! and have fun.

1. When was the Constitution signed?
a. July 4, 1776 b. July 4, 1787 c. August 30, 1787 d. September 17, 1787 e. September 30, 1876

2. How many delegates signed (or authorized their signature) the Constitution?
a. 27 b. 39 c. 45 d. 55 e. 74

3. Is there mention of God other than in the date in the Constitution?
a. Yes b. No

4. Which was the first state to ratify the Constitution?
a. Deleware b. Rhosde Island c. New York d. Massachusetts e. Virginia

5. Who was the oldest delegate?
a. Thomas Jefferson b. Benjamin Franklin c. William Johnson d. Roger Sherman e. Jared Ingersoll

suggested site for help:
http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/constitution.html

Early On

My daughter has asked me to create a blog where she and her family and friends might entertain themselves from time to time learning about the U.S. Constitution. She thought that I might have some expertise in the area since I spent thirty-seven years teaching high school students about the U.S. and State of Idaho Constitutions. It is my experience that the instruction of history and government seems to be overwhelmed by the raging hormones in a teenager's body, and that such instruction is more appreciated as we become adults. Well, lets give it a go. I welcome your comments and suggestions.

Answer these questions about the U.S. Constitution. You will find the answers in the comment section. Good Luck! and have fun.

1. How many delegates attended the Constitutional Convention?
A. 13 B. 39 C. 55 D. 72 E. 103

2. Where was the Convention held?
A. Boston B. Philadelphia C. New York D. Washington, D.C. E. Annapolis

3. Which State did not send delegates?
A. Deleware B. Pennsylvania C. North Caroliina D. Georgia E. Rhode Island

4. On what date did the Convention officially have a quorum and officially convene?
A. 5/25/1787 B. 9/17/1787 C. 7/2/1776 D. 7/4/1776 E. 11/13/1789

5. How many of the delegates had studied law?
A. 15 B. 34 C. 42 D. 49 E. 53

There are thousands of questions that could be posted, but I think we should make this light and quick. You may consult any number of sources for answers, you may rely on your memory, or you could simply Google an answer, or you can cheat (ummm, save precious time?) and immediately look to the comments for the posted answers--whatever floats your boat. One good source is the official U.S. government source--http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/constitution_q_and_a.html