Constitution

Question 1

Which branch of government establishes military authority?

Answer 1

The Executive Branch, as established in Article II of the Constitution, with the President serving as Commander in Chief of the armed forces.

Question 2

List the three provisions embodied in the US Constitution.

Answer 2

• Enumerated Powers - Limits federal power to those specifically granted in the Constitution.
• Separation of Powers - Divides government authority among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.
• Federalism - Divides and shares power between federal and state governments.

Question 3

Which amendment limits restrictions on speech, religion, and assembly?

Answer 3

First Amendment

Question 4

Which amendment prohibits military officers from disarming the public?

Answer 4

Second Amendment

Question 5

Which amendment forbids forced quartering of troops in private homes?

Answer 5

Third Amendment

Question 6

Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches?

Answer 6

Fourth Amendment

Question 7

What does the Fifth Amendment allow regarding service members?

Answer 7

Allows court-martial of service members without a grand jury; ensures due process.

Question 8

What do the Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Amendments guarantee?

Answer 8

Guarantee fair trials and protection from cruel punishment; Article 15 is a limited exception.

Question 9

What does the Ninth Amendment affirm?

Answer 9

Affirms that unlisted rights are still protected, limiting overreach by officers.

Question 10

What does the Tenth Amendment reserve?

Answer 10

Reserves powers not given to the federal government to the states or people, reinforcing limits on military authority.