Constitution Worksheets: Principles of the US Constitution (Grades 6–8)
In middle school social studies, students explore the core principles of the US Constitution, including separation of powers, checks and balances, federalism, and individual rights. They also learn how these principles shape American government and civic life today.
Here you’ll find a variety of free constitution worksheets, tests, and interactive lessons designed for grades 6–8. Teachers can use these US Constitution materials for class activities, homework, or assessments—online or printed. All resources are editable and can be adapted to fit your students’ needs.
Materials (7 materials)
Lesson
Inside the Constitution
This material helps 8th-grade students practice understanding the Constitution's structure by answering multiple-choice and sequencing questions about the Preamble, articles, amendments, and the process of constitutional change. Activities focus on comprehension and application of key concepts.
Social studies and civics · Grade 8 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Lesson
Principles of the US Constitution
This material helps 7th-grade students practice understanding the five principles of the US Constitution through multiple-choice and sequencing questions. Students analyze examples, order steps in law-making, and complete sentences to reinforce comprehension of government concepts.
Social studies and civics · Grade 7 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Test
US Constitution test
This 8th-grade US Constitution test helps students practice understanding principles, structure, amendments, and federalism through multiple-choice and short-answer questions. It encourages students to identify key concepts, rights, and government powers outlined in the Constitution.
Social studies and civics · Grade 8 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Test
Constitution quiz
This 7th-grade quiz helps students practice understanding the US Constitution by identifying principles, the Preamble, and government branches through multiple-choice and true/false questions. It encourages analysis of key concepts like self-government and legislative responsibilities.
Social studies and civics · Grade 7 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Worksheet
Federalism practice
This 8th-grade classroom material helps students practice understanding federalism by answering questions about the powers of national and state governments, including multiple-choice and matching exercises, to reinforce their grasp of government authority levels.
Social studies and civics · Grade 8 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Worksheet
Constitution structure practice
This 8th-grade lesson helps students practice understanding the structure of the Constitution through matching, ordering, and multiple-choice questions focusing on the preamble, articles, and amendments. Activities are designed to develop comprehension of the document’s organization and content.
Social studies and civics · Grade 8 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Worksheet
US Constitution principles practice
This material helps 7th-grade students practice understanding US Constitution principles through questions on popular sovereignty, limited government, separation of powers, federalism, and checks and balances. Students identify concepts, analyze examples, and sequence steps related to the legislative process.
Social studies and civics · Grade 7 · New · Oct 15, 2026
Questions teachers ask
What topics do these constitution worksheets cover?
These worksheets focus on the main principles of the US Constitution, such as separation of powers, checks and balances, federalism, and the Bill of Rights.
Can I edit or customize the US Constitution worksheets?
Yes, all materials can be copied and edited to suit your lesson plans or your students’ learning levels.
Are these resources suitable for remote or in-person learning?
Yes, you can use these worksheets and lessons online with a class code or print them for use in the classroom or as homework.