11.
The _______________, authored by Thomas Jefferson, is a statement of American ideals.

A. U.S. Constitution

B. Bill of Rights

C. Declaration of Independence

D. Articles of Confederation

12.
All powers not expressly given to the federal government or forbidden to the states by the Constitution are reserved for the states or the people under the ___________ Amendment.

A. Ninth

B. Eighth

C. Seventh

D. Tenth

13.
The freedoms of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition are outlined in the ___________ Amendment.

A. Fourth

B. Third

C. First

D. Second

14.
In _____, the Continental Congress approved a new plan of government called the Articles of Confederation.

A. 1776

B. 1789

C. 1777

D. 1791

15.
A monarchy is a government controlled by _______.

A. a king or queen

B. Democrats

C. Republicans

D. dictator

16.
The _______________ has the power to decide if Congress has interpreted the Constitution correctly.

A. state legislatures

B. president

C. state conventions

D. Supreme Court

17.
The ___________ Amendment requires indictment, a grand jury, and due process of law for an accused person; protects from self-incrimination and double jeopardy; and guarantees the right to own property.

A. Sixth

B. Fifth

C. Seventh

D. Fourth

18.
Good citizens ___________________.

A. use natural resources wisely

B. are loyal to and proud of their country

C. respect the rights and property of others

D. All of the options are examples of a good citizen.

19.
The Bill of Rights included 12 amendments to the Constitution.

A. True

B. False

20.
The Mayflower Compact was signed in November of 1492.

A. True

B. False