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2008 test · Question 2· Principles of American Democracy

What does the Constitution do?

Official answers

  • sets up the government
  • defines the government
  • protects basic rights of Americans

This is question 2 of 100 on the 2008 civics test, in the “Principles of American Democracy” part of American Government. In the interview, the officer asks up to 10 questions and you need 6 correct answers to pass.

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