Foundations of Government
What idea says people agree to be governed in exchange for protection?
Social Contract
What is the supreme law of the land?
The U.S. Constitution
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, press, and religion?
First Amendment
Which branch makes the laws?
Legislative Branch
What do we call groups that try to get candidates elected?
Political Parties
Which Enlightenment thinker believed in natural rights like life, liberty, and property?
John Locke
What part of the Constitution lists the goals of government?
The Preamble
What is a required civic duty that involves deciding court cases?
Jury Duty
Which branch enforces the laws?
Executive Branch
What is the process where citizens choose their leaders?
Elections
What principle means government power comes from the people?
Popular Sovereignty
What clause says federal law is above state law?
The Supremacy Clause
What do we call things citizens should do, like voting?
Civic Responsibilities
Which branch interprets the laws?
Judicial Branch
What term describes biased information meant to influence opinions?
Propaganda
What principle prevents any one branch from becoming too powerful?
Checks and Balances
What do we call powers shared by both state and federal governments?
Concurrent Powers
Which amendment guarantees a fair and speedy trial?
Sixth Amendment
What power allows the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional?
Judicial Review
What do we call someone who tries to influence lawmakers?
Lobbyist
What document first limited the power of a king in 1215?
Magna Carta
What compromise created a two‑house Congress?
The Great Compromise
What amendment abolished slavery?
Thirteenth Amendment
What is the name of the process for how a bill becomes a law?
The Legislative Process
What role does the media play when it exposes government wrongdoing?
Watchdog Role